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Clarkson University is getting $24,917 for a first-of-its-kind project for the New York Great Lakes Basin and watershed.
Clarkson Assistant Professor of Biology Andrew David will lead research to assess the connectivity patterns of two established invasive species of snails one that impacts largemouth bass populations in New York lakes and rivers, and one that is now the largest, most abundant snail in Adirondack lakes.
This work will create a foundation for identifying the vectors that promote aquatic invasive species (AIS) dispersal find potential barriers to help limit their spread. The project will be carried out in collaboration with Dr. Kate Cleary, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies at SUNY Potsdam.
POTSDAM — Clarkson University has received $24,917 in grant funding for a research project that will help restore and protect the health of New York’s Great Lakes and surrounding communities.
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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Syracuse-based Great Lakes Research Consortium (GLRC) announced $121,741 in grant awards for five research projects that will help restore and protect the health of New York’s Great Lakes and surrounding communities, including one project led by Clarkson Assistant Biology Professor Andrew David.
“Our rapidly changing climate, coupled with increased threats from invasive species, nutrient pollution, and emerging contaminants, are challenging the health of Great Lakes ecosystems,” DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said. “The research grants announced today will help New York State delve deeper into the science of these problems and broaden our ability to address these and future challenges.”
DEC and Syracuse-based Great Lakes Research Consortium (GLRC) announced $121,741 in grant awards for five research projects that will help restore and protect the health of New York’s Great Lakes and surrounding communities.