Natural Resources
Michigan State University AgBioResearch and MSU Extension research and outreach in natural resources covers a wide variety of topics, including climate change, conservation, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, the environment, energy and water.
News
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MSU researcher leading Great Lakes sea lamprey eradication project
Published on February 5, 2021
Helping to prevent both the decline of native fish populations and negative impacts on the fishing industry -
Using plants and microorganisms to create sustainable ecosystems
Published on February 4, 2021
Dawn Reinhold, associate professor in the MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, researches how duckweed inoculated with microorganisms can remove pollutants from an ecosystem. -
Examining the impact of climate change on freshwater fish
Published on February 4, 2021
Research in the MSU Department of Fisheries and Wildlife uses maps and models to create a more sustainable future for Michigan waters and the fish that live in them.
Programs
Partnership for Ecosystem Research and Management
The Partnership for Ecosystem Research and Management unites MSU with fisheries, wildlife management, and forest management agencies to help keep Michigan’s natural resources healthy and sustainable.
Institute of Water Research
The Institute of Water Research at Michigan State University is dedicated to developing science-based technology, research, educational programs, and partnerships to help understand and address critical water issues.
Contact
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Dana Infante, PhD
Professor; MSU AgBioResearch Associate Director
infanted@msu.edu
517-432-7232