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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Help shape the future of IAGLR! We’re seeking members of the Great Lakes research community to serve on our Board of Directors. Bring your perspective, help guide the association, and make an impact. Nominations due Oct. 2: bit.ly/4gCFyCU
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Thrilled to share this news and grateful to the Erb Family Foundation for their generous support!
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
*Build collaborations that matter. *Share knowledge across disciplines. *Engage with a diverse, welcoming community. *Inspire the next generation of researchers. Don’t miss your chance to guide conversations shaping aquatic science across Canada, the #GreatLakes & beyond. Submit a session today!
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
I have to admit, conducting & reporting this survey on federal impacts to #GreatLakes scientists was tough. Story after story showed how the political is personal. Yet even in the gloom, the dedication of this community shines through. Much respect. 💙
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Compelling coverage of those on the front lines re impact of federal actions on #GreatLakes science. Includes an inside look at job loss at a critical federal lab, impact on early career scientists, and more. Stories of impact and resilience, both.
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Sophia Babai @swingingstorm.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
My mom and stepdad are from the same diaspora group as Zohran Mamdani’s dad (same like “my stepdad was kicked out of the same town and knows some of his classmates”) and apparently the New York Times doesn’t understand how diaspora works, so I am going to tell you a little about my mom’s people!
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
IAGLR values a just, equitable, and inclusive culture that removes barriers to participation in our activities and embraces people from diverse identities, perspectives, and experiences. This Pride Month, we honor the LGBTQ+ large lake science community.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
Celebrating Tom Crane's retirement from @glcommission.bsky.social after 39 years of service to the #GreatLakes region. "We couldn't accomplish anything individually," he said. "It's in collaboration that we're able to do our work and to have success in the region." Thank you & well done, Tom!
A smiling Tom Crane holds the box displaying his Public Service Commendation Medal from the department of the army.Attendees at Tom Crane's retirement part give him a standing ovation.The certificate announcing the Department of the Army Public Service Commendation Medal awarded to Tom Crane for outstanding support to the US Army Corps of Engineers in the Great Lakes Region as deputy director of the Great Lakes Commission and leader in regional teams and initiatives.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Enjoyed tour of #Fishpass yesterday. Removing barrier & water flowed over labyrinth weir for the first time! Shifting work to north side of river to begin work on fish-sorting channel. Visit www.glfc.org/fishpass.php for info & webcam views. Globally significant project here in Traverse City. Cool!
Looking east from Union Street bridge to the FishPass facility on the Boardman Ottaway River in Traverse City, Michigan. Fish sorting channel will be on the left; natural flowing river on the right.Looking north at water flowing over the labyrinth weir, part of the FishPass facility on the Boardman Ottaway River in Traverse City, Michigan. Workers are watching a crane removing the barriers in the river to restore the flow. They'll be closing off flow on the northern section to begin work on the fish sorting channel.A crane doing the heavy lifting to dismantle the barrier on the south side of the Boardman Ottaway River at the FishPass facility.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
The #hexhatch last night - out in full force in the backyard, landing on the house and casting shadows on the windowsill.
Looking through a window from the inside, with six mayflies perched on the window.Dozens of Mayflies newly emerged and perched on the window. Looking from outside, in, with red-shaded lamp and computer monitor showing from inside.Closeup of Mayfly shadows on the inside windowsill. Kind of creepy.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
Milwaukee peeps, join us next Tuesday eve for a free public showing.
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
"We are already losing vital data...without them, municipalities and organizations can't access real-time alerts about water toxicity from algal blooms." ~ Jérôme Marty, IAGLR executive director To read more: bit.ly/3SkT69k
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Trump’s cuts to Great Lakes research threaten freshwater for Ontarians
Trump’s cuts to Great Lakes research threaten freshwater for Ontarians.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
At the root of all we do to understand and protect the #GreatLakes is how we communicate the value of this work. The Spring issue of IAGLR's Lakes Letter highlights the importance of doing so, with examples of strategic communication in action plus advice for doing it well. iaglr.org/lakesletter/...
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2025-Spring
Lakes Letter is a quarterly magazine for and about IAGLR members.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
If you care about the Great Lakes and Great Lakes science, please add your voice to this important effort.
