Freshwater Ecology and Conservation Lab
@ the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
University of Washington
Our vision is a world where people understand, value, and conserve freshwater biodiversity
At the Freshwater Ecology and Conservation Lab, we work to advance the science and practice of conserving freshwater ecosystems. Our research tackles many of the grand challenges facing freshwater sustainability, including issues related to river regulation by dams, invasive species, and climate change, in a diversity of environments.
Our Science
We focus on issues related to freshwater conservation, river protection and dams. Learn more about our recent science and outreach efforts.
Join Us
We are always on the lookout for creative and motivated students and visiting scholars who have a passion for the study of fresh waters and their inhabitants.
Recent Publication
Olden, J.D., and F. Carvalho. 2024. Global invasion and biosecurity risk from the online trade in ornamental crayfish Conservation Biology.
Recent Happenings
Julian spent the summer in New Zealand as an Erskine Fellow at the University of Canterbury, working with Jono Tonkin, Tadeu Siqueira, and others.