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Applauding Michael Twiss, 2025 Outstanding Associate Editor! The Editor’s Awards recognize the essential role of peer review in maintaining the quality of JGLR, honoring exceptional support of the journal’s review process. We appreciate your impact!

Scott McNaught is the JGLR Outstanding Reviewer for 2025! The Editor’s Awards highlight the vital role of peer review in ensuring the quality of JGLR, honoring outstanding support of the journal’s review process. Thank you for your contributions!

Congratulations to Herbert Nakiyende on receiving the 2025 JGLR/Elsevier Student Award! Acknowledged for research on light-based small pelagic fishing in Lake Albert, advancing our understanding of fisheries management and community impacts.

Congratulations to Tyler Harrow-Lyle on receiving the 2025 JGLR/Elsevier Early Career Scientist Award! Recognized for leading the development of the first binational dreissenid mussel biomass map for Lake Erie—an important contribution to Great Lakes science.

Congratulations to the recipients of the Chandler-Misener Award! This award recognizes an outstanding article published in the Journal of Great Lakes Research. The authors were honored for their work on winter thermal structure across the Laurentian Great Lakes.

Get Your Science into the News 4:30–6:00 PM | Shannon’s Irish Pub Join us for an informal mixer with journalist Bryce Hoye (CBC Manitoba). Ask questions, learn how to pitch your research, and explore what makes science “news.” #connectedwaters26 #iaglr26

Ready to dive in at the IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference? Sign up to build new skills in our hands-on workshops. Most take place Wednesday afternoon, with select pre-conference options available. Spots are limited and filling fast—secure yours now: bit.ly/42QAlj3

Join us for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Social at the IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference! Connect, unwind, and build community beyond the sessions. All are welcome—come as you are. Go to the Four Waves portal for details (Things To Do/Social Events tabs). #connectedwaters26 #iaglr26

Explore the 2026 conference field trips—from the IISD Experimental Lakes Area to Lake Winnipeg. Experience hands-on science, connect with researchers, and see aquatic ecosystems up close. Spots are limited—register now!  bit.ly/4w5mC5m

🏃‍♀️ Lace up and explore Winnipeg with fellow conference attendees! Choose your Fun Run distance—3k, 5k, or 8k—along the river. 📍 Meet at the Hampton Inn lobby 🕓 4:00–5:45 PM Flat course. Great company. Possible sunshine…or snow. ☀️❄️ #connectedwaters26 #iaglr26

🎉 Students, this one’s for you! Join us at the Student Bingo Mixer for a fun, interactive night of networking, science-themed bingo, prizes, and new connections. 📍 King Head’s Pub, 120 King St. 🕗 8:00–10:00 PM 🍻 Refreshments + cash bar provided #connectedwaters26 #IAGLR26

Just released: the 2025 IAGLR Annual Report, “Steadfast Science in Changing Times.” From supporting students and publishing trusted science to advancing evidence-based policy, see how our community is shaping the future of Great Lakes research and beyond. bit.ly/4ua6Wwh

A reminder that all speakers, session chairs, presenters, & other attendees must register to attend the IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference. In-person and virtual options are available. Register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

The IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference has a terrific lineup of plenary speakers! To close out the series, Scott Higgins from the IISD Experimental Lakes Area & Alexis Kanu from the Lake Winnipeg Foundation. Don't miss out, register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

The IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference has a terrific lineup of plenary speakers! Next up, Joey Bernhardt from the University of Guelph & Irena Creed from the University of Toronto Scarborough. Don't miss out on joining us in Winnipeg. Register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

The IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference has a terrific lineup of plenary speakers! First up, Myrle Ballard from the University of Calgary. Don't miss out on joining us in Winnipeg. Register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

Explore the 2026 conference field trips—from the IISD Experimental Lakes Area to Lake Winnipeg. Experience hands-on science, connect with researchers, and see aquatic ecosystems up close. Spots are limited—register now!  bit.ly/4w5mC5m

FINAL DAY FOR STANDARD RATES! Join us in Winnipeg for the IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference! A multiple day showcase of inspiring global science centered on the theme, Connected Waters: Bridging Communities & Ideas. Register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

TOMORROW IS THE FINAL DAY FOR STANDARD RATES! Join us in Winnipeg for the IAGLR & SCAS-SCSA 2026 Joint Conference! A multiple day showcase of inspiring global science centered on the theme, Connected Waters: Bridging Communities & Ideas. Register today: bit.ly/414DAm6

Check out the current issue of the Journal of Great Lakes Research featuring salmonid fish, sediment-bound phosphorus, edible fish chemicals, information communication technology, and more. JGLR, vol. 52, issue 2: bit.ly/48jUbq0 #JGLR #GreatLakesSci