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Jérôme Marty (he/him) @freshwater.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
Will Great Lakes Programs Survive Major Cuts ? Our answer: The Great Lakes economy will not survive without healthy waters. Yesterday's interview with @tvotoday.bsky.social is now publicly available online 👇
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
"If we don't have the ability to report the science that tells this water is now dangerous, then I think we're going to see some significant problems." ~Jerome Marty, IAGLR Executive Director Missed last night's Great Lakes panel on @tvotoday.bsky.social? Catch the replay now. bit.ly/3S4b5R0
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Are Great Lakes Funding Cuts a Cause for Concern? | The Agenda
Longstanding co-operation between the U.S. and Canada in keeping the Great Lakes safe, clean and healthy is at risk as a result of budget and staffing cuts to federal agencies south of the border. A look at the future of lake research and stewardship between the nations, and the threats that have arisen to them as U.S. support dwindles. Subscribe to The Agenda with Steve Paikin and Nam Kiwanuka on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/theagenda?s... Listen to the podcast: https://www.tvo.org/podcasts/the-agenda-with-steve-paikin-audio Follow on social media: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theagendatvo Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheAgenda Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheAgenda Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/tvotoday.bsky.social Subscribe to TVO Media Education Group newsletters: https://www.tvo.org/newsletters Get the TVO Today app: App Store: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/tvo-tod... Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... See more ways to access The Agenda with Steve Paikin and TVO Today: https://www.tvo.org/tvo-anytime-anywhere The Agenda with Steve Paikin is TVO Today's flagship current affairs program, devoted to exploring the social, political, cultural and economic issues that are changing our world. We consistently offer a diversity of viewpoints and in-depth analysis of what lies behind the headlines. See more about The Agenda with Steve Paikin at https://www.tvo.org/theagenda
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
IAGLR Executive Director Jerome Marty (@freshwater.bsky.social) raises risk to public health if we lose ability to report threats within #GreatLakes. Cites toxic algal blooms and risk to drinking water. Watch tonight on @tvotoday.bsky.social 8/11 PM.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Looking forward to this episode tonight on @tvotoday.bsky.social re the importance of binational research/shared water with 3 #GreatLakes experts - Jerome Marty (@freshwater.bsky.social, (@iaglr.bsky.socia), Gail Krantzberg (@mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social), and Mike McKay (@uwindsor.bsky.social).
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 06/04/2025
Hoping scientists still gather at the annual Conference on #GreatLakes Research - our 68th - to help keep this vital tradition alive. #IAGLR25
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Uncertainty looms over research conference as U.S. science cuts and tariff tensions mount
Across the Great Lakes, researchers fear the Trump administration’s blunt orders to downsize government could endanger critical monitoring programs on both sides of the border
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
"The current administration views land, water, and natural resources primarily as commodities rather than as ecosystems that provide essential services to society. That perspective could have profound consequences for the future of the #GreatLakes." Worth the read.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
"You’re not saving money. You’re betting the coastline." Another thoughtful piece by David Ruck that is worth your time to read. #GreatLakes medium.com/@david.ruck/...
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Red in the Morning
Oil spill science is homeland security. NOAA gives the Coast Guard its edge.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Always energized by this conference! It's a welcoming space to share #GreatLakes science. Fair number of fish shirts too 😀 #IAGLR25
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
Intern Evan strikes again 🎶
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Join us at #IAGLR25 this June In Milwaukee. Early rates through April 11. Now more than ever, it’s crucial to come together and reaffirm our shared commitment to the #GreatLakes.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Dust from the Great Plains and strong wind conditions creating hazy skies in Michigan right now.
Hilltop view of woods and driveway curving to left with hazy white sky above.Screenshot from Windy app showing strong winds from the Great Plains angling into Michigan. Lake Michigan and along the coast are in golds and dark orange indicating higher speeds.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
Cool to see the progress on #Fishpass on the Boardman/Ottawa River in downtown Traverse City, MI. More info here www.glfc.org/fishpass.php
Photo from bridge overlooking construction of FishPass restoration project on the Boardman (Ottaway) River, Traverse City, Michigan, re-connecting the river with Lake Michigan. FishPass will replace the deteriorating Union Street Dam with a new, complete barrier to all fish that will have the ability to sort and selectively pass desirable fishes while blocking others.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Beautiful, beautiful moon. From eclipse this morning.
Photo showing close-up of the full moon as viewed through a telescope during a lunar eclipse. Moon has reddish tint at left and lightened edge just starting to show in the right.Photo showing close-up of the full moon as viewed through a telescope during a lunar eclipse. Moon is darker on bottom left half and just starting to lighten up on the upper right half.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Please share your story about the importance of NOAA in the #GreatLakes. The survey is administered by ciglr.seas.umich.edu, which is a partnership between the University of Michigan and NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab
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CIGLR | Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research
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Innsmouth Looksmaxxing @gonebabygone.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Today is the 35th anniversary of the Capitol Crawl, in which disabled activists discarded their mobility aids at the foot of the Capitol steps to climb them in support of passage of the Americans with Disabilities Ac. Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, 8, told reporters "I'll take all night if I have to!"
Three people in sky blue shirts and jeans climbing the steps of the US Capitol, including a young blonde girl wearing a red and white bandanna around her head and turning to look at the camera
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
'Nenn also noted that only 1% of the Great Lakes are replenished by rainfall and snowmelt. “They are a one-time gift from the glaciers, and we need to protect them from abuse and over-consumption and that should supersede all politics,” Nenn said.' Preach. www.greatlakesnow.org/2025/03/trum...
