Photo Credit: Anna Wade

Physical Scientist
​U.S. Geological Survey

About Me:

Cathy Chamberlin

I am an aquatic ecosystem ecologist interested in the ways that patterns in the physical environment in both time (e.g. seasons, days, tides, lunar cycles, etc.) and space (e.g. river networks and patterned landscapes) impact ecosystem processing of nutrients. My research has used both experimentation and big ecological data to investigate how these physical patterns in time affect biogeochemical processing and create temporal  and spatial patterns in aquatic ecosystem structure and function. I am also a teacher, enjoying engaging students of all ages in environmental education in both formal (e.g. classroom) and informal (e.g. museum) formats. My teaching style emphasizes student active learning using data, images, and physical interaction with the outdoors when appropriate. When out of the office, I can often be found hiking, taking dance classes, or gardening.