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Smallmouth bass growth increased following invasion of Lake Erie by the round goby

Sep 22, 2016

Results of this study, "Changes in growth and diet of smallmouth bass following invasion of Lake Erie by the round goby," are reported by Derek P. Crane and Donald W. Einhouse in Volume 42, Issue 2 of the Journal of Great Lakes Research.

IAGLR 2017 Call for Sessions

Sep 1, 2016

Interested in organizing a scientific session for IAGLR 2017 in Detroit? The Call for Sessions is now open. Researchers will gather May 15-19, 2017, for the 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, to be held at Cobo Center along the restored Detroit International Riverfront. Proposals on any topic related to Great Lakes research are welcome; however, we especially encourage sessions related to our theme, From Cities to Farms: Shaping Great Lakes Ecosystems. Deadline: October 14, 2016.

IAGLR 2017 Website Open

Aug 16, 2016

We're heading to Detroit! Find out what's in store for IAGLR's 60th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, scheduled for May 15-19, 2017, in Detroit, Michigan. The theme for the conference is From Cities to Farms: Shaping Great Lakes Ecosystems. Mark the date and hope to see you there!

Great Lakes Solutions: Skating to Support Student Development

Aug 9, 2016

IAGLR's recent Defy Cup hockey game raised $608 for the IAGLR Scholarship. Thank you to organizer Michael Twiss, the players, and all who contributed to another great game in support of Great Lakes science! See the game recap.

GLRI Project Survey

Jul 26, 2016

You can assist educational research and student projects by participating in an anonymous University of Toledo Angler/Fisher Survey! 

IAGLR 2016 Recap

Jun 17, 2016

Check out the IAGLR 2016 recap on Storify to get an idea of what it's like at IAGLR's annual Conference on Great Lakes Research.

IAGLR Honors Great Lakes Science Leaders

Jun 9, 2016

IAGLR honored several professionals Thursday for their contributions to IAGLR and Great Lakes science. The following awards were presented at the association’s 59th annual Conference on Great Lakes Research in Guelph, Ont.

Vallentyne outreach award recognizes Pranas Pranckevicius

Jun 9, 2016

IAGLR posthumously awarded its highest outreach honor Thursday to Pranas Pranckevicius, an influential regional communicator and technical convenor for more than 30 years with the U.S. EPA Great LakesNational Program Office.

IAGLR Honors Dr. Ron Hites with Lifetime Achievement Award

Jun 9, 2016

IAGLR recently honored Dr. Ronald A. Hites, a professor at Indiana University, with the 2016 IAGLR Lifetime Achievement Award. Hites has made seminal contributions to IAGLR, the Great Lakes community, and the discipline of environmental organic chemistry; notably in the areas of mass spectrometry and the detection, sources, transformations, time trends, and fate of atmospherically derived organic pollutants in rivers and lakes.

Scholarships awarded to students pursuing Great Lakes research

Jun 9, 2016

The International Association for Great Lakes Research recognized top student scientists for their contributions to IAGLR and Great Lakes science. The following awards were given Thursday at the association’s 59th annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, in Guelph, Ontario.

UT student discovers first grass carp eggs in Great Lakes basin

Jun 3, 2016

Results of this study, "First direct confirmation of grass carp spawning in a Great Lakes tributary," are reported by Holly S. Embke, Patrick M. Kocovsky, Catherine A. Richter, Jeremy J. Pritt, Cristine M. Mayer, Song S. Qiana in Volume 42, Issue 4 of the Journal of Great Lakes Research.

U-Guelph to host international freshwater research conference June 6-10

Jun 2, 2016

Freshwater researchers from the Great Lakes region and around the world will convene at the University of Guelph June 6-10 for the 59th annual conference of the International Association for Great Lakes Research (IAGLR). More than 600 participants will spend the week in Guelph, networking with colleagues and delivering more than 500 oral and poster presentations highlighting scientific findings in the areas of freshwater health and management.

