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  • Tanks, aquaria, and other research supplies in the seawater laboratory.

Columbia Seawater Laboratory (MCAL)

The Baruch Institute maintains a wet laboratory (supplied with natural seawater from the coastal Field Lab) on the University's main campus in Columbia, SC, to support aquatic research and undergraduate education. Much of this work is conducted by faculty, students, and staff affiiliated with the Biological Sciences Department and the School of the Earth, Ocean, and Environment.

Marine Culture and Aquarium Laboratory

The 1,400 sq ft. Marine Culture and Aquarium Laboratory (MCAL) is easily customized to fit various experimental designs for animal, algal, and microorganism research. It is outfitted with Living Streams, aquariums, and environmental chambers (both walk-in and reach- in), and is plumbed with natural seawater (transported from the marine lab in Georgetown) via dual 2,500 gallon tanks.

The lab is also plumbed with tap water and RO/DI water. This laboratory is operated on a cost-recovery basis and fees are accessed for consumables, equipment use, and staff support. See the MCAL Fee schedule [PDF] for cost information. 

To apply for space, equipment and/or seawater, contact Annie Wade at 843-904-9024 or reservations@baruch.sc.edu.

 

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