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How Spartans and citizen scientists team up to protect Michigan’s natural spaces

Over 500 volunteers participate in the Vernal Pool Patrol program, identifying, mapping, monitoring and providing data on vernal pools across the state to assist MSU researchers.
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Learn about community collaborations that identify solutions to water-related challenges.
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The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) will host the 2026 Michigan Sustainability Conference (MISCON) on Sept 9-10, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan.
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Bridging disciplines to address invasive species and disease risks in the pet trade

The global movement of exotic animals in the pet trade is multibillion-dollar industry and spans hundreds of countries. Unfortunately, trade can also facilitate the movement of invasive species and diseases.
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Can irrigation or rain clear wildfire smoke?

Understanding how wildfire smoke behaves can help people make informed decisions during smoke events. While spraying water may seem like a good idea, research shows it is not an effective way to reduce smoke particle concentrations.