The goal of the Duke University Wetland Center is to provide sound scientific knowledge that will lead to sustainable wetland functions and values for the nation and the world. The center works toward this goal by conducting, sponsoring and coordinating research and teaching on critical wetland issues. The Duke Wetland Center is part of the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University.
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New Book Synthesizes 14 Years of DUWC Research in the Everglades
DUWC director Curtis Richardson is the author of The Everglades Experiments: Lessons for Ecosystem Restoration, published by Springer Press. The book presents important information on the ecosystem and potential restoration goals. More...
The Stream and Wetland Assessment Management Park (SWAMP) is a restoration and research project of the Duke University Wetland Center. SWAMP Phase 3, shown above, includes the overflow pond shown in the foreground and six downstream wetland cells behind. The project was designed to help improve regional water quality.
Dr. Curtis J. Richardson, Director