PELLSTON, Mich. — The University of Michigan Biological Station was full of scientists and students immersed in robust field activity throughout diverse ecosystems this spring.
From taking samples in rivers and lakes to climbing a research tower and line dancing along Douglas Lake, scroll through 125 community highlights from May through the end of June at the research and teaching campus.
Laboratories and cabins are tucked into more than 10,000 forested acres in Pellston, located about 20 miles south of the Mackinac Bridge.
Photo captions also give context to the enlightening visits from distinguished guest speakers.
The U-M Biological Station — the largest of U-M's campuses — is one of the nation's largest and longest continuously operating field research stations.
Founded in 1909, the Biological Station supports long-term research and education. It is where students and scientists from across the globe live and work as a community to learn from the place.
The University of Michigan Biological Station serves as a gathering place to learn from the natural world, advance research and education, and inspire action. We leverage over a century of research and transformative experiences to drive discoveries and solutions to benefit Michigan and beyond.
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