Freshwater research on Lake George (IMAGE) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Caption New research will help to quantify the vital role that lakes play in the global carbon cycle. Credit Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.