2024 Highlights

Here is a sample of some Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant program highlights that reflect our work in research, outreach, and education. Through these efforts we address critical southern Lake Michigan region concerns by empowering decision-makers and residents alike with the latest scientific information.

Aster from Red Oak Rain GardenRain gardens capture stormwater runoff

 

 

 

 

Dripping Water Faucet

Water supply forecasts inform community planning

 

 

 

 

Rainbow Beach, IllinoisChicago beach sand data provides management insights

 

 

 

 

Chicago buoy being deployed

Lake Michigan buoys inform weather and fishing forecasts

 

 

 

 

Stock photo of weed pulling

Stewardship training informs and inspires volunteers

 

 

 

 

Tubs showing medicine disposal Collection programs dispose of unwanted medicines

 

 

 

 

Conservation officers looking at crayfish Illinois conservation officers learn to ID AIS

 

 

 

 

Boats on Chicago River Tracking provides insights into Chicago River fish

 

 

 

 

Fish entree

Eat Midwest Fish is a popular aquaculture resource

 

 

 

 

Student working with HydroLab Students experiment with real-world monitoring equipment

 

 

 

 

2024 Grad Scholar The scholars program enhances graduate student research

 

 

 

 

IISG intern Crystal Hall Summer interns gain real-world experience

 

 

 

 

 

IISG Instagram

Coastal protection is not limited to concrete, rocks, and steel. Coastal protection solutions exist on a spectrum, ranging from softer “green” solutions to harder “gray” structures.

Nature-based coastal solutions fall between green and gray techniques, providing multiple benefits to people and habitats.

Our three-part video series, Nature-Based Coastal Solutions in the Great Lakes, is now available to watch. Learn how nature-based coastal solutions, including nature-driven and hybrid approaches, can protect shorelines while supporting ecosystems and communities.

Watch the 3-part video series at the link in bio.

(Photo credit: Liz Spitzer, Illinois State Geological Survey, Coastal Research Group)

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Coastal protection is not limited to concrete, rocks, and steel. Coastal protection solutions exist on a spectrum, ranging from softer “green” solutions to harder “gray” structures.Nature-based coastal solutions fall between green and gray techniques, providing multiple benefits to people and habitats.Our three-part video series, Nature-Based Coastal Solutions in the Great Lakes, is now available to watch. Learn how nature-based coastal solutions, including nature-driven and hybrid approaches, can protect shorelines while supporting ecosystems and communities.Watch the 3-part video series at the link in bio.(Photo credit: Liz Spitzer, Illinois State Geological Survey, Coastal Research Group)

Managers and researchers can be faced with a need to classify the risk of new crayfish invaders. Rapid assessment tools, such as the Science-based Tools for Assessing Invasion Risk (STAIR), can assist in this process by providing a streamlined framework for analysis and decision-making.

Join us for an ICC webinar with John Bieber from Loyola University Chicago to learn how rapid assessment tools are used to classify invasive species risk and how STAIR can support invasive crayfish management.

Learn more at the link in bio.

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Managers and researchers can be faced with a need to classify the risk of new crayfish invaders. Rapid assessment tools, such as the Science-based Tools for Assessing Invasion Risk (STAIR), can assist in this process by providing a streamlined framework for analysis and decision-making.Join us for an ICC webinar with John Bieber from Loyola University Chicago to learn how rapid assessment tools are used to classify invasive species risk and how STAIR can support invasive crayfish management.Learn more at the link in bio.