• Three youth make peace and heart hand signals from a rocky outcropping overlooking mountains and water

    Alaska Knowledge, Science, and Education Alliance

    Accepting applications through March 31, from educators and from elders and other experts, to co-create lessons focused on marine-related anchoring phenomenon in the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill region.

  • Four people sitting on a stage for a panel. One man holding a microphone.

    2026 Lowell Wakefield Fisheries Symposium

    Coming to Kodiak, May 5–8.

Enhancing the sustainable use and conservation of Alaska's marine and freshwater resources through research, outreach, and education

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Research

We are charged by Congress to conduct scientific research that enhances the wise use and conservation of our coastal and marine resources.

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Marine Advisory

Our outreach and technical assistance programs help Alaskans wisely use, conserve, and enjoy Alaska's marine and coastal resources.

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Education

Resources and professional development for K–12 educators. Public education and training in coastal communities. Student awards and fellowships.

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Upcoming Events, Classes, and Trainings

Alaska Sea Grant News

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New community-led marine debris removal projects

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Crewmember training program kickstarts fishing careers

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