Lakehead hosts Lake Couchiching water quality research discussion
September 23, 2014 – Orillia, ON
Researchers at Lakehead University’s Orillia campus are offering the public an opportunity to learn about the water quality of Lake Couchiching — including past, present, and future research studies. The presentation and discussion takes place on Friday, September 26 at 500 University Avenue from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
“This is an opportunity for anyone who uses or appreciates Lake Couchiching to come and learn about research activities on the Lake,” said Research Assistant Debbie Balika, recent graduate of the Master of Biology program at Lakehead. “Those in attendance will not only learn about the various kinds of research being conducted in and around the Lake, but will have an opportunity to ask questions and join in a discussion about future research activities.”
Balika, along with Lakehead professors Dr. Nanda Kanavillil and Dr. Sree Kurissery of the Sustainability Sciences Department, will discuss their ongoing and future research projects. Special guest, Keith Sherman, Executive Director of the Severn Sound Environmental Association, will share past water quality research results.
The event is open to the public and free of charge. For further information and to confirm attendance, those interested in attending should contact Debbie Balika at dbalika@lakeheadu.ca.
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Media: For more information, please contact Lakehead University’s Communications Officer, Kathy Hunt, at 705-330-4008 ext. 2014 or kjhunt3@lakeheadu.ca.
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