Schedule

By GRIL co-direction, Jean-François Lapierre and Beatrix Beisner.

Guest speaker: Meredith Holgerson, Professor, Cornell University (Ithaca, USA).

Long presentations (12 minutes).

Short presentations (5 minutes) followed by a question period (10 minutes).

Back in the Chéribourg room.

60 second oral presentation to encourage the audience to come to see your poster!

Marie-Andrée and Frédérique talk about the achievements of 2024, what's new for 2025 and introduce the GRIL Student Committee.

Stay there for a group photo!

Long presentations (12 minutes).

Short presentations (5 minutes) followed by a question period (10 minutes).

Back in the Chéribourg room.

Even numbered posters.

Odd numbered posters.

Emerging Monitoring Tools for Invasive Species in Freshwater Systems This workshop will serve as the initial stage in developing a comprehensive review that brings together emerging knowledge and tools for monitoring invasive species in freshwater ecosystems. During the workshop we aim to show how new detection techniques is changing the way we can monitor invasive freshwater species. We will also facilitate a collaborative knowledge exchange and identify important existing methodologies, explore potential synergies, and identify future directions in the field. The goal is to lay the groundwork for a review that synthesizes the latest advancements and provides a roadmap for improving invasive species monitoring in freshwater systems. By Jack Greenhalgh, Irene Gregory-Eaves et Lars L. Iversen, Department of Biology, McGill University.

Two currents, one river: how to join approaches from social and natural sciences in freshwater research? The GRIL members are invited to join this workshop to explore how social science approaches can enrich freshwater ecosystem research and teaching. We'll identify specific areas within our current work where social science perspectives and methodologies offer valuable insights—from understanding stakeholder dynamics and policy implementation to enhancing community engagement and improving knowledge transfer. Through interactive discussions and examples of successful interdisciplinary projects, participants will discover practical opportunities to integrate social science frameworks into their research questions, methodologies, and educational practices. The workshop aims to provide natural scientists with concrete tools and collaboration strategies to address complex freshwater challenges that extend beyond purely ecological or hydrological dimensions. By Audrey Campeau, Département de géographie, Université de Montréal.

Tell me about your field work Cet atelier sera une discussion ouverte autour des enjeux propres au travail de terrain en limnologie: partage de bonnes pratiques, d'anecdotes croustillantes et de trucs du pro! Venez partager vos propres expériences personnelles, enjeux et défis. Que vous soyez néophyte ou des plus expérimentés, vous êtes les bienvenus à participer à cette discussion dans une ambiance conviviale et amicale. Nous en profiterons pour présenter le contenu d'une formation spécifiquement conçue pour les personnes étudiantes du GRIL. By Frédéric Bouchard, Département de géomatique appliquée, Université de Sherbrooke et Marie-Pierre Varin, Département de biologie, Université de Sherbrooke.

To come.

Dance party, entertainment and photobooth!