Founded in 1968, the Experimental Lakes Area has one of the longest continuous freshwater datasets in the world.

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Unique freshwater research

IISD-ELA provides researchers with living laboratories and access to untapped research potential.

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Research at IISD-ELA has contributed to more than 1000 peer reviewed scientific publications

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Frequently Asked Questions about Freshwater Science (Limnology)

Frequently Asked Questions about Freshwater Science (Limnology)