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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Michigan Sea Grant introduces new Knauss fellowship finalist
Michigan Sea Grant is pleased to introduce Bailey McCarthy Riley as one of the finalists…
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Getting their feet wet: Michigan Tech researchers investigate wetland nutrient cycles
Great Lakes coastlines support complex blends of habitats, such as wetlands, streams, estuaries, dunes, and…
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Life of the River 2021
Join us as we celebrate the Life of the River! St. Marys and Tahquamenon River…
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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.
