North Central Research Station

Restoration Studies

Riparian and wetland systems are transitional ecotones located between aquatic and terrestrial systems. Each of these systems interact with underlying groundwater systems. Together, these systems influence biodiversity and provide ecologic, economic and social value. Restoration of these systems is vital to maintaining healthy communities. Our research tests restoration methods to understand their influence on nutrient and carbon processing, surface water quality and aquatic biota.

Stream/Riparian Restoration Study - Kentucky - We collaborated with University of Louisville and the University of Kentucky to restore the former stream course of Wilson Creek in Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest in central Kentucky’s Western Knobs Region.

Calumet: An Ecological & Economic Rebirth - We are part of a team of researchers, regional planners and managers who are working to restore and revitalize the Calumet region in southeastern Chicago and northwestern Indiana. This is a collaborative study with RWU-NC-4902, Natural Environments for Urban Populations - the external link will open in a new window.

Related Studies

Stream/Riparian Restoration Study - Kentucky Calumet: An Ecological and Economic Rebirth - a collaborative study with RWU-NC-4902, Natural Environments for Urban Populations - external link opens in new window.