by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Helical Anchor Performance Analysis The proposed project, entitled Helical Anchor Performance Analysis, is a study of helical anchor installation processes and strength testing under a variety of bottom type and loading conditions. Helical anchors are a... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Developing Hybrid Oyster Seeds for Alaska Shellfish Growers Oyster farming in Alaska relies on seeds produced using broodstock that have not been optimized for growth in Alaska. This practice can result in inconsistent yield performances of farmed oysters that hinder... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Design and comprehensive planning of an Alaskan optimized intermodal freight container based shellfish setting and pre-nursery seed boosting system Optimizing aquatic farm gear to reduce labor and increase oyster growth and yield is a goal for many Alaskan oyster... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Building capacity for gametophyte generation and direct seeding techniques for the commercial kelp species Saccharina latissima (Sugar kelp) in Alaska The hatchery stage is crucial for the success of cultivated kelp, where juvenile kelp are reared under artificial... by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Building a shipping route: Cost-reducing methods to transport stabilized kelp from Alaska to market Alaska has enormous potential to support the growing domestic kelp farming industry thanks to its expansive coastline, government support, seafood industry... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Building a product bridge: Cost-effective primary stabilization for transportation of Alaska kelp to market Alaska has enormous potential to support the US’s growing seaweed farming industry thanks to its expansive coastline, support from the state government, and... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 6, 2024
Assessing Optimal Infrastructure and Seeding Approaches for Large-Scale Cultivation of Bull Kelp Sea Quester Farms is dedicated to advancing commercially viable, food-grade bull kelp cultivation practices through field trials conducted at our farm site near Juneau,... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 5, 2024
Evaluating Infrastructure and Seeding Methods for Scalable Bull Kelp Cultivation Sea Quester Farms aims to further develop food-grade, commercially viable bull kelp cultivation techniques through trials conducted at our farm site near Juneau, AK. The proposed... 
by Jessica Whitney | Dec 5, 2024
Spatial and Temporal Variability of Carbohydrate Compositions in Cultivated Alaria marginata, Nereocystis luetkeana, and Saccharina latissima This study aimed to determine spatial and temporal patterns of commercially valuable carbohydrate compositions among commonly... 
by Jessica Whitney | Jul 10, 2024
Bull Kelp Buoyancy Assessment Kelp farm anchoring systems are the most important and expensive component of a farmer’s investment. Balancing costs and efficacy for each unique farm site and species cultivated is critical for the sustainable growth of this industry....