The Freshwater Future Is Here
Come aboard and join us as we shape a new freshwater future regionally and globally right here in Milwaukee.
Take a closer look at our new, state-of-the-art facility, research vessels, ROVs and drones. Learn how our genomics research is leading to advancements in the detection and tracking of pathogens and other improvements in ecosystem health. Discover how outstanding science leads to good water policy. Dive in and see how we earned a reputation for freshwater.
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Upcoming Events
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- NSF-BHEF-Water SYS-STEM Activity Jul 19, 2018
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- NSF-BHEF-Water SYS-STEM Activity Jul 20, 2018
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- No Teacher Left Inside Summer Institute Jul 23, 2018
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- No Teacher Left Inside Summer Institute Jul 24, 2018
Great Lakes
Genomics Center
Borrowing cutting-edge tools from the medical industry, we’re mapping the genomes of entire freshwater ecosystems.
Great Lakes
Aquaculture
With innovative fish-farming technologies, we’re at the forefront of a new, viable aquaculture industry in urban areas.
Center for
Water Policy
We’re developing socially equitable and economically sound policies that protect and restore freshwater resources.
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Learn what a partnership, donation, or collaboration with Milwaukee’s top research university can do for you.