Alaska Sea Grant, established in 1970 as part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Sea Grant College Program, aims to support research, education, and extension activities. These efforts are designed to empower Alaskans in understanding, conserving, and using marine and coastal resources sustainably. The program operates with funding from federal and state appropriations, alongside contributions from local governments, agencies, community organizations, and the industry.
The grant program by Alaska Sea Grant encourages investigators across Alaska to submit proposals for one- to two-year research projects. These projects should address priority needs within the state and contribute to knowledge in one of four focus areas: Healthy Coastal Ecosystems, Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture, Resilient Communities and Economies, and Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development. The grant seeks to support initiatives that bolster the understanding, conservation, and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources.