April 2006
The Great Lakes Maritime Transportation System: Critical Energy for Change
One of Sea Grant’s newest employees explains how maritime transportation continues to evolve in the Great Lakes.
Learning About Lateral Line Sensitivity from the Lowly Toadfish
Technological advances suggest that fish lateral lines are not as sensitive as previously thought.
Ice Cover Lacking on Lake
Find out how ice cover influences evaporation, supports fisheries, and produces astonishing ice volcanoes.
Sea Grant Awarded $2.5 Million to Support Great Lakes and Ocean Sciences Education
A regional Center for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence project links Great Lakes and ocean science researchers with students and teachers.
Preparing for a Future in Aquatic Science
Minnesota Sea Grant committed $507,060 to support graduate students researching topics in aquatic science between 2005 and 2007.
Staff Update
Minnesota Sea Grant announces two new hires, and honors two staff for their achievements.
Did Ja Know?
Male toadfish are extraordinarily loud.
Bow Watch
Jumping Back Into the Harbor
Acting Director Jeff Gunderson discusses Sea Grant’s partnership with the Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute.
New Publications & Services
Stop Exotics Video Now on DVD
A popular aquatic invasive species message becomes digital.
Journal Reprints
New articles report on Great Lakes sediment, genetic technology, bio-control of invasive species, and fish sensitivity.
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