Michigan received some unusal avian visitors in 2023! Join Elliot Nelson and hosts from Kellogg Biological Station and Kellogg Bird Sanctuary for a virtual talk at 10-11am on December 13 about rare birds spotted around the state this year. The event is free, and registration is required.
Nutrient runoff, including from fish farms, contributes to the growth of harmful algal blooms. While aquaculture is an economic opportunity for Great Lakes states, nutrient pollution from fish waste could exacerbate this issue. Researchers Dr. Silvia Newell and Dr. Kevin Neves developed and analyzed a recirculating aquaculture system for perch production that uses nitrogen waste […]
Join the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) for an upcoming Great Lakes Seminar Series presentation, featuring MISG Director Silvia Newell! Date: Thursday, January 17 Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST Location: NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab, 4840 South State Road, Ann Arbor OR Virtual Presenter: Silvia Newell, Director, Michigan Sea Grant […]
Register Now for Workshop on Sustainable Small Harbors Registration is now open for Planning for Sustainable Small Harbors: Project Overview & Useful Tools. Hosted by Donald Carpenter and Kate Bailey, of Drummond Carpenter PLLC, this webinar will feature the work of the Sustainable Small Harbors project, designed to help coastal community leaders assess and strengthen […]
Great Lakes researchers generate a wealth of data to help understand and solve thorny regional challenges. Several tools exist to help researchers share their data to improve regional collaboration and knowledge. Learn about GLOS, GLAMOR, and other powerful databases and tools in an upcoming webinar, hosted by Michigan Sea Grant and partners. Attendees will also […]
Celebrating Science and Water Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. ET Please join us for the 34th annual Great Lakes Day conference: Celebrating Science and Water. This conference will feature presentations on emerging issues such as PFAS and Coastal Resiliency in the Great Lakes; and share research about the fascinating species […]
Communicating about invasive species can get complicated! On February 27-28, in partnership with NAISMA for National Invasive Species Awareness Week, Sea Grant is proud to present The Invasive Species Language Workshop, bringing together invasive species researchers and science communication professionals to share best practices for communicating about biological invasions to scientists, stakeholders, and the public. Invasive Species […]
Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. This is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Schedule: March 5 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 7 - Backyard Birding and Feeding […]
Get the scoop on harmful algal blooms (HABs) in an upcoming “HABs 101” webinar, hosted by Michigan Sea Grant and partners around the state. Tune in on March 6, 2024, at 6-7:30 pm ET, to bust some myths, get tips for keeping your family and pets safe, and learn how you can take action to […]
Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. This is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Schedule: March 5 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 7 - Backyard Birding and Feeding […]
Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, USGS Great Lakes Science Center, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to […]
Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. This is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Schedule: March 5 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 7 - Backyard Birding and Feeding […]
Explore the wonderful hobby of birding in fun online classes! Topics include everything a new birdwatcher should know. This is a great opportunity for those new to the hobby or looking to get started! Location: Zoom Webinar (link sent after completion of registration) Schedule: March 5 - Introduction to Birding and Equipment March 7 - Backyard Birding and Feeding […]
Join us on April 5 at the Michigan League for the 2024 Water@Michigan Symposium, which will center around water justice, access, and affordability across U-M and Michigan. From ensuring safe drinking water to tackling emerging contaminants and securing equitable access for under-resourced communities, the challenges are significant and the need for change—and action-based research—is urgent. […]
Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, USGS Great Lakes Science Center, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to […]
Spring fishery workshops offer current research and information related to the status of the Great Lakes fishery. Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division, USGS Great Lakes Science Center, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and local fishery organizations annually offer evening regional workshops to […]