MidWest Biodiversity Institute

MidWest Biodiversity Institute 501[c][3] nonprofit research organization dedicated to water quality, protection & restoration of biodiversity and education.

We perform bioassessment using biological indicators and train others how to perform bioassessment and collect credible data. The Midwest Biodiversity Institute (MBI) is a 501[c][3] nonprofit research organization located in Columbus, Ohio. MBI is dedicated to assessing important environmental and natural resource issues, including water quality and the protection and restoration of biodiversity u

tilizing biological indicators using the best scientific methods and practices available. We are nationally recognized for our pioneering research methods that produce credible data, and, since 1997 we have amassed a significant body of research that helps to advance the understanding of critical habitats, species and environmental management practices.

It's !! We're proud of the work we do everyday as a Non-Profit organization. We've had the privilege of evaluating and ...
08/17/2026

It's !! We're proud of the work we do everyday as a Non-Profit organization. We've had the privilege of evaluating and protecting the quality of freshwater streams since 1997!

We are in the thick of our field season, but we are grateful for all the folks who attended our courses this year! These...
07/30/2026

We are in the thick of our field season, but we are grateful for all the folks who attended our courses this year! These photos are from our latest Primary Headwater training. Check out all of our courses on our website!

https://mwbinst.com/courses

Happy World Environment Day! It's June, which means we are gearing up for our sampling season!
06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day! It's June, which means we are gearing up for our sampling season!

Our courses are in full swing! We are soaking up all of Spring. Thank you everyone for showing up and excited to learn!!...
05/28/2026

Our courses are in full swing! We are soaking up all of Spring. Thank you everyone for showing up and excited to learn!! This photo specifically is from our QHEI training this month ☀️

We will be there! Come out to see some awesome posters and learn more about volunteer efforts in water quality monitorin...
04/24/2026

We will be there! Come out to see some awesome posters and learn more about volunteer efforts in water quality monitoring!

You are invited!
Regional Water Quality Forum on Thursday, May 14, 5-7 p.m.
Sponsored by the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District

What a great way to celebrate Earth Day! MBI took a little field trip to Calamus Swamp, a private preserve in Pickaway C...
04/22/2026

What a great way to celebrate Earth Day! MBI took a little field trip to Calamus Swamp, a private preserve in Pickaway County owned by Columbus Audubon. We learned about the preserve's history as well as its ongoing restoration project.

How are you celebrating our beautiful planet??

BIG Congratulations to Randy Sanders!! He and Ron Zimmerman put in countless hours to get this book published,. We got t...
04/20/2026

BIG Congratulations to Randy Sanders!! He and Ron Zimmerman put in countless hours to get this book published,. We got to witness these efforts first hand and are excited to brag! Nice work!!

Happy Earth Month!
We are celebrating our EECO Award Recipients.
Ohio is so lucky to have these amazing environmental educators! To see all of the incredible EECO awardees go to: https://eeco.wildapricot.org/awards

Congratulations, Randy Sanders and the "Ohio Stream Guide," on winning the EECO Publication Award! It is a beautiful and comprehensive guide to streams in Ohio. A fantastic read and addition to any library!😍

We're so glad to be able to attend and sponsor this year's Vernal Poolooza hosted by Ohio Wetlands Association!! It was ...
04/15/2026

We're so glad to be able to attend and sponsor this year's Vernal Poolooza hosted by Ohio Wetlands Association!! It was an awesome couple of days filled with educational opportunities and wonderful speakers. Big thanks to everyone who helped put this conference together!

Address

4673 Northwest Pkwy
Hilliard, OH
43026

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16144576000

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