McKailey joined the IGWS in January 2023 and has done most of her previous research on isotope geochemistry and hydrogeology. She will be contributing to the National Groundwater Monitoring Network and the Synoptic/Mesonet Project by analyzing field equipment, groundwater wells and springs. She will also be analyzing water samples for quality in the hydrology lab here at the IGWS.

• Statewide Subsurface Energy Project
• NGWMN FY23
• Continuation of water quality monitoring of Mississippian Aquifer springs and addition of new springs to IGWS online database
• National Mesonet Program
• Geochemical exploration for Borden Group brine seeps