Appalachian Laboratory
From the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay, Appalachian Laboratory scientists conduct research on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems in many parts of the world, with an emphasis on the rich and diverse environments of Western Maryland and the broader Appalachian region.
Opened to study Western Maryland’s natural resources, the Appalachian Laboratory began a new era of research. Today, as part of UMCES, it is a global leader advising on air, water, and wildlife across the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
TALIN is a group of committed philanthropists looking to develop solutions by supporting novel and early-stage environmental research in the Appalachian region.
Founded in 2001, the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CHWA CESU) is a partnership among 77 research institutions and 14 federal agencies whose members strive to understand and protect the natural and cultural resources of the region. Research institution partners provide leadership in watershed science and stewardship with special emphasis on the watershed of the Chesapeake Bay.
