Lake & Stream Ecology
Summer 2026, July 27st - Aug 13th
Lake and Stream Ecology covers the principles of biological, physical, and chemical processes of inland waters. Through lectures, field trips, lab exercises, and independent projects, students will address practical topics related to aquatic ecology, including sources and treatment of drinking water, differences in stream ecosystems from mountains to plains, and effects of natural and anthropogenic factors on lakes and streams.Ìý We will study aquatic ecosystems in the area, from lakes in the mountains to rivers on the plains.
Instructor: Dr. Dev Niyogi, Missouri University of Science and Technology
Location: Mountain Research Station and surrounding areas
Dates & Times: July 27st-Aug 13th, Mon-Thur, Mon-Thur, Mon-Thur 8am-5pm
Credit: 3 credit hours in biology (EBIO 4100)
Tuition for 2025 (2026 is TBD): $2100USDÌý(Includes room in a 2-person rustic cabin and all meals at the Mountain Research Station on days when class is in session)
Prerequisite: General ecology or instructor consent
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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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Register for this course! Open March 9th.