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Securing its Future with the Navajo Nation's Historic Water Rights Settlement in Arizona

The Navajo Nation is on the verge of finalizing a water rights settlement in Arizona, marking the culmination of a lengthy negotiation process that spans several decades. This historic agreement…

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Striving for Water Equity in the Navajo Nation

This article/story covers activity that took place before June 27, 2025, when Ohio Senate Bill 1 took effect.

The residents of the Navajo Nation, amidst Arizona's picturesque landscapes, embody the…

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Redefining the Natural Water Towers: The Overlooked Lifelines of Africa

Africa faces significant challenges related to water scarcity, with its vast population having access to a fraction of the world's freshwater resources. Despite this, the continent is home to…

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America's Water Crisis

The United States faces significant freshwater challenges due to pollution, population growth, climate change, and engineering. While only 2.5% of Earth's water is freshwater, nearly all is…

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Algal Research Report Features Integrated Agency-University Collaboration

Maureen Langlois

Scientists in multiple disciplines at The Ohio State University are delivering solutions to potential health problems and industry concerns associated with harmful algal…

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Phosphorus ‘Signatures’ Help Managers Understand, Mitigate Harmful Algal Blooms

Researchers at The Ohio State University are investigating new techniques to detect organic phosphorus compounds in water samples from the Lake Erie watershed. Their…

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New App Helps Farmers Plot Farm Management Decisions

Maureen Langlois

A new app from The Ohio State University allows growers to compare the effectiveness of different management decisions within fields. The aim, in part, is to improve…

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EVENT: Harmful Algal Bloom Research at Stone Lab

Maureen Langlois

Justin Chaffin, Research Coordinator and Senior Researcher at Ohio State’s Stone Laboratory, will discuss several ongoing research projects at October’s Water Management…

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EVENT: Harmful Algal Blooms Workshop In Toledo To Discuss Health Impacts

Maureen Langlois

GWI Faculty Advisory Committee member Jiyoung Lee will co-lead a workshop for health professionals on the front lines of harmful algal blooms in Toledo, Ohio next month…