While several projects were altered by the unpredictable circumstances this year, Dr. Cooke managed to continue collecting data by recruiting his kids, “Cooke and his kids turned their summer getaway into a productive scientific endeavour. The three boys were put … Read More
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CBC As It Happens provides a punny take on our recent carbonated beverages study
When the Cooke Lab conducts a study to test whether pouring carbonated beverages on fish to stop bleeding you can be guaranteed that the punny folks at CBC As It Happens will cover it perfectly! Have a listen, CBC Punny … Read More
The Ottawa Citizen reports on findings from our carbonated beverages study.
Carleton study suggests that Diet Coke does not go well with fish! Many anglers believed in the myth that pouring carbonated beverages over fish gills could prevent bleeding. However, this recent study reveals that pouring diet coke over fish gills … Read More
Dr. Cooke writes about the forthcoming cormorant hunt in Ontario
Dr. Cooke advocates for the importance of balanced ecosystems by highlighting the importance of bird-fish interactions, “The more we learn about bird-fish interactions the more we realize that birds play important roles in structuring fish communities. Did you know that … Read More
Cooke Lab surveys recreational anglers to understanding fishing habits during COVID 19
The Cooke lab surveys recreational anglers in attempt to understand how the pandemic has impacted angling behaviour, see https://www.manitoulin.ca/carleton-university-surveys-anglers-fishing-habits/
AquaTrax Learning awarded the 2020 Steve Zissou Award for Fisheries Education and Outreach
Last week at the annual GLATOS (Great Lakes Acoustic Telemetry Observation System) meeting in Michigan the team behind AquaTrax Learning was awarded the 2020 Steve Zissou Award for Fisheries Education and Outreach from GLATOS and the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. … Read More
New Discussion Paper: Exploring the Future of the Canadian Conference for Fisheries Research
The objective of this paper was to identify a mechanism to ensure the long-term stability of the Canadian Conference for Fisheries Research (or its spirit) in service of trainees and fisheries and aquatic science professionals in Canada.
Prepared by: Steven … Read More
Several Cooke Lab members including Dr. Cooke, Andrea Reid and Sarah Walton (recent graduate) attended the AFS annual meeting in Reno, Nevada.

Andrea Reid introduces the Riparia program to the @AmFisheriesSoc community. See riparia.ca supported by @NatGeo @NSERC_CRSNG

Sarah Walton-Rabideau discusses her research collaborations, experiences, and connections
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