Dedicated to the protection and sustainable use of the Great Lakes and coastal resources.
Michigan Sea Grant is a cooperative program of the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We fund research, education, and outreach projects designed to foster science-based decisions about the use and conservation of Great Lakes resources.
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Sampling microbes in an unappealing cocktail
There’s nothing like an open septic tank to make a person appreciate the value of…
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Tyler Augst recognized for role in land-use planning programs
Coastal planning goes beyond ordinances and zoning boards. Anyone who lives, works, or plays along…
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Funding for marinas to reduce pollution from sewage discharges
The Michigan Boating Pumpout Grant Program is now accepting applications. The due date for applications…
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Communicating About Climate Change in Our Classrooms and Communities
This four-part virtual series, …
Critical Conversations in Michigan Tourism: Sustainability and Climate Change
The MSU Extension Tourism Team …
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Place-Based Education
Sometimes, the best way to learn Great Lakes science is by getting outdoors! Through Michigan Sea Grant’s place-based education programs, students and adults can collect and analyze real-world data, visit aquatic critters in their natural habitats, and participate in habitat restoration projects. Learn about some of the programs below.
