One of the keys to managing freshwater ecosystems is knowing where and how rivers flow. Stream gauges provide that information, but they are located predominantly in large perennial, or constantly flowing, waterways. However, researchers at The University of Alabama suggest that focusing on non-perennial streams and rivers, or waterways that dry on a regular basis,…
Antibiotics are widely used medications that can prevent or slow down the growth of bacteria in humans and animals. They can also be added to animal feed to improve growth rates and the effectiveness of the food. There are significant downsides to their widespread use. If antibiotics are misused or even counterfeited, they can damage…
Ditches are a common feature along roadways. The main purpose of these human-made conduits is to provide a path for stormwater to escape, but a University of Alabama researcher’s curiosity discovered a relatively unknown benefit: the removal of nitrogen. Dr. Corianne Tatariw’s daily commute from Mobile, Alabama, to Dauphin Island was filled with miles and…
Coastal areas are popular places to live and visit. Every summer, families load up their cars and head to the beach for a few days of relaxation. In Alabama, one destination is Dauphin Island, a small barrier island three miles south of Mobile Bay. When tourists arrive, they cross their fingers for good weather. All…
Marco Bonizzoni is an associate professor and director of graduate recruiting in The University of Alabama’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. He is also an Arts & Sciences Distinguished Teaching Fellow. Bonizzoni leads a group of graduate students that focuses on the design and characterization of supramolecular systems, which are complex chemical systems that extend…
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