Naf Iolr

About North American Friends of IOLR (NAF)

What NAF-IOLR Funds

NAF-IOLR provides support that expands the Institute's scientific reach — including seed funding for early stage projects, new scientific equipment, and scholarships for graduate students.

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Advancing aquatic science together
NIO graduate student supported by NAF-IOLR
NIO graduate student
Multi-Inlet Mass Spectrometer system funded for IOLR
Multi-Inlet Mass Spectrometer system

Why Stronger Capabilities Matter

These improved capabilities keep IOLR up to date and competitive with scientific institutes many times its size. Supporting IOLR advances Israeli oceanography, marine biology, limnology, and mariculture in ways that benefit both Israel and the wider world.

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How You Can Help

We welcome you to join us in backing the essential scientific research conducted at IOLR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAF-IOLR?
NAF-IOLR stands for the North American Friends of Israel Oceanographic and Limnological Research — a North American support organization that channels donations from the United States and Canada into innovative research and educational programs in aquatic science at the Israel Oceanographic and Limnological Research Institute (IOLR).
Which programs does NAF-IOLR support?
NAF-IOLR provides resources that strengthen IOLR's scientific capabilities, such as funding for early stage projects, new scientific equipment, and graduate student scholarships.
Why is supporting IOLR important?
Supporting IOLR advances Israeli oceanography, marine biology, limnology, and mariculture for the benefit of Israel and the world, and helps keep the Institute up to date and competitive with scientific institutes many times its size.
Who can give to NAF-IOLR?
NAF-IOLR receives support from donors across the United States and Canada. Visit the Donate page to learn about ways to give.
Where can I learn more about IOLR itself?
See the About IOLR page for background on the Israel Oceanographic and Limnological Research Institute, or browse Research Updates for recent science from the Institute.
How can I contact NAF-IOLR?
Use the Contact Us page, or write to administrator (at) naf-iolr.org. NAF-IOLR is located at 778 W. Frontage Road, Suite 119, Northfield, Illinois 60093 USA.
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NAF-IOLR connects donors in the United States and Canada with the science carried out at IOLR. Whether your interest is oceanography, marine biology, limnology, or mariculture, your support helps the Institute pursue research and train the next generation of aquatic scientists.