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The NWQL contributes to many important USGS science efforts. Read about our latest activities below.

February 21, 2023

We're Hiring: National Water Quality Laboratory Leadership Positions

The U.S. Geological Survey’s Water Resources Mission Area is looking to hire two outstanding leaders and managers: one will serve as the National...

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October 29, 2021

A comprehensive statewide spatiotemporal stream assessment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in an agricultural region of the United States

In collaboration with two USGS Water Science Centers and the University of Iowa, SLSB and NWQL scientists have recently published a new research...

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March 16, 2021

Loss of Scientific Integrity Finding at USGS National Water Quality Lab

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August 25, 2016

More than a Century of USGS Water Quality Studies in National Parks

In celebration of the National Park Service Centennial, 1916-2016

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May 16, 2016

Media Advisory: Scientists and Officials Celebrate 40 Years of Groundbreaking Science in Lakewood

Forty years ago, water samples from around the country started flowing into the U.S. Geological Survey’s National Water Quality Laboratory in Colorado...

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February 10, 2015

Man-made Pollutants Finding Their Way Into Groundwater Through Septic Systems

Pharmaceuticals, hormones and personal care products associated with everyday household activities are finding their way into groundwater through...

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