Lake Phytoplankton Species Identification and Analysis (2026/27)

This opportunity seeks a qualified laboratory service provider to conduct comprehensive phytoplankton analysis on water samples collected from English lakes. Using the Utermöhl technique, the supplier will identify phytoplankton species to species level from a provided reference list, perform enumeration (cell counting) to determine species abundance, and conduct biovolume assessment to measure the physical size of organisms. The work requires technical expertise in microscopy, limnology, and phytoplankton taxonomy, with deliverables including detailed species identification reports, quantitative data on cell concentrations, and biovolume measurements. This service supports environmental monitoring and water quality assessment across English lake systems.