Sportfish Ecology and Management
Our primary research projects address questions related to sportfish ecology and management in lotic systems at multiple scales, primarily the Wabash River Basin. The aim of this research is to enhance sport fisheries in riverine systems throughout the Midwestern United States.
Stream Ecology
Stream fish and macroinvertabrate responses to natural and anthropogenic stressors
is a core research focus of the Center. We employ standardized methodologies to assess
ecosystem response to events such as habitat restoration, dam removal, and chemical
pollution.
Invasive Species
Invasive carps, primarily Silver and Bighead Carp are a ubiquitous component of our riverine ecosystems throughout the United States. Our overall objectives in this research are to assess the spatial and temporal dynamics of invasive carp reproduction and recruitment, coupled with seasonal movement ecology in the Wabash River and surrounding basins.