University of Michigan Biological Station, Research station at Douglas Lake, Michigan, United States.
The University of Michigan Biological Station encompasses 10,000 acres of land near Pellston with laboratories, dormitories, and research facilities along Douglas Lake.
Founded in 1909, the research station has evolved into one of the 28 designated Biosphere Reserves across the United States.
Field researchers communicate their findings through publications, workshops, and conferences, contributing to global scientific understanding of ecological processes.
Students can apply for spring and summer courses before March 15, 2025, with accommodations available in dormitories and cabins.
The station hosts the Michigan population of Hungerford's Crawling Water Beetle, found in only five locations worldwide.
Location: Michigan
Inception: 1909
Website: https://lsa.umich.edu/umbs
GPS coordinates: 45.56667,-84.66667
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:52
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