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Fall 2009

Latest News
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“Across the globe, in Russia and Iran, sturgeon are pursued for their eggs, the source of an exotic delicacy to be enjoyed by the wealthy. But here in Wisconsin, lake sturgeon belong to everyone, and they’re revered for what they are and have been for millions of years: a tough, old fish.” ­—People of the Sturgeon
Photo: Bob Rashid
People of the Sturgeon
UW Sea Grant announces the release of People of the Sturgeon: Wisconsin’s Love Affair with an Ancient Fish, published by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press


Breeding Yellow Perch to Meet Consumer Demand
Researchers can trick the fish into changing their natural reproductive cycles, allowing them to reproduce year-round



Special Sections
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Above: Stephen Wittman. Below: Vicky Harris.
Program/People News
Stephen Wittman retires

Stephen Wittman and Tina Yao receive environmental communications award

Kathleen Schmitt Kline celebrates two deliveries

Vicky Harris receives Great Lakes Sea Grant Network award


Wisconsin's Water Library
An ancient fish, some modern titles


Education News
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Video

Grand opportunity to learn about water
 
Two Wisconsin students receive prestigious Knauss Fellowship


ASC Droplets
Patent awarded for water treatment device

Asian carp threaten Lake Michigan

Public comment offered for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative


 
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