Education
and training
Freshwater Algae Identification - 2023
A Field Course at Fordham University
May 22 through June 2, 2023!
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Our course focuses on algal identification, with a strong emphasis on the ecology and diversity of algae in freshwater habitats, and introduces the use of algae to assess water quality.
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We will sample pristine streams for benthic periphyton, softwater lakes for charophytes, and eutrophic systems in which we will see spectacular cyanobacteria blooms.
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We are located in Westchester County NY. The station has a spring-fed lake and is short distance from a diverse range of aquatic habitats. We have an excellent library of taxonomic keys, facilities for imaging specimens, boats and a wide array of field and laboratory gear for collecting and quantifying freshwater phytoplankton and periphyton.
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Housing on site will be available on a first-come first-served basis, and can be requested at application
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What we will do this year!
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Gain proficiency using modern taxonomic keys.
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Learn the features that distinguish the freshwater algal phyla and genera, and gain familiarity with the diagnostic features that are used to identify members of the major groups.
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Create a database and contribute to our website of high-resolution algal images and voucher specimens that can be used in future studies. See https://www.fwa-biodiversity.org/algae-of-calder-lake
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Algae Bio-Blitz: a 24-hour hunt to find the most biodiversity!
Costs and Registration
• Registration Fee: $1,800. Cost includes on-site housing (limited number). Meals not provided
• Transportation costs to and from the Calder Center are not included.
Register at: www.fordham.edu/FWalgaeID
More information, contact: John Wehr (wehr@fordham.edu) or Alissa Perrone aperrone@fordham.edu