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Five lamprey species are found in the Great Lakes – only one is invasive

New poster offers detailed comparison of these ancient jawless fish.
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Water Alliance director Joan Rose delivers keynote at MSU advanced degree commencement

MSU Water Alliance director Joan Rose delivered the keynote address at Michigan State University’s Fall 2025 advanced degree commencement ceremony.
Aerial view of the Great Lakes.

MSU researcher brings rapid diagnostics expertise to IJC’s Health Professionals Advisory Board

MSU professor and researcher Evangelyn Alocilja is contributing her expertise in rapid diagnostics to the International Joint Commission’s Health Professionals Advisory Board (HPAB).
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Understanding PFAS

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, what they are, how they affect us, where they come from, and what we can do.
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Powering the Blue Economy: How aquaculture can strengthen Michigan communities and economies

Growth in Michigan aquaculture could offer increased local food security, job opportunities, and more.
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Research Spotlight: What happens when you cross a worm with a robot?

MSU Professor Xiaobo Tan and his team took inspiration from worms to create robots that easily maneuver through corrugated pipes which are vital for agricultural operations.
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Researchers map path forward for gender-inclusive fisheries data

A team of 36 researchers from six continents has developed a comprehensive framework to address the persistent undercounting of women in small-scale fisheries data systems.
Drawing of a bowfin fish.

Bowfin or faux-fin? Reeling in the truth about these look-alike fish

Learn how to ID between bowfin, burbot, and the invasive northern snakehead by spotting key differences in body shape, coloration, and fins.
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Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

Fresh tree, fresh cut, and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.

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The Mobile Irrigation Lab is on the move

MSU’s Mobile Irrigation Lab offers on-farm evaluations of flow rate, system pressure and application uniformity to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements that boost water- and energy-use efficiency.
Lake Ontario.

Spartans Making a Difference: Safeguarding Fish and Public Health

This week’s articles by MSU faculty, specialists, and students making a difference feature hidden viruses in lake trout, health disparities in wastewater, and chemical risks in drinking water mapped by AI.
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MSU-led research helps safeguard the Great Lakes from invasive grass carp through science-driven management

MSU scientists are using cutting-edge tracking technology and multi-agency collaboration to reduce grass carp threats to Great Lakes ecosystems.