Silvia Newell named Michigan Sea Grant director

Silvia Newell named Michigan Sea Grant director

Michigan Sea Grant (MISG) welcomes Dr. Silvia Santa Maria Newell, a microbial ecologist and nutrient biogeochemist, as our new director, starting June 1, 2023. In addition to serving as MISG director, Silvia also serves as a professor at the University of Michigan...
2023 summer intern cohort launches projects

2023 summer intern cohort launches projects

In 2023, we’re supporting 10 undergraduate summer interns, representing 6 colleges and universities. They’ll be studying lake whitefish spawning patterns, monitoring Lake Huron acidification, refining PFAS communications, and more. Meet our current...
Remembering Mike Fraker

Remembering Mike Fraker

Dr. Michael Fraker, 44, passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023, while under hospice care at the University of Michigan hospital due to kidney failure and complications from long-term dialysis. Mike was a well-respected scientist and dedicated researcher, administrator,...
Reports provide bird’s-eye view of program activities

Reports provide bird’s-eye view of program activities

For those who want a bird’s-eye view of Michigan Sea Grant’s activities, a new “By the Numbers” brochure is now available online. The document provides a snapshot of Michigan Sea Grant programs and priorities, statistics from 2021, a look at...
Protect waterways in 2023 with MI Paddle Stewards

Protect waterways in 2023 with MI Paddle Stewards

Michigan’s rivers and lakes are great places to play and explore with non-motorized crafts like canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and paddleboards. Unfortunately, they’re also home to many aquatic invasive species. And paddlers can accidentally bring invasive species from one...
Mi Fresh Fish Expo

Mi Fresh Fish Expo

Come meet your Michigan fish farmers and commercial fishers, and taste the delicious flavors they bring with Michigan Fresh Fish! Plus, see how easy it is to cook fish, enjoy some fish tales, and learn about Mi Fresh Fish!When: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 10am –...