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Trump threatens Great Lakes agreements between U.S. and Canada | Great Lakes Now
The Great Lakes Compact, along with other binational agreements that protect the lakes, are at risk as Trump expands pressure on Canada beyond tariffs.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Please listen to this interview with my boss @freshwater.bsky.social on current state of affairs & the #GreatLakes, including the chilling effect on Great Lakes research and management, concerns over international treaties, diversions, and more. open.spotify.com/episode/1ULa...
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Great Lakes Science in Crisis
Unsalted Great Lakes · Episode
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ChrisO_wiki @chriso-wiki.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
1/ Donald Trump may be aiming to annex the Great Lakes – and possibly south-eastern Ontario in a maximalist scenario – and kick Canada out of NORAD, judging by first-hand accounts of talks between Canada and the Trump Administration. ⬇️
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... 🇨🇦 🇺🇸
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
'Disinvestment at NOAA could have disastrous consequences for public health, ecosystems, and the economy..."A worst-case scenario is a harmful algal bloom forms and our drinking water managers aren’t prepared, and people get poisoned,” he said.' planetdetroit.org/2025/03/noaa...
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NOAA layoffs endanger Great Lakes, experts say: 'The drivers behind keeping us safe'
NOAA layoffs could harm Great Lakes water quality and weather forecasting, raising concerns for public health and ecosystems.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
"This isn’t about reducing waste. This is about dismantling one of the best public services your tax dollars have ever paid for — and selling it back to you at a premium." Another insightful essay about NOAA from David Ruck.
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El Lower @helloellower.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
My friends and now-former colleagues at #NOAA GLERL know how to give a good interview. Big mistake to fire our communicators! #HoldTheLine www.fox2detroit.com/video/160109...
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Ann Arbor NOAA employees become casualties from federal cuts
Nicole Rice, who worked for NOAA for 10 years, and Brie Farina are two of eight employees let go at Ann Arbor’s research station — that’s about 20% of its staff — and its entire communication departme...
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
"We are not saving money. We are buying ignorance. And the cost will be measured in lives, livelihoods, and a country that no longer values expertise." Great essay from David Ruck on cuts at NOAA. medium.com/@david.ruck/...
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The Day We Chose Ignorance: NOAA, Science, and the Price of Stupidity
By David John Ruck
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
The International Association for Great Lakes Research issued a statement this week condemning recent U.S. federal actions that jeopardize scientific progress and the health of the Great Lakes. Read our new statement on Standing up for Great Lakes science: bit.ly/4hY3sHk
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Well this stinks. NOAA GLERL comm staff have always been great collaborators helping to share #GreatLakes stories. Was literally just asking at our staff meeting today how they were faring. :(
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Coverdog Poppy rocking her goggles while helping with a research project to sniff out oil spills under ice. So many researchers in the U.S. & Canada helping us care for our #GreatLakes. Can we count on Congress to continue its long history of bipartisan support to protect the lakes we love?
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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 12/02/2025
Welcome to the Bluesky account for Stand Up for Science 2025! Keep an eye on this space for updates, event information, and ways to get involved. We can't wait to see everyone #standupforscience2025 on March 7th, both in DC and locations nationwide! #scienceforall #sciencenotsilence
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Right on! "The Great Lakes is an excellent place to show where Canada and US come together to do really good research. It's like the border doesn't even exist." And now US scientists can't talk w/ Can. colleagues? Canada & US have collaborated on #GreatLakes since 1909! www.msn.com/en-ca/news/c...
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
This is such a great story. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/16/s...
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On a Mission to Heal Gila Monsters
After years in Big Pharma, a chemist pivoted to help save the species that made Ozempic possible.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
#LakeSuperior featured in this issue of the Journal of #GreatLakes Research.
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Have a #GreatLakes hero? This award recognizes both luminaries and rising voices whose work has made significant contributions to sharing the social, economic & ecological understanding of large lakes. Feb 1 nomination deadline.
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
LAST DAY for #IAGLR25 abstract submissions. Get yours in now before the abstract proposal portal closes tonight. Just a reminder, the #GreatLakesSci conference is hybrid with flexible presentation options. For more information: bit.ly/3UPFRih
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
The tradition continues! Get set to learn about #GreatLakes fish from @drkatfish.bsky.social
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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
#IAGLR25 has a terrific lineup of plenary speakers. First up Steve Carpenter, who is professor emeritus of integrative biology and former director of the Center for Limnology of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Follow the link for further information: bit.ly/3X1fPKC
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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Taking part in the 4 Seasons of Indigenous Learning from the outdoorlearning.com. Tonight we heard from Richard Van Camp. Wow! What a generous, beautiful story teller. Can't wait to explore soundcloud.com/richardvancamp and richardvancamp.com.
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Richard Van Camp
Hi, everyone. I write books and share stories. My website is www.richardvancamp.com and you can visit me on Facebook, Twitter and on Instagram. Thank you!
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