A new use for an old technology
Mohan Qin and Haoran Wei, researchers at UW-Madison, are working to revolutionize nanoplastic sampling in the Great Lakes.
Author: University of Wisconsin Sea Grant
The story of starry
Episode 22: When starry stonewort was first discovered in a Wisconsin lake, alarm set in—officials scrambled, residents feared the worst, and drastic measures were taken. But ten years later, an unexpected truth has emerged: sometimes, the best response to an invasive species is to do less, not more. In this episode, we unravel the science behind how humans react to new invaders, challenge fear-based messaging, and explore the power of waiting and watching.
When it comes to aquatic plant management, words matter
Millions of dollars are spent every year in Wisconsin to manage unwanted aquatic plants. Despite this, little funding or effort is dedicated to education specific to aquatic plant management. A Sea Grant study aimed at filling this information gap by identifying internet search terms.
When it comes to aquatic plant management, words matter
People searching online for control options related to unwanted plants that grow in lakes and rivers use many different terms. Some call them “lake weeds,” other call them “freshwater seaweed,” still others “cabbage.” Rarely do people search with the same terms that natural resource managers and scientists use, such as the plants’ Latin names or …
NOAA Sea Grant invests $4.25 million to further a resilient future
Wisconsin Sea Grant has new federal funding to support staff with expertise in economics, urban and regional planning, geospatial analysis, policy analysis, law, anthropology and Indigenous knowledge to address coastal adaptation and resilience issues.
Bonus Episode: Dirty Laundry, Invasive Species, and the Limitations of Knowledge
Bonus Episode: Today, we’re airing a bonus episode from Points North, a podcast about the land, water, and inhabitants of the Great Lakes from Interlochen Public Radio.
2025 Shipboard Science on Lake Michigan
Teachers are encouraged to apply for the 2025 Shipboard Science Workshop aboard the Lake Guardian ship on Lake Michigan.
Harris steps down from Sea Grant Advisory Council
After 34 years of service, University of Wisconsin–Green Bay Professor Emeritus Hallet J. “Bud” Harris is stepping down from Wisconsin Sea Grant’s Advisory Council.