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Strengthening water quality data collection and stewardship through community engagement
Published on August 26, 2022
MSU Extension administers the Michigan Clean Water Corps, or MiCorps, a statewide network of volunteer-based monitoring programs measuring lake and stream water quality. -
Erica Clites joins Extension team in southeast Michigan
Published on August 24, 2022
She is working with local communities, agencies, and other partners and networks in Wayne, Macomb, Monroe, and St. Clair counties. -
State of the Great Lakes 2022 Reports: A look at prevention, control, and impact mitigation for aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes
Published on August 23, 2022
While prevention of overall new aquatic invasive species is rated as good, the impact of the continued spread of existing invasive species nets the lakes a "poor" rating. -
When it comes to aquatic invasive species, how do we know what we don't know?
Published on August 18, 2022
Gap analysis helps scientists understand what type of research is still needed to help them gain a more complete picture of invasive species' impact on Michigan. -
Alien language: What’s in a (species) name?
Published on August 10, 2022
Part 5: Across many different taxa, there are a number of common names assigned to species that have racist, xenophobic, or other ethically troubling connotations. These names present significant challenges to effective science outreach and education. -
What’s the ‘sitch’ on swimmer’s itch?
Published on August 1, 2022
Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction to a parasitic infection – while it sounds frightening, it’s not nearly as serious as it sounds. -
Enhance your outdoor living spaces with a water feature
Published on July 29, 2022
Wildlife sightings, soothing sounds, and scenic beauty are just a few benefits from having a backyard water feature. -
NOAA releases updated climate summaries for all U.S. states. What will happen in Michigan?
Published on July 20, 2022
Forecasted environmental change may cause serious impacts throughout the state and on the Great Lakes water levels and flooding. -
Michigan seafood processors are eligible for additional COVID-19 funds through MDARD
Published on July 19, 2022
Grant funding can be used to cover the activities associated with workplace safety measures, market pivots, retrofitting facilities, transportation, worker housing, and medical costs. -
The GLANSIS Map Explorer: A hub for habitat suitability maps
Published on July 18, 2022
Tool helps scientists study the habitat and food sources an introduced species prefers and predict where a species might spread based on these environmental factors.