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Nick Graver

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Nick Graver is a dedicated conservation biologist and PhD student at the University of California, Riverside, specializing in population modeling and conservation biology with a particular focus on Joshua Trees. With a background in plant ecology, Graver is committed to studying and protecting the biodiversity of the desert ecosystem, especially in regions like the Mojave Desert. His work aims to develop strategies for sustaining vulnerable desert plant species affected by climate change and human activities.

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Nov. 7, 2025

S4E41: How Fire, Furloughs, and Federal Cuts Threaten Our Deserts

Conservation biologist Nick Graver explains how climate change, invasive grasses and human-caused fire undermine Joshua tree recruitment—and why shutdowns and federal cuts obstruct the long-term research and coordination recovery requires.
Guest: Nick Graver
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