University of British Columbia aquatic researchers receive $1M fellowships
VANCOUVER - Two University of British Columbia researchers are receiving $1 million each for projects focused on microscopic ocean organisms and toxic road runoff. Patrick Keeling, a botany professor, will study the microbial life in the ocean that scientists know little about, while Rachel Scholes, an assistant professor in environmental systems engineering, will examine toxic chemicals from tires and their impact on streams and human health.
Both researchers will receive funding for five years through the university's prestigious Wall Fellowships. Scholes is particularly excited about her work, which will focus on tire chemicals and small particles that harm salmon and humans. Keeling plans to partner with First Nations communities to teach youth about microbial diversity in their environments.
The university also awarded 19 graduate student and eight faculty research fellowships through its Peter Wall legacy fund.
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