The stories cover research topics that address pressing coastal, watershed, and community-based issues. The research was conducted across the Commonwealth.
The stories highlight the research topic, questions researchers sought to answer, and their findings through in-person interviews, in-field and in-lab activities, and on location footage.
The videos are available online via the program’s website, and YouTube Channel.
The production was made possible through funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Since 2012, Pennsylvania Sea Grant has invested over $5.7 million in Great Lakes, coastal, and watershed research.
The funding supports research projects that have the potential to yield solution-based results to assist decision makers, address pressing coastal and watershed issues, and develop or update statewide ecosystem management strategies.
“I’m thrilled to be sharing these unique stories, which highlight important issues happening in ecosystems and communities across the state,” says Kelly Donaldson, PA Sea Grant Communications Lead and Producer of the video series. “Each research project is helping to advance our understanding of the issue and to improve the health of our watersheds and communities. It’s exciting to learn about research that isn’t just sitting on a shelf – but being applied in the real world.”
Topics include monitoring wastewater for COVID-19 and other pathogens, monitoring wastewater for pharmaceuticals as an indicator of community health, stream response to development and stormwater, the invasive Mystery Snail, Lake Erie bluff retreat, and phragmites and sea level rise.
Two of the videos feature multiple researchers, who share their passion for science, what led them to careers in research, and guidance for individuals considering a career in research.
Research Grants
The timing of the launch aligns with Pennsylvania Sea Grant’s recent announcement of research funding available for 2026-2028 and the request for research proposals.
“Pennsylvania Sea Grant supports research that expands our understanding of aquatic ecosystems, coastlines, and watersheds,” said Dr. Sean Rafferty, Research Director for Pennsylvania Sea Grant. “Research projects that encourage solution-based results, contribute to enhanced water quality, and that lead to natural resource management strategies in Pennsylvania are highly desirable.”
Researchers in Pennsylvania are invited to submit pre-proposals for projects that focus on Pennsylvania’s coasts and watersheds within the Lake Erie watershed, and Susquehanna and Delaware River Basins. Deadline for pre-proposals is Friday, February 14, 2025.
Details about the research funding opportunity, resources for researchers, and previously funded research is available online.
The videos are available online via the program’s website, and YouTube Channel.
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[Posted: January 15, 2025] PA Environment Digest
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