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Rolf Vinebrooke is a Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, specializing in Biological Sciences. His research focuses on the cumulative impacts of multiple environmental stressors on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, particularly in mountain, boreal, and arctic lakes. He investigates the ecological mechanisms that regulate ecosystem resistance and recovery from stressors such as climate change, nitrogen deposition, ozone depletion, increased ultraviolet-B radiation, and invasive species. His methodologies include lake and pond surveys, time-series analysis, whole-lake studies, paleolimnology, and mesocosm experiments. He also conducts experimental re-introductions of extirpated species to determine effective restoration strategies for damaged freshwater ecosystems. Additionally, he examines terrestrial inputs that may enhance the productive capacity of boreal mountain lakes.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Specializes in the cumulative impacts of environmental stressors on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management