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  Institute of Water Research

  The Institute of Water Research at MSU is dedicated to developing science-based technology, research, educational programs, and partnerships to address critical water issues that foster human well-being in Michigan and beyond.

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  In the Weeds podcast on water quality farming

  Published on November 3, 2020
  “In the Weeds” podcast kicks of the 2020 season with experts on water quality farming.

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  MSU scientists working to understand distribution of Michigan’s native, invasive aquatic plants

  Published on September 11, 2024
  Researchers are testing various methods to analyze plant species found in Michigan lakes.

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  Agricultural Resiliency Program funds four new projects

  Published on March 11, 2025
  The partnership among MSU, the Michigan Plant Coalition, and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will fund four new projects at $1.275 million each.

• Michigan Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool honored with awards

  Published on December 1, 2010
  The Michigan Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool (WWAT), developed in part by a team of Michigan State University researchers to estimate the impact of water use on an area, recently received two national awards.

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  MSU researchers play pivotal role in new $19M grazing, soil health project

  Published on July 6, 2022
  Spartan scientists lead several aspects of research to understand how grazing management affects soil health and farmer well-being.

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  AgBioResearch scientist develops tools to inform water conservation strategies

  Published on August 9, 2023
  Glenn O’Neil builds online resources to help ‘bridge the gap’ between scientific research and on-the-ground application

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  Tracking turds

  Published on October 23, 2020
  Learn how DNA source tracking can be used to identify water quality concerns.

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  Myth-busting phosphorus in your field

  Published on September 30, 2020
  This article will break down the myths and the truths about phosphorus in your field

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  MSU Professor and Researcher selected as NASA Science Team Members for two Satellite Missions

  Published on March 25, 2025
  Narendra N. Das, Ph.D., Associate Professor in BAE and CEE, is serving on two NASA satellite missions as a Science Team member.

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  MSU AgBioResearch announces two new leaders to assist with oversight of research portfolio

  Published on February 9, 2022
  Dana M. Infante and James J. Kells have been appointed to new leadership roles in MSU AgBioResearch.

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  MDARD invests in MSU IWR’s Great Lakes Watershed Management System

  Published on June 30, 2024
  With support from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the Institute of Water Research at Michigan State University is enhancing the Great Lakes Watershed Management System to help reach the State’s Domestic Action Plan goals.

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  MSU PSEP launches Pesticide Safety Webinar Series: The RUP Credit Clinic to support Michigan applicator recertification

  Published on October 16, 2025
  The Michigan State University Pesticide Safety Education Program (PSEP) announces its first webinar series running from fall through winter, helping Michigan pesticide applicators earn RUP credits and stay current on safety and regulatory topics.