The role of morphology and size in the response of the phytoplankton to hydrodynamics
Research project
In this project we aim to investigate the interactions between phytoplankton organisms and turbulence under a variety of aquatic environments.
The primary aim of this study is to determine how the morphology (size, shape and structure) of the phytoplankton dictates how they become dominant under a variety of turbulent regimes. This information is crucial in furthering our understanding of how phytoplankton growth, productivity, sedimentation and species diversity are affected especially as climate change continues to alter the physical and chemical characteristics of our oceans.
Project overview
Project period:
Start date: 2016-10-01
Participating departments and units at Umeå University
