Scientists from around the United States and the World will live several months to a year at the Park doing high level research.

It is hoped that this close concentration of facilities and personnel will lead to breakthrough advances.

They will, unfortunately, have little time to experience the landscape of South Louisiana. Currently, the site does little to reflect the region's unique landscape. Consisting of a former horse pasture, there are no outstanding natural or historic features.

The challenge is to transform this site from a blank slate into one that recreates the character of the area. This allows the researchers to experience part of South Louisiana while working, living and relaxing at the research park.