The Freshwater Biological Association 

The Freshwater Biological Association (FBA) is a renowned independent scientific organization and charitable trust dedicated to the understanding and conservation of freshwater ecosystems. Founded in 1929 in Cumbria by a group of pioneering scientists, the FBA has evolved from a research station into a learned society. Its mission is to promote the sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems using the best available science. The FBA collaborates closely with other organizations, notably the Natural Environment Research Council, to advance freshwater science through innovative research, specialist facilities, scientific meetings, and publications. The FBA's activities include supporting research through grants and studentships, maintaining extensive scientific collections and long-term datasets, and offering information services through its specialist libraries and the FreshwaterLife information collection. Located on the shores of Windermere in Cumbria and alongside the River Frome in Dorset, the FBA also engages in citizen science projects, species recovery programs, and educational initiatives. With a focus on addressing the challenges posed by pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change, the FBA plays a crucial role in conserving freshwater biodiversity and promoting ecological sustainability. For more information, you can visit their official website.