Using the menus below, explore the research being conducted by the faculty fellows and student research assistants of the Herbert Institute.

Utah lake with reeds and rocks.

Research on Conservation


Land Conservation

This paper presents a comprehensive and insightful overview of Utah's wildlife management journey, providing valuable lessons and knowledge for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public in wildlife preservation efforts not only in Utah but also in other regions facing similar challenges.

Water Conservation

This paper includes a timeline of legislation that has impacted Utah Lake's ecological status from the time settlers came to the territory until the present.

Animal Conservation

This paper analyzes the relation of urbanization of mule deer habitat and drought conditions in Utah. It also looks at the efforts made in the state to alleviate a 30-year decline in the mule deer population.