Communities across the Great Lakes region are better equipped to protect public health, drinking water, and local ecosystems though the University of Windsor research that provides municipalities with the tools and data they need to respond quickly to emerging challenges.
An expanded wastewater surveillance program is helping municipalities detect illnesses like measles, avian flu, and RSV earlier, allowing for faster public health responses.
Researchers are using real-time monitoring systems in Lake Erie to track harmful algal blooms and other water quality issues, providing water treatment plants with critical information to protect drinking water for residents across Essex County and beyond. They are also assessing environmental risks such as agricultural runoff and supporting initiatives in sustainability, housing, and economic development through municipal partnerships.
Their work informs fish consumption guidelines, supports the Great Lakes fisheries, and contributes to landmark projects like Canada’s first national urban park in Windsor. This community-focused research is strengthening the health, safety, and long-term resilience of
municipalities across the Great Lakes basin.
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