IISD-ELA in the News | National Post | June 29, 2022
"This work, alongside the work of other researchers, should advance our understanding of how microplastics can affect aquatic ecosystems, especially the effects on the small animals at the base of food webs that might be ingesting more of these particles."
IISD-ELA in the News | Global News | June 29, 2022
Mike Rennie talks to Global National about the dangers of plastics pollution. His clip starts at 2:07.
IISD-ELA in the News | The Conversation | June 27, 2022
"Researchers, including a member of our team, are currently conducting work at the International Institute for Sustainable Development’s Experimental Lakes Area to help understand how microplastics exposure might affect freshwater ecosystems and food webs."
IISD-ELA in the News | Great Lakes Now (PBS) | June 27, 2022
"A new study completed by international researchers says current efforts to reduce harmful algae blooms by limiting phosphorous in Lake Erie could result in more toxic algae."
IISD-ELA in the News | Manitoulin Expositor | June 22, 2022
"New Ontario and federal funding for the IISD Experimental Lakes Area (ELA) in northwestern Ontario provides some stability for the organization and enables continuation of key research in such areas impacts of microplastics, impacts of tire additives and tire wear on fish species, and how ecosystems recover from acidification."
IISD-ELA in the News | Toledo Blade | June 13, 2022
“We want to become good leaders and scientists, and these women are setting a strong example for all of us and women everywhere.”
IISD-ELA in the News | PBS | June 8, 2022
“In my life I wanted something daring,” she said, “and I found science to be challenging, so I said I have to do it.”
IISD-ELA in the News | Manitoba Cooperator | June 2, 2022
"“We’re seeing an increase in variability,” said Dimple Roy, director of water management with the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). “Climate experts have been saying this for a really long time, and we’re very clearly seeing that the changing climate means more flooding and more drought,” she added."
IISD-ELA in the News | Winnipeg Free Press | June 1, 2022
"Actually, Gail has received many honours, I have received very few," Paterson says with a laugh.
IISD-ELA in the News | WZZM-13 | May 26, 2022
"Women are significantly under-represented in the field of aquatic sciences across the world, but a program piloted by the African Center for Aquatic Research and Education called the African Women in Science program is looking to change that. The program is bringing minority women right here to West Michigan for training."
