Emily Johnson

Marine Technology Extension Associate
Emily Johnson portrait.

What I do for Sea Grant

As the Marine Technology Extension Associate I help connect emerging marine and environmental technologies with Minnesota communities, educators, and industries to build workforce capacity, foster public understanding, and enhance community resilience and safety. In this one-year position, I will primarily support a project to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of sonar data systems in Lake Superior using AI and integrated weather, maritime, and environmental data.

Education & Certification

Ph.D. - Zoology
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

M.S. - Zoology
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

B.S. - Fisheries and Wildlife
Michigan State University

Upcoming Events

A leaf floating on a running rocky creek, with a forest in the background.

Minnesota Stormwater Research Council Annual Meeting

News Releases

Juvenile golden shiners swim in a clear plastic aquarium with gravel, artificial plants, tubing, and an air stone. Longer option: Juvenile golden shiners swim near the surface of a clear plastic aquarium with gravel, artificial plants, tubing, and an air stone visible inside.

Minnesota student teams win top honors in 2026 Aquaculture Challenge

Duluth and Rochester schools earned grand-prize honors in the 2026 Aquaculture Challenge.

Research vessel "Lake Guardian" anchored in a lake.

Minnesota Educators Selected for Shipboard Science Immersion

Three Minnesota educators will trade their classrooms for a research vessel on Lake Superior this July.

Golden Shiner fish inside a large beaker. Credit: C. Dettmann/MNSG.

Student Job Opportunity: Aquaculture Lab Intern

Minnesota Sea Grant is seeking 1-2 Aquaculture Lab Interns, who will support Minnesota Sea Grant (MNSG) staff in implementing MNSG’s Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture program and focus area.