University of Waterloo
Waterloo Aquatic Threats In Environmental Research Laboratory
The WATER facility at the University of Waterloo generated baseline and time-sensitive data to simulate and research aquatic stressors and threats so that we are better prepared to prevent current and future problems.
As one of the largest aquatic test facilities in Ontario,WATER has the capability of studying a wide range of aquatic organisms, from Canadian cold-water fish to tropical fish and amphibians. The facility is also equipped to trace the multi-generational effects different environmental stresses may have on aquatic life over multiple lifespans.
Lab Equipment & Services
Dosing Containment system (x2)Systems for holding and dosing fish |
WATER-ML-1 |
Holding tanksFish holding tanks |
WATER-ML-2 |
Swim tunnel SystemSwim tunnels for fish experiments |
WATER-ML-3 |
Biosafety Cabinet (x3)BSCs in pathogen challenge room to ensure protection and avoid contamination |
WATER-ML-4 |
Refrigerated Cell Culture CentrifugeCentrifuging cell culture |
WATER-ML-5 |
Field Respirometry equipmentMeasuring respirometry in fish in the field and lab |
WATER-ML-6 |
Water Depth Logger (x20)Measuring water depth |
WATER-ML-7 |
HOBO Water Level LoggerMeasuring water depth |
WATER-ML-8 |
CastAway LoggerMeasure temperature, salinity and other parameters in water |
WATER-ML-9 |
EXO3 Multiparameter SondeMeasures multiple parameters for water quality |
WATER-ML-10 |
ProSolo ODO/CT KitMeasures DO, conductivity and temperature |
WATER-ML-11 |
YSI DSS MultimeterMeasure for water quality parameters in tanks, etc. |
WATER-ML-12 |
Ford F250 With Cap |
WATER-ML-13 |
Ford F150 w/box and trailer hitch |
WATER-ML-14 |
Sampling trailers (x2) |
WATER-ML-15 |
Benches for sampling trailers (x2) |
WATER-ML-16 |
Gas generators (x2) |
WATER-ML-17 |
Portable balances (x4) |
WATER-ML-18 |
Backpack electrofisher |
WATER-ML-19 |
eDNA backpack |
WATER-ML-20 |
Outboard engine 115 HP |
WATER-ML-21 |
Telemetry SystemFish tracking systems use in the field |
WATER-ML-22 |
Swim Tunnel Temp SystemSwim tunnel system that controls temperature for experiments |
WATER-ML-23 |
minus 80 Freezer (x3)Storage of RNA/DNA/Tissue samples |
WATER-ML-24 |
Knife Mill Grindomix GM 300Grinds samples prior to extractions |
WATER-ML-25 |
IRGAs for CO2 & MethaneMeasures CO2 and methane concentrations |
WATER-ML-26 |
Bead Beater HomogenizerHomogenizes samples prior to extraction for DNA or RNA |
WATER-ML-27 |
BOD IncubatorIncubator for ELISAs |
WATER-ML-28 |
Nitrogen Evaporator |
WATER-ML-29 |
Auto Liquid handler/ DNA extractorFully automated liquid handler for many different uses such as extraction for specific RNA kits and loading 96 well plates for analysis. |
WATER-ML-30 |
Aquatic Habitats (AHAB)AHAB system for holding fish |
WATER-ML-31 |
Fish exposure systemChilled fish exposure system for static and flow through exposures of small-bodied fish to a variety of contaminants |
WATER-ML-32 |
