Limnologists (scientists that study lakes and reservoirs) are interested in obtaining detailed data of several water quality parameters. Many of these parameters can be measured remotely, that is, without having to bring samples to a laboratory for analysis. The following pages will describe some of the parameters that can be measured remotely, and explain how limnologists, as well as non-limnologists, might use these data to better their understanding of Central New York State’s lakes and tributaries in general.
