Understanding and predicting harmful algal blooms in Minnesota lakes
Funding by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as approved by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources and the University of Minnesota has propelled a new round of research focused on understanding and predicting blue-green algae.
By sharing information, insight, and lessons learned, we can assist Minnesota state agencies, scientists and all citizens to create a better picture of potential Harmful Algal Blooms in Minnesota.
Our goals for this site and blog are to:
- Explore and learn about algae and freshwater HABs.
- Convey specific and helpful information among researchers, local and state agencies, and the public, so all can learn something new about algae and increase understanding of algae -- particularly freshwater HABs.
- Promote and inform the public of the current algae research by providing a space for our researchers to share about what they do, who they are, who do they work for, and how we all may benefit from their work.
- Make research findings more accessible and provide opportunities for researchers and citizens to get involved in algae research and outreach.
- Provide support and nurturing for our ongoing algae focused programs.