Welcome to the Abbott Lab of Ecosystem Ecology
We research how human activity affects the water and nutrient cycles that sustain all life on Earth. Our current projects investigate water chemistry in river networks undergoing permafrost degradation in Alaska, nutrient pollution in agricultural and urban landscapes around the world, and interactions among people, wildfire, and water quality in the Utah Lake watershed. We also use expert assessment methods to explore how sub-sea permafrost, air pollution, wildfire, and water security respond to environmental changes.
We are always looking for creative and motivated students to help address these important environmental and societal issues. Click here to find out how to join the team!
Announcements:
- Our COVID-19 reports are now out. Click on the "Public reports" tab or access the mask report or schools report directly.
- Our report on the health impacts and economic costs of air pollution in Utah is now out. Visit the air pollution page. or click here for the PDF.
- We are recruiting 3 MS, PhD, or postdocs to work on our Megafire, Permafrost, and Resilience projects. Click here to find out how to apply!
Brigham Young University
Department of Plant and Wildlife Sciences
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