Our goals:
Conduct world-leading research on ecological interactions and processes that sustain ecosystem composition, structure, and function in the Great Lakes Basin
Integrate human social interactions and their dynamic socio-economic implications on the sustainability of Great Lakes fisheries and Basin ecosystems.
Develop and synthesize quantitative infrastructure to effectively inform ecosystem management in the Great Lakes Basin
Enhance collaboration amongst researchers, managers and policy makers, both locally and globally through an annual research symposium, workshops and grants
research areas we work in
Adaptation in changing environments
We explore the mechanisms by which living systems (from cells to ecosystems) respond to global change.
impacts of invasive species
We explore ecosystem-level impacts of invasive species, with implications for local and global ecological challenges.
Nature’s Contributions to People
We explore the benefits that nature provides to people, and how to identify management solutions that benefit people and nature.
how we do this work
building collaborative spaces where scientists, managers, and policy makers can come together to create solutions
our funded projects
Have a peek at the current projects we have on the go, all of which are made possible through the generosity of our funding partners.
Workshops and working groups
We develop workshops and working groups each year, tackling a variety of topics related to ecosystem management in the Great Lakes region.
postdoctoral training programs
We host cohorts of 2-3 postdoctoral fellows each year. Our goal is to consistently create strong research cohorts that collaborate to tackle pressing ecological challenges.
symposium on ecosystem management
We host a biennial symposium on Ecosystem Management. This symposium brings together the brightest minds in biodiversity science to think, solve, and share.