When saturated with excess nutrients, a body of water of water may suffer from reduced levels of oxygen and an unbalanced ecosystem. Could the solution to this problem be just below the water’s surface? Abby Lunstrum of University of Virginia will investigate whether oyster farming has the potential to reduce the harmful effects of nutrient enrichment by stimulating nitrogen loss in nearby sediment. Findings will be presented to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration employees and may help inform domestic and international oyster farming policies.
Fellow: Abby Lunstrum (University of Virginia)
Advisor: Karen McGlathery (University of Virginia)
Outreach Mentor: Suzanne Bricker (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association)
