Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research

Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research Type: Educational Institution Parent organization: University of Michigan Employees: Executive: Dr. Gregory J. Dick, Director Budget: $53 million (2022-2027) Address: DANA, 440 Church St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Website: https://ciglr.seas.umich.edu Creation Legislation: Wikipedia: Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research

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Mission Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) aims to conduct cutting-edge research to support the management and conservation of the Great Lakes, in partnership with NOAA. Its mission is to provide scientific knowledge that enhances environmental, economic, and social sustainability in the Great Lakes region.

Services Research; Education; Outreach; Environmental Monitoring

Regulations

Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research (CIGLR) is a partnership between the University of Michigan, NOAA's Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory, and other regional universities and organizations. CIGLR focuses on interdisciplinary research to address critical environmental issues in the Great Lakes, including climate change, invasive species, and water quality.

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Mission

CIGLR's mission is to generate and disseminate research that supports the sustainable management of Great Lakes resources. This involves studying the lakes' physical, biological, and chemical processes, developing predictive models for environmental changes, and providing scientific solutions to stakeholders for the health of the Great Lakes.

Parent organization

CIGLR is hosted by the University of Michigan and works closely with the NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory (GLERL).

Legislation

CIGLR was established through a cooperative agreement with NOAA, rather than through specific legislation.

Partners

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
• University of Michigan
• Michigan State University
• Lake Superior State University
• Michigan Technological University
• Wayne State University
• University of Windsor

Number of employees

The number of employees specifically for CIGLR isn't detailed in the search results.

Organization structure

CIGLR's structure includes:

• Research Scientists who lead projects on various themes like climate change impacts and water quality.
• Postdoctoral Fellows contributing to research and receiving career training.
• Administrative and Support Staff managing operations and outreach.
• Regional Consortium involving multiple universities to expand research capabilities.

List of programs

• Observing Systems and Advanced Technology
• Invasive Species and Food-Web Ecology
• Hydrometeorological and Ecosystem Forecasting
• Climate and Ecosystem Modeling
• Education and Outreach Programs

Last total enacted budget

CIGLR received a five-year, $53 million renewal agreement in 2022 for its operations.

Leader

Dr. Gregory J. Dick serves as the Director of CIGLR.

Services provided

CIGLR conducts research on Great Lakes environmental issues, educates students and the public through various programs, develops environmental monitoring systems, and engages in outreach to translate scientific findings into actionable policy and management strategies.

Regulations overseen

CIGLR does not oversee regulations but supports NOAA's regulatory and policy efforts through its research.

Headquarters address

4040 Dana Building, 440 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1041, USA

Website

https://ciglr.seas.umich.edu

Wikipedia article

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