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Evaluation of Deer Population Parameter Estimates and Implications for CWD

Published on October 1, 2022
Today’s vast amount of CWD information and high-performance computing present this research team with an opportunity to open new doors to better understanding the disease.
Pulling on the Same End of the Rope: Developing a Regional CWD Adaptive Management Framework

Published on October 1, 2022
One solution to overcoming the challenges of CWD management in Michigan, is the development and implementation of a regional adaptive management approach. A regional CWD adaptive management framework requires a two-phase learning approach.
Immobilization of CWD Prions

Published on October 1, 2022
A team of interdisciplinary researchers have been able to study how to immobilize prions that are found in the environment through using pyrogenic carbonaceous geosorbents (PCGs), such as activated carbons and biochars.
Considerations for meat processors cutting venison to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease

Published on September 20, 2022
Protocol for meat processors to follow when cutting and further processing venison this hunting season.
Considerations for meat processors accepting venison to prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease

Published on September 20, 2022
Protocol for meat processors to follow when accepting venison this hunting season.
MSU Extension helps hunters collect and submit chronic wasting disease tests to MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

Published on November 10, 2021
CWD testing samples will be collected at the Ionia and Montcalm County Michigan State University Extension offices.
Considerations for meat processors accepting venison to prevent spreading Chronic Wasting Disease

Published on October 25, 2021
Protocol for meat processors to follow when accepting venison this hunting season.
Researchers are learning more about chronic wasting disease

Published on October 6, 2021
Researchers are learning more about chronic wasting disease through various research projects funded by Michigan PA 207 of 2018.
Shannon Stemaly: Engaging the public in sustainability outreach and policy

Published on July 14, 2021
Shannon is a MSU Glassen Scholar whose summer internship with the Michigan DNR is supporting public education on natural resources and record-keeping for chronic wasting disease.
Searching for antler sheds can be a fun end of winter pastime

Published on March 3, 2021
Finding deer sheds is a great way to get outside and enjoy the last days of winter while assessing the deer in your area.