Department
Rubenstein School of Environment & Natural Resources
Organization
University of Vermont
Email
breck.bowden@uvm.edu

Location

Burlington , Vermont 05405
United States

Bio

Dr. Bowden's research focuses on interactions between hydrological and biogeochemical processes, especially as these processes are influenced by land use practices and land cover characteristics at catchment scales. He works in two different but related areas. In Vermont, his research focuses on management of stormwater impacts from development on urban streams. In Alaska, his research focuses on understanding climate change impacts on arctic streams. In both areas his research is designed to improve the uptake and use of science knowledge by resource managers, policy makers, and community stakeholders.

Science Specialties

aquatic ecology, biogeochemistry, hydrology

Current Research

Biogeochemistry, benthic primary production, and hydrology of streams on the North Slope of arctic Alaska. Arctic LTER project at Toolik Lake. NSF/OPP project on aquatic/landscape research. Riparian and hyporheic dynamics. Roles of aquatic bryophytes in streams. Thermokarst influences on the arctic landscape.