Welcome to the Urban Ecosystems Stream!
We are a multidisciplinary research group that is a part of the University of Texas Freshman Research Initiative. We investigate how urbanization and climate change impact Austin’s waterways. Our research has identified sources of fecal bacteria within urban creeks and we have extracted and quantified a wide range of contaminants, including antibiotics, artificial sweeteners, and pesticides. Our lab also studies algal productivity and ecosystem metabolism in relation to flooding and species composition. We want to educate the public about the benefits of urban ecosystems and the threats they are currently facing.
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