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Podcast: Discovering Academia
Episode: #019 - Brant Allen: Aquatic Explorations: Lake Tahoe & Why You Need to Get Your Face Wet
Description: In this captivating episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Lake Tahoe with our guest, Brant Allen, the boat operator and Director of Field Research at UC Davis. Brant discusses the changes in clarity over the years and the use of a Secchi disc for measurement. As we explore the depths and geography of the lake, we gain profound insights into the ecosystem's dynamics.
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Brant also sheds light on the invaluable work carried out by the Tahoe Environmental Research Center, addressing the impact of zooplankton on clarity and the ongoing efforts to mitigate invasive s...