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Category: Research Summary

Collection of research summaries from expert lake scientists around the world.

- — June 4, 2014
Research Summary: Long-Term, Citizen-Collected Data Reveal Geographical Patterns and Temporal Trends in Lake Water Clarity

In freshwater ecosystems, Secchi depth is the indicator of water quality with the longest history of standardized measurement by scientists and citizens alike [1-3]. The first transparency measurements were made[…]

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- — May 7, 2014
Research Summary: Predicting E. Coli Levels for Beaches at Presque Isle State Park

Presque Isle Bay State Park (PISP) is located in Erie, Pa and entertains more than 4.5 million visitors annually with seven miles of beaches along Lake Erie. One potential danger[…]

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- — April 23, 2014
Research Summary: Tracking Water Chestnut and Other Invasive Species in Pennsylvania Lakes and Waterways Using iMapInvasives

Invasive species in Pennsylvania’s lakes and associated waterways can be a threat to developed and natural systems, reduce water quality, degrade recreational experiences, and cause loss of biodiversity. Water chestnut[…]

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- — April 9, 2014
Research Summary: Impact of Gobies on Native Fishes of the Lake Erie Drainage, Pennsylvania

Degradation of aquatic ecosystems by the introduction of nonnative fish species is exemplified in the Great Lakes of North America. Native fish communities in this region have been irreparably harmed[…]

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