She collected the rock, and had geological specialists age the crystals ... Unsatisfied, the professor, wanted to know how Lake Tahoe’s age stacked up against other freshwater lakes.

Lake Tahoe’s geological history underscores the ecological and cultural significance of this incredible place. Recent research shows that Lake Tahoe first took shape more than 2.3 million years ...

"I love Lake Tahoe and its spectacular geology," Dr. Kortemeier said. "I take students up there every semester on field trips, and I do like sharing what I know about it." Dr. Kortemeier ...

Show your support for research at the College of Science and download your science art. The Epithemia diatom pictured here was found growing attached to rocks in the nearshore environment of Lake ...