
Courses Most Commonly Taught
- BIOL 101, Basic Biology
- BIOL 107, Principles of Biology
- BIOL125, Topics in Biology (Plants and Society)
- BIOL 140, Intro to Watershed Ecology
- BIOL 141, Advanced Watershed Ecology
- BIOL 206, Botany
- BIOL 432, Ecosystems
- BIOL 450, Senior Seminar “Understanding Novel Environmental Contaminants”
- BIOL 499, Independent Studies
Areas of Expertise
My research focuses on the effect of human impact and natural disturbances on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem function. I am examining how changing forest structure (due to climate change, pest invasions, acid deposition, and restoration) alters stream nutrient dynamics and metabolism. I also am working to understand how natural disturbances (i.e., hurricanes, landslides), and novel contaminants (pharmaceuticals and personal care products) both alter aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem function. My work addresses these issues in watersheds and streams located in natural and agricultural areas and urban centers.