Welcome to the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, where our world-class faculty educate future leaders in fisheries and marine science. Our research addresses pressing issues in aquatic ecosystems from the Arctic to Antarctica. We invite you to explore our website and welcome any questions you may have.
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At the UAF College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, we challenge our students to explore academically, geographically and culturally. Our community of scholars provides opportunities for students to learn and conduct research in some of the most beautiful and pristine locations in the world.
New tools track freshwater fish in changing climate
Three new research tools will help scientists and the public better understand the effects of climate change on freshwater fish.
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Tracking Arctic lampreys, the Yukon River’s elusive “eels”
Little is known about the Arctic lamprey, a tasty, eel-like fish that swims up the longest river in Alaska.
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Melting glaciers will have mixed effects on Pacific salmon
The retreat of glaciers in western North America will likely lead to both positive and negative changes for Pacific salmon.
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New tools track freshwater fish in changing climate
June 25, 2020
Three new research tools will help scientists and the public better understand the effects of climate change on freshwater fish.
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COVID-19 harms Alaska mariculture industry
May 04, 2020
Alaska's mariculture industry laid off employees after COVID-19 health mandates sharply reduced revenue, according to a new Alaska Sea Grant survey.
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Sikuliaq to embark on limited research cruise in May
April 30, 2020
Special permission has been granted for a small team of researchers from the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences at the University of Alaska Fairbanks to collect water samples in the northern Gulf of Alaska.
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Upcoming events
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Fisheries and Ocean Sciences Seminar Schedule
Seminar schedule for fall 2020 will be posted in August.Sample schedule