Field Notes with PWSSC

Prince William Sound Science Center
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Field Notes with PWSSC is a bite-sized science podcast from the Prince William Sound Science Center exploring the people, research, and ecosystems of Prince William Sound and the Copper River Basin. From marine life and fisheries to climate change and conservation, each episode delivers fascinating insights from the front lines of science in Alaska. Whether you're a lifelong Alaskan, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about the natural world, Field Notes with PWSSC offers an accessible window into the research shaping our understanding of one of the planet's most dynamic environments.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Herring Research and Monitoring in Prince William Sound

    Can scientists uncover the secrets of a fish population without harming the fish themselves? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Kevin Boswell of Florida International University to discuss innovative non-lethal sampling techniques being used to study Pacific herring in Prince William Sound. By collecting valuable biological information while minimizing impacts on the fish, researchers are gaining new insights into the factors that influence herring survival, health, and population trends. Dr. Boswell takes us behind the scenes of this research, explaining how these methods work and how the data they provide are helping scientists better understand the complex environmental and biological forces shaping Prince William Sound’s herring population. Tune in to learn how cutting-edge science is helping researchers answer some of the biggest questions about one of Alaska’s most important forage fish species. Note: Season 1 features episodes from 2015–2025 as we work to bring our podcast archive to major podcast platforms. These episodes were previously available only on our website, and we're excited to make them easier to discover and enjoy. Thanks for joining us on the journey!

    6 min

  2. Jun 25

    Humpback Feeding Habits

    In this 2015 interview with Gulf Watch Alaska's John Moran from Juneau, Alaska, John discusses how humpback whale feeding habits were affecting herring populations of the Prince William Sound. John touches on various research methods used to identify what humpbacks are eating. Listeners will also get to hear hydrophone footage of a school of herring escaping humpback whales. Note: Season 1 features episodes from 2015–2025 as we work to bring our podcast archive to major podcast platforms. These episodes were previously available only on our website, and we're excited to make them easier to discover and enjoy. Thanks for joining us on the journey!

    5 min
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About

Field Notes with PWSSC is a bite-sized science podcast from the Prince William Sound Science Center exploring the people, research, and ecosystems of Prince William Sound and the Copper River Basin. From marine life and fisheries to climate change and conservation, each episode delivers fascinating insights from the front lines of science in Alaska. Whether you're a lifelong Alaskan, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about the natural world, Field Notes with PWSSC offers an accessible window into the research shaping our understanding of one of the planet's most dynamic environments.

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  • Creator
    Prince William Sound Science Center
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Prince William Sound Science Center
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    Field Notes with PWSSC