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Harbor cleanup drives Toronto’s waterfront revitalization
Jan 3, 2019
After decades of underuse and neglect, Toronto’s waterfront has emerged as a vibrant gathering space that draws people to the shores of Lake Ontario. Decades of cleanup efforts and collaborative planning are behind this turnaround, which has resulted in significant ecological and economic benefits, according to a report released today by the International Association for Great Lakes Research.
A river’s remarkable ecological recovery drives economic benefits for Detroit
Jul 16, 2018
From its reputation as one of the country’s most polluted rivers in the 1960s, to its current status as a major urban attraction, the Detroit River has an incredible story to tell. It’s one of the most remarkable ecological recovery stories in North America, according to study results reported today by the International Association for Great Lakes Research.
Great Lakes Science Leaders Honored
Jun 22, 2018
IAGLR honored several professionals this week for their contributions to the association and Great Lakes science. The following awards were presented at IAGLR’s 61st Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research in Toronto, Ontario.
Great Lakes Student Scientists Honored
Jun 21, 2018
The International Association for Great Lakes Research (IAGLR) recognized top student scientists for their contributions to IAGLR and Great Lakes science. The following awards were presented Thursday at the association’s 61st Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, in Toronto, Ontario.
Helen Domske receives IAGLR’s Vallentyne Award
Jun 20, 2018
Helen Domske, associate director of the Great Lakes Program at the University of Buffalo and senior coastal education coordinator for New York Sea Grant, was honored with the John R. (Jack) Vallentyne Award at the 61st Annual Conference of the International Association for Great Lakes Research.
William Taylor honored with IAGLR Lifetime Achievement Award
Jun 19, 2018
William D. Taylor was honored Tuesday at IAGLR’s 61st Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research with the association's 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award. Taylor is a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, where he has spent 40 years generating critical knowledge essential for the long-term management of aquatic ecosystems.
Local and international freshwater scientists meet in Toronto
Jun 18, 2018
IAGLR's 61st Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research kicks off today! More than 700 scientists from around the world are headed to the University of Toronto Scarborough for a great week of science.
A great success story: River Raisin cleanup helps Monroe, Michigan, realize economic, environmental benefits
Jun 15, 2018
Substantial cleanup of the River Raisin in southeast Michigan is helping to revitalize the City of Monroe, with the area seeing both environmental and economic benefits. That’s the conclusion of a case study released today by the International Association for Great Lakes Research.
IAGLR to evaluate Great Lakes restoration with Erb Family Foundation support
Dec 21, 2017
How effective are efforts to restore the most degraded areas in the Great Lakes? A new grant from the Erb Family Foundation will support the International Association for Great Lakes Research in answering that question. IAGLR will conduct research with Canadian and U.S. experts to evaluate achievements and lessons learned from 32 years of efforts to clean up Great Lakes Areas of Concern.
Lake Michigan science and policy conference coming to Green Bay November 7-10
Nov 3, 2017
Lake Michigan will take center stage next week, when more than 300 scientists, natural resource managers, and beach health experts head to Green Bay, Wisconsin, for the 2017 State of Lake Michigan Conference. The event, to be held November 7-10 at the Hyatt Regency, will also feature the annual meeting of the Great Lakes Beach Association and other associated workshops and field trips.
Thomas Nalepa honored with IAGLR Lifetime Achievement Award
May 18, 2017
The International Association for Great Lakes Research honored Thomas Nalepa Thursday evening with its 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award. Presented at IAGLR’s 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, the award recognizes important and continued contributions to the field of Great Lakes research over a period of 20 years or more. Nalepa is best known for his seminal work on invasive mussels, including zebra and quagga mussels, and their effects on Great Lakes communities.
Dan Egan receives Vallentyne outreach award
May 18, 2017
Dan Egan, an author and reporter with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, was honored with the John R. (Jack) Vallentyne Award at the 60th Annual Conference of the International Association for Great Lakes Research.
Great Lakes Science Leaders Honored
May 18, 2017
The International Association for Great Lakes Research honored several professionals Thursday for their contributions to IAGLR and Great Lakes science. The awards were presented at the association’s 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research in Detroit, Mich.
Great Lakes Student Scientists Recognized
May 18, 2017
The International Association for Great Lakes Research (IAGLR) recognized top student scientists for their contributions to IAGLR and Great Lakes science. The following awards were presented Thursday at the association’s 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, in Detroit, Mich.
Freshwater Scientists to Convene in Detroit May 15-19
May 15, 2017
IAGLR's 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research kicks off today! More than 1,000 scientists from around the world are headed to Cobo Center in downtown Detroit for a week of science.
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