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Chelsea M. Rochman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto. She earned her BSc from the University of California, San Diego, and her PhD from the Joint Program at San Diego State University and the University of California, Davis. Her research addresses fundamental and applied questions about anthropogenic pollutants in freshwater and marine ecosystems. Rochman's work investigates the sources, fate, and ecological implications of complex mixtures of contaminants in aquatic habitats, with a specific focus on microplastics. She employs tools from ecology, ecotoxicology, and environmental chemistry to understand the effects of contaminants on biological organization, populations, and communities. Through her research, she aims to bridge the gap between academia and management by collaborating with non-profit organizations and government agencies. Rochman is committed to ecological research that has practical management applications, particularly concerning the impacts of pollutants on aquatic ecosystems. She is currently accepting MSc and PhD students and encourages interested applicants to send their CV and academic materials for consideration.
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