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Fishers' livelihood measured by more than catch

Published on April 23, 2020
Scientists throwing shade on the idea that a fisher’s life is Zen, showing the arrangements before and after the fish takes the bait the must be considered to make effective and equitable policy about global fishing.
National ecologists honor six MSU/FW scholars for innovation

Published on April 16, 2020
Six current or former CSIS members will be honored for an innovative 2018 sustainability paper.
MSU water scientist chairing international task force examining wastewater for community infection of novel coronavirus

Published on April 8, 2020
Joan Rose, the Homer Nowlin Chair in Water Research at MSU, is leading the International Water Association Covid-19 Task Force's efforts to enhance water supply safety.
CSIS scholar honored with Pattullo Award

Published on March 25, 2020
Edith Gondwe honored for her work writing about current environmental issues for publications aimed at non-scientists.
CSIS doctoral student scores two fellowships

Published on March 9, 2020
Veronica Frans earns support from two Michigan organizations.
MSU launches new Multicultural Center Feasibility Study website

Published on February 25, 2020
Michigan State University is engaging in a feasibility study for a campus multicultural center.
Fisheries and Wildlife grad student receives CANR Graduate Student Teaching Award

Published on February 25, 2020
Tracy Melvin to receive 2020 CANR Graduate Student Teaching Award at ANR Week.
Small farmers sink or swim in globalization’s tsunami

Published on February 24, 2020
From a synthesis of 12 cases, researchers found when smallholder farmers are connected to faraway systems, the key is to empower them to higher agency and more livelihood opportunities.
MSU researchers part of team attempting to reintroduce Arctic grayling to Michigan streams

Published on February 11, 2020
Through the Michigan Arctic Grayling Initiative, MSU researchers are teaming with nearly 50 partners to bring back the treasured fish species.
MSU's Great Lakes Conference to focus on "Tackling Challenges Today and Beyond"

Published on February 7, 2020
Teachers are encouraged to apply for stipends to help them attend the 30th annual Great Lakes Conference at Michigan State University.
Chronic wasting disease threatens Michigan deer hunting, wildlife conservation efforts

Published on February 1, 2020
A team of MSU researchers is leading the charge in combating the fatal neurological disorder affecting Michigan’s iconic whitetail deer.
Michigan State researchers lead effort on PFAS crisis

Published on February 1, 2020
Michigan has the most contamination sites in the nation, and scientists are working to learn more about the little-known contaminants.
New MSU research center focusing on natural resources

Published on February 1, 2020
The Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center opened in November 2018 and will host long-term ecological research projects.
PERM celebrates 25 years of serving the state

Published on February 1, 2020
The Partnership for Ecosystem Research and Management (PERM) formed a quarter century ago so researchers could tackle rapidly emerging issues.
Inland lakes partnership brings Michigan water enthusiasts together

Published on February 1, 2020
Michigan Inland Lake Partnership recently celebrated its 10th year of bringing together academics, government agencies, tribal groups, conservation groups and private industry.