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.
From our colleagues @NOAAFisheriesAK Comments must be received no later than July 6, 2021. http://ow.ly/thHp50F7FNY
Happy #WorldOceanDay! Today and every day Alaska Sea Grant brings awareness to the importance of oceans, and addresses critical coastal and marine issues in our state through research, education and outreach. Learn more at http://alaskaseagrant.org.
As #NationalSafeBoatingWeek comes to a close and #MemorialDayWeekend kicks off, review the Alaska Boaters Handbook for vital safety reminders. @AlaskaStParks http://ow.ly/LfEz50EY5Nt
An "oldie but goodie" for #NationalSafeBoatingWeek and #throwbackthursday produced by @AKMarineSafety and Alaska Sea Grant. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GoDv48vKV0
Cold water safety knowledge saves lives. Visit Alaska Sea Grant's bookstore, and @AKMarineSafety for more safety and survival resources. #NationalSafeBoatingWeek http://ow.ly/XUjM50EWeYZ
It's #NationalSafeBoatingWeek. Brush up on boating skills and make sure you're prepared for anything. Check out Alaska Sea Grant's books and videos on marine safety: http://ow.ly/qDuE50EV5ql
Two Alaska Sea Grant researchers will be sharing 3-minute flash talks at the UAF Arctic Research open house May 20-23. http://ow.ly/g73A50EQPjZ
Check out the Alaska Shellfish and Seaweed Festival May 17-20, celebrating Alaska's emerging mariculture industry: http://ow.ly/4Mfo50EM7ee
The Southwest Interagency Meeting (SWIM) begins today at 9am Alaska Time. Also, it's not too late to register for the Western Alaska Interdisciplinary Science Conference and Forum, starting tomorrow at 9am. Details here: http://ow.ly/GWgH50EL4KE
Upcoming Events, Classes, and Trainings
Alaska Sea Grant News
Alaska Sea Grant, together with the University of Alaska Fairbanks Bristol Bay Campus, hosted the 13th annual Western Alaska Interdisciplinary Science Conference (WAISC) on May 13 and 14. The conference brought together local and indigenous knowledge of subsistence-based communities and other scientific research relevant to Western Alaska. Normally convening in a Western Alaska community such…
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More than 100 people, including farmers, scientists, industry personnel, and community members participated in Alaska Sea Grant’s first Shellfish and Seaweed Festival. The online event featured presentations to celebrate and promote the mariculture industry in Alaska and the delicious shellfish and seaweed products grown here. Melissa Good, Alaska Sea Grant’s mariculture specialist, kicked off the…
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Two undergraduate students from the University of Alaska Fairbanks have recently joined Alaska Sea Grant in the Fairbanks office. Robert Fuerstenau and Kyla Hammond are assisting staff and faculty with administrative and communications projects, including working in the Alaska Sea Grant bookstore, organizing photos and publications, helping with videos and the Alaska Sea Grant YouTube…
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Alaskans’ interest in the mariculture industry is growing. In 2016, state permitting agencies received only four aquatic farm applications. From 2017–2020, it jumped to 64. Mariculture includes the cultivation of shellfish, such as oysters, and seaweeds, used in a variety of foods, fertilizers and biofuels. Alaska state law prohibits the inclusion of finfish farming. Shellfish…
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