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The Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) is Germany's largest and one of the internationally leading research centers for inland waters, encompassing rivers, lakes, and wetlands. As an interdisciplinary research center, the IGB is dedicated to the creation, dissemination, and application of knowledge about freshwater systems.
The main mission of the IGB is to understand the fundamental biological, chemical, and physical processes in inland waters and to investigate their responses to global and local environmental changes. By integrating expert knowledge from fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, and geography, the IGB can address a wide range of topics in an interdisciplinary manner, thus advancing knowledge about various aspects of inland waters[2][3][4].
The IGB is engaged in numerous sustainability initiatives:
The IGB is a member of the Leibniz Association and works closely with numerous national and international universities and partners from science and society. Through the IGB doctoral program, graduate research schools, and master's programs at Humboldt University of Berlin, knowledge is passed on to young researchers. The research results are presented in the publication series IGB Outlines, which outlines options for action[2][3][4].
The Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries (IGB) plays a central role in promoting sustainable water management practices and addressing the challenges posed by climate change and environmental changes. Through its interdisciplinary research and commitment to conveying scientific knowledge, the IGB makes an important contribution to the protection and sustainable use of inland waters.
