ORION
Observing Radiation In Our North
Dactylina arctica, yellow-brown
and finger like, is just one of
four lichen present at this sampling
plot at Eagle Summit along the
Steese Highway in Alaska.
Lichen Radionuclide Baseline Research:
The purpose of the project is to determine current concentrations of various radionuclides in lichen and monitor them. The data will be used in conjunction with published data to determine caribou bioaccumulation. Conducting research is a requirement for many students within their degree program. By working on this project, students are not only able to meet this requirement but more importantly learn how to plan and approach problems scientifically.
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Last Revised: July
7, 2003