Large Lakes Obervatory
The observatorys mission is to conduct basic research on Lake Superior and other large lakes worldwide; investigate the impact on their ecosystems of physical, chemical, geological, and biological processes; and use research to develop sound public policy for protecting these fresh water resources. Faculty, staff, and students conduct research on Lake Superior using advanced scientific instrumentation on the UMD-owned and operated research vessel, the Blue Heron.
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