As concern about Harmful Algal Blooms across the state grows, the Alaska HAB Network has come together to provide a centralized place for reliable information.
Wildlife die-off and human health impacts in Russia in early October linked to HABs. Click to see more satellite images taken by Strelka KB of the event and read the article in StrelkaMag.
Below are some career opportunities for positions working with HABs. Contact Thomas with any other opportunities you would like to add to this list.
HAB Postdoc positions at UC Santa Cruz 2 postdoc researcher positions at the Sison-Mangus Lab and Kudela Lab in the study of harmful algal bloom species using molecular approaches and the utilization of the Imaging Flow Cytobot (IFCB).
To submit your application materials, or if you have any questions about this announcement, please email Dr. Marilou Sison-Mangus @ msisonma@ucsc.edu Review starts July 31, 2022
June 2022: Alexandrium is present in the waters of the Gulf of Alaska, and shellfish from Unalaska and Chignik Lagoon are testing above the regulatory limit for PST.
Below are some funding opportunities for HABs. If you are interested in applying for any of these and want help finding collaborators, or if you know of other funding opportunities, contact Thomas.
FlowCam Aquatic Research and Tavel Grant program
Equipment grant for graduate students and undergraduate faculty
Win the use of a FlowCam instrument for up to 4 months, including training/support
Deadlines: Graduate – April 15, 2022; Undergraduate – June 15, 2022
