The Aquatic Ecology Group (AEG) consists of scientists from both the Department of Zoology at the University of Toronto and the Aquatic Ecosystems Science Section of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. The purpose of this partnership is to foster and develop a centre for excellence in aquatic ecology. Research and teaching activities are directed towards an increased understanding of the structure and productivity of aquatic ecosystems. While research and teaching activities are the primary goals of the partnership, it also focuses on developing new links between science and policy.
Members of the Aquatic Ecology Group have joined together to conduct collaborative research in the following areas of mutual interest: