From fungi to foam

A man stands next to a 2.5-foot model of a house wall insulated with wood and mycelium foam.

An innovative alternative to Styrofoam might be growing in your backyard.  A team led by University of Alaska Anchorage researcher Philippe Amstislavski is exploring how mycelium, the root structure of…

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Harmful Algal Bloom Workshop – Kodiak

Microscopic view of phytoplankton and harmful algae cells collected on a slide

This hands-on workshop will train potential shellfish farmers to monitor for harmful algae, including Alexandrium catenella, which causes paralytic shellfish poisoning. Participants will learn net tow techniques, plankton identification, and microscope…

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Ammonia Refrigeration Operator

ammonia refrigeration unit in a processing plant.

This training focuses on equipment commonly found in Alaskan seafood processing operations, including plate freezers, ice machines, and refrigerated seawater heat exchangers. Workers are trained for Alaska conditions, including the seasonal nature of the systems and facilities, typical maintenance periods, and running seasonal projects.

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Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator

ammonia refrigeration unit in a processing plant.

Training on equipment commonly found in Alaskan seafood processing operations, including plate freezers, ice machines, and refrigerated seawater heat exchangers. Workers are trained for Alaska conditions, including the seasonal nature of the systems and facilities, typical maintenance periods, and running seasonal projects.

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Advanced BAADER Technician

Five men all wearing hats working on a large BAADER machine in a processing plant.

This advanced BAADER technician class focuses on high-speed filleting machines (BAADER 212/52) and is intended for individuals who have already completed basic BAADER training. Topics include a review of basic machine knowledge, electrical fault finding and analysis, parameter configuration, production adjustments, and running fish over the machine.

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