Enhancing the sustainable use and conservation of Alaska's marine and freshwater resources through research, outreach, and education
Research
We are charged by Congress to conduct scientific research that enhances the wise use and conservation of our coastal and marine resources.
Marine Advisory
Our outreach and technical assistance programs help Alaskans wisely use, conserve, and enjoy Alaska's marine and coastal resources.
Education
Resources and professional development for K–12 educators. Public education and training in coastal communities. College student awards and fellowships.
Final #KAMSS sessions 1pm - 3pm today! http://ow.ly/OOZf50EuDS1
Today at #KAMSS we're getting crabby! Join us 9-11am for sessions on king, snow and Tanner crabs presented by scientists from @NOAAFisheries and ADF&G. http://ow.ly/mRTN50Euxxe
#KAMSS #seagrant #science #marinescience
Tonight at KAMSS 6pm: Invited speaker Dr. Natalia Ruppert shares "23 January 2018 magnitude 7.9 Offshore Kodiak earthquake: What we learned and ongoing studies" http://ow.ly/37C450Euxby
Today at the Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium, "Eyes on Marine Birds and Mammals." http://ow.ly/4I9O50EtB6V #KAMSS #seagrant #science #marinescience
#KAMSS Session 2 starts at 1pm. Talks address harmful algal blooms, PSP and saxitoxins. Info on how to join and listen here: http://ow.ly/2Mqf50Etptx
The Kodiak Marine Science Symposium posters are now online. View them here: http://ow.ly/n4qQ50EtphM
#KAMSS Session 1 is underway! Molly Odell of the Alutiiq Museum and Archaeological Repository is sharing now about Alutiiq fish traps, including stone and wooden stake traps and weirs. Join and listen: http://ow.ly/e1ci50Etokj
KAMSS Session 1 is starting at 9am! First up is Mike Litzow @NOAAFisheries presenting "Ocean climate and Gulf of Alaska salmon: where have we been, where are we now, and where are we going?" Full schedule here: http://ow.ly/Ig8M50EsDXr
Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium starts tonight!
5:30 welcome, 6:00 keynote address "Heatwave impacts on Gulf of Alaska Pacific cod." Restration and schedule here: https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/kodiak-area-marine-science-symposium-2021/
The Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium is next week! Learn about the latest marine science happening in Kodiak. Online, free and open to the public: https://alaskaseagrant.org/.../kodiak-area-marine.../
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Alaska Sea Grant News
Alaska Sea Grant serves a diverse constituency, from small business and industry, to groups and individuals in urban and rural communities. In order to be effective in responding to the needs of these communities, our work must appropriately engage, acknowledge and reflect differences. When Indigenous and other minority and underrepresented groups are included, and when…
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Alaska Sea Grant recently wrapped up the fourth Kodiak Area Marine Science Symposium. The multi-day symposium had taken place every three years since 2011, but was cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic. “We were determined not to let another year go by without this important regional event,” said event chair and local Marine Advisory…
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As Alaska gears up for another fishing season in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Alaska Sea Grant is ready to assist seafood processors and commercial fishing operations with accessing and understanding current safety operations guidance and mandates. On April 28 from 12–2pm, Alaska Sea Grant will host a webinar “Federal and State guidance…
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Alaska Sea Grant is holding the first Alaska Shellfish and Seaweed Festival from May 17–20, hosted online with specials and promotions in several coastal communities around the state. Join us each evening for informative presentations, videos, and demonstrations all about oysters and seaweed in Alaska. Leading up to the event and during the week of…
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