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The study of organisms, populations and communities examines how organisms interact with each other and their environment at individual, population and community levels. To characterize these interactions, NEON quantifies and observes interactions among multiple organisms and their environments. By sampling a variety of organisms in aquatic and terrestrial systems, NEON provides data on individual traits, population dynamics and the composition of communities. Integrated with other data collected across NEON sites, the project produces data in the areas of biodiversity, infectious diseases and invasive species.