For more than 100 years, Stone Laboratory has been an invaluable asset in freshwater biology research, science education and outreach.
A freshwater fieldstation since 1895 and part of The Ohio State University since 1925, Stone Lab programs have introduced thousands – from elementary students to adults – to the basics of field-based biological science.
Professional researchers from all over work here helping to solve the most pressing issues facing the Great Lakes, such as invasive species and toxic algal blooms.
As part of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) School of Environment and Natural Resources, Stone Laboratory on Gibraltar Island and the South Bass Island Lighthouse in Put-in-Bay bring hands-on science and education to everyone who visits.
In addition to field trips and guided tours for visitors, Stone Lab offers college-credit science courses and professional development workshops each summer. The island campus has also hosts conferences and educational programs for groups.