Algae blooms, invasive species, fisheries management: U-Guelph to host 59th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research

Jun 2, 2016

More than 600 scientists, policy experts, conservationists, students, and others will gather next week in Guelph, Ontario, for IAGLR's 59th annual Conference on Great Lakes Research. (Media Advisory)

2016 Conference Brochure

Jun 1, 2016

Download and share the current brochure for the upcoming 2016 annual Conference on Great Lakes Research in Guelph.

59th Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research

May 25, 2016

Looking forward to seeing you at the 59th annual Conference on Great Lakes Research hosted by the University of Guelph June 6th - 10th!  Several hundred scientists, 45 sessions, exhibits, awards, scholarships, and more... join us on twitter #iaglr2016!  Walkin registration is available onsite, so it’s not too late!

IAGLR 2016 Program Book Online

May 23, 2016

The Program Book for IAGLR's upcoming annual Conference on Great Lakes Research is now online. You'll receive a print version at the conference, but this will give you a sneak peek to help plan your trip to Guelph.

IAGLR 2016 Message and Job/Career boards

May 13, 2016

Message and Jobs/Career Boards will be conveniently located at the registration area in Rozanski Hall. Bring your notices to post or check it out!

IAGLR 2016 Online Registration Closes May 23rd

May 9, 2016

Avoid higher rates and onsite registration lines!  Register conveniently online for the 59^th annual Conference on Great Lakes Research. Note that everyone, including all speakers, must register! See you June 6-10, at University of Guelph!

IAGLR Hockey 2016

May 6, 2016

At this year’s IAGLR Conference in Guelph, Ontario, a hockey challenge will take place: Canada versus United States.  Ice time is reserved at the Gryphon Center (Gold Arena) on Wednesday, June 8, from 4-6 pm.  If you are interested in playing in what is billed to be an exciting test of international collaboration, then please contact Michael Twiss (mtwiss@clarkson.edu) with your nationality, and preferred position.  Teams are created with the intention of maximizing the skill equality.  A nominal fee will be assessed for each player and coaching staff to cover ice time and go towards the cash prize to the winning team; who will have the honor/honour of donating it to the IAGLR Scholarship fund!

U.S. EPA Announces 28 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grants Totaling Over $12.5 Million to Restore Great Lakes

May 6, 2016

Last Chance for IAGLR16 Early Bird Registration Rates

Apr 12, 2016

Early bird rates end this Friday, April 15th.  Note that everyone, including all speakers, must register! Online registration is open until May 23; after that you will have to register onsite where walk in rates will apply.  See you June 6-10, at University of Guelph!

Researchers explore potential for lake sturgeon reintroduction on the Maumee River, OH

Apr 7, 2016

The Toledo Blade and UTNews report researchers at USFWS, Ohio DNR-DOW, University of Toledo, and the Toledo Zoo explore potential for lake sturgeon reintroduction on the Maumee River, OH.

IAGLR OMNR Student Travel Award

Apr 6, 2016

Attn: IAGLR Student Members - Don't forget to claim your financial assistance while registering for the upcoming conference. Funds are limited and based upon your mileage to the conference.

Hybrid Splake found on Lake Trout spawning reefs and in Brook Trout streams

Mar 30, 2016

Results of this study, "Genetic and phenotypic evidence for splake presence in brook trout and lake trout spawning habitats," are reported by Mackenzie Fering, Casey Huckins, William Mattes, Edward Baker, Troy Zorn, John Littlefield, and Kim Scribner in Volume 42, Issue 3 of the Journal of Great Lakes Research.

Massena Great Lakes Area of Concern moving towards environmental recovery

Mar 30, 2016

Results of this study, "Evaluating Beneficial Use Impairments in wetlands of the Massena Area of Concern using biotic, water quality, and landscape indicators," are reported by Kinga M. Stryszowska, Michael R. Twiss, and Tom A. Langena in Volume 42, Issue 3 of the Journal of Great Lakes Research.