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

M.S. - Biology
Loyola University Chicago

B.S. - Environmental Biology
University of Dayton

News Releases

Aerial view of a university campus at sunrise with the sun low on the horizon of Lake Superior, casting warm light over buildings, trees, and a large body of water.

Science Meets Public Service with New Minnesota Sea Grant Fellows

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.