 For many years, the Museum has been involved in scientific investigations, including botanical field investigations, especially in Mexico, with population studies of Ironwood, and a major bi-national research program on migratory pollinators.Current work includes studies of pollination and seed dispersal (how plants survive and get around), and the effects of climate change on regional ecological communities.The Living Collections staff of the museum, are involved in collaborative species survival projects, working with outside agencies and scientists.