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.
NOAA has prepared a draft programmatic environmental assessment for its proposal to fund #aquaculture research & development projects via federal financial assistance programs, and is available for review and comment. Feedback due 12/18. https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/11/15/2022-24742/notice-of-availability-for-public-comments-of-the-national-sea-grant-office
We're looking for a Grant Fiscal Officer to support our research, outreach and education in Alaska’s coastal communities, and work with our faculty and staff to monitor grants from federal, state, and private sources. https://careers.alaska.edu/cw/en-us/job/522234/grant-fiscal-officer
Our colleagues @NOAAFisheriesAK are looking at how fishing impacts the deep-sea coral and sponge habitat in order to come up with ideas for better ways to fish while not damaging the habitat. https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/science-blog/joint-canada-us-deep-sea-coral-seamount-survey-post-2
Thrilled to announce our 2022-2023 Alaska Sea Grant State Fellows! https://alaskaseagrant.org/2022/08/25/2022-2023-alaska-sea-grant-state-fellows-announced/
Alaska Sea Grant's mariculture specialist, Melissa Good, is focused on helping grow mariculture in AK. https://digital.akbizmag.com/issue/july-2022/blue-acres-is-the-place-to-be/
PSP advisory for Gambell, Shishmaref and nearby areas. Use caution when consuming shellfish. http://nomenugget.com/news/researchers-find-high-concentrations-harmful-algae-regional-waters
From our colleagues at @NOAAFisheriesAK - observations of deep-sea coral ecosystems in the Gulf of Alaska. https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/science-blog/innovation-learn-more-about-alaskas-deep-sea-corals-and-species-live-there-post-8?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Alaska coastal residents: want to help collect data about birds? Join the @COASST beached bird training for AK on Aug 7. #CitizenScience https://coasst.org/join-our-team/trainings-events/
Upcoming Events, Classes, and Trainings
Alaska Marine Policy Forum – December 2022
December 14, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm AKSTFarm Service Agency Loan Fund – Access to capital for mariculture businesses
December 15, 10:00 am–11:00 am AKSTNOAA Federal Funding Opportunities – Access to capital for mariculture businesses
January 12, 2023, 10:00 am–11:00 am AKSTMariculture Incentive Grant Program – Access to capital for mariculture businesses
February 2, 2023, 10:00 am–11:00 am AKSTBetter Process Control School — February 2023
February 9, 2023–February 11, 2023Alaska Marine Policy Forum – February 2023
February 15, 2023, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm AKSTSeafood HACCP Segment 2 — February 2023
February 24, 2023, 9:00 am–4:00 pm AKSTAlaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute, Spring 2023
March 6, 2023–March 10, 2023
Alaska Sea Grant News
A team from Alaska Sea Grant, the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute, the University of Alaska Anchorage Economics Department, and a filmmaker, is working with students and the community…
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Alaska Sea Grant welcomes Dr. Molly Cain as associate director. Based at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Troth Yeddha Campus, Cain serves on the management team and is responsible for…
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Alaska Sea Grant State Fellow Robin McKnight is working this year with the Alaska Fisheries Development Foundation (AFDF). Her fellowship focuses on supporting shellfish and seaweed mariculture development, an area…
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Rapid warming is leading to accelerated coastal erosion and placing many Alaska communities at risk. Accurately forecasting future coastline changes is critical to communities so that they can mitigate and…
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