Midwest Biodiversity Institute

MBI is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the development and application of scientific methods and techniques to evaluate, protect and restore the environment. Our goal is to provide assistance, scientific research and training to all levels of government, non-governmental organizations, groups and individuals that will enable them to better manage and protect their natural resources. MBI has the capacity to execute high quality, comprehensive investigations of both terrestrial and aquatic biota. This includes the original design and execution of field surveys and data collection, data management, data analysis, and reporting. Our capabilities include aquatic bioassessments of rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands, crayfish surveys, and herpetological surveys. MBI places special emphasis on the development of comprehensive monitoring and assessment programs including their design and content.