

We are eager to support and collaborate with scientists conducting research in our natural areas. Please follow these guidelines if you are interested in conducting research here.
*Contact Joan O'Shaughnessy for research in Dixon Prairie and the Skokie River Corridor, Matt Evans for research in McDonald Woods, and Plant Conservation Science Center Woods, and Lake Cook Natural Area, Jim Jabcon for research in Barbara Brown Nature Reserve, or Peter Nagle for research in our Lakes and Shorelines. If you have general questions about research in our natural areas, or aren't sure which managing ecologist to contact, please email Andrea Kramer.