This project is now in update mode. Check back regularly to see how things are progressing.
Help students do important research!
Help Yaritza, Melissa, and other students in the College of Science and Mathematics complete their research about algae HABS and the toxins they produce. You can help save our NJ water!
Want to learn more about harmful algal blooms?
Ignorance isn't bliss when it comes to your drinking and recreation water!
Yikes! Confirmed Cases!
Yikes! Confirmed cases of the bloom have been reported!
https://www.state.nj.us/dep/wms/bfbm/cyanoHABevents.html
Planning to head out to your local lake or pond tomorrow?
If you've got holiday plans that include NJ water, you may want to take a closer look at our project! Help us make the NJ water safer and healthier this holiday weekend!
$50
Microscopic Algae Photo
Get a personalized microscopic algae photo.
$100
Microscopic Algae Poster
Receive a custom and personalized microscopic algae poster.
$500
Sponsor A Lake
Have your New Jersey lake, river, or pond made a priority when the team heads out to collect algae. We will provide you with a list of algae found in the waterbody with microscopic algae photos.
$2,500
Field Experience
Side by side with scientist in the field, you’ll collect water and native species samples for testing to preserve biodiversity in your community.
$5,000
Apprentice to Dr. Wu
Behind the scenes lab tour with Dr. Wu, get a first-hand experience of the algae identification and culturing process.