Sea Grant staffer researches effective communication techniques using AIS example
An unorthodox, entertaining video coupled with effective promotion is a cost-effective way to educate people about an important issue, researchers found.
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Growing aquaculture and science literacy: Outreach specialist attends summit to promote K-12 aquaculture education
Emma Wiermaa traveled to Maryland in July for the Sea Grant Aquaculture Education Network Summit. She sees great potential for both hands-on science education and workforce development.
Researchers examine environmental implications of Buddhist practice of life release
Researchers are working on guidance that will help natural resource managers understand the Buddhist practice of life release and its potential implications for the environment.
Wisconsin unveils updated plan for management of aquatic invasive species
The new AIS management plan focuses on pathways of invasion, rather than specific species, and reflects both new threats and new control options and beneficial partnerships.
New Lake Superior Office agent to focus on climate and tourism
Natalie Chin has begun work in our Superior Office, focusing on climate change and tourism.
Educators to set sail for science workshop on Lake Superior
Eight educators from Minnesota and eight from Wisconsin will sail aboard a three-masted schooner from St. Ignace, Michigan, through the Soo Locks to Duluth, Minnesota, August 5-12, 2019. Their guides aboard the Denis Sullivan will combine native and Western water-science in a hands-on teach-the-teacher experience.
Over the moon over manoomin
Sarah Dance, a Ph.D. student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, was recently awarded a Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment grant to fund research into wild rice in Wisconsin.
Sea Grant announces new coastal engineer
Adam Bechle is a busy man in his new job as Wisconsin Sea Grant’s coastal engineer. He’s helping the organizations across the state with erosion and flooding issues.
From old to new: Three Wisconsin teachers to gain unique perspectives on Lake Guardian research cruise
Three Wisconsin teachers will join a dozen others from around the Great Lakes on a week-long research cruise in July on Lake Erie with scientists aboard the Environmental Protection Agency’s R/V Lake Guardian. Hear how two of them are bringing their experiences from an educational cruise on an historic ship to their experience aboard this more modern ship.
New teaching tool available about Great Lakes fish
A new educational pack is filled with materials to help teach students and other groups about Great Lakes fish.