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Research projects
Using brine flies (Ephydra spp) and western spotted orbweaver (Neoscona oaxacensis) to understand the trophic transfer of mercury from the Great Salt Lake into the adjacent terrestrial food web.
Understanding trophic and environmental factors driving Hg in penguin populations in southern Argentina
Research in collaboration with scientists in Argentina. See the publications page for our recent work.
Dr. Brasso's past research
Coming soon!
New project in collaboration with Dr. Hoagstrom beginning Summer 2024!
Though many students work with me on the Hg in the Great Salt Lake and stream invertebrates projects, others develop their own independent research projects. I am always willing to discuss potential research ideas!
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