Cooperative Research Units Program Department of the Interior Geological Survey

The Cooperative Research Units (CRU) Program is a unique collaborative relationship between States, Universities, the Federal government, and a non-profit organization. The program is comprised of 41 units and is jointly supported by the US Geological Survey, Host Universities, State Natural Resource Agencies, Wildlife Management Institute, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. The program aims to support research and education in the fields of science and technology. • The program is open to CRU Cooperating Universities. • The program provides funding for research and education. • The program has a unique collaborative relationship between different organizations. • The program aims to support the development of new technologies and innovations. • The program has a focus on science and technology.