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Biography
PhD Freshwater Science, Ulster University, 1997
MSc Applied Environmental Sciences, Queen’s University Belfast, 1994
BSc Biological Sciences, Ulster University, 1993
Research Interests
Richard is a freshwater scientist, interested in the movement and toxicity of contaminants in freshwater systems. His research has focused on the distribution of heavy metals in lakes and the effect of metals on the aquatic ecosystem. The risks of heavy metals from long-range transboundary pollution has been recognised as an important factor affecting ecosystems and the human population. A clear understanding of metal biogeochemical cycles is vital to help implement cuts in global emissions.
Teaching Interests
Richard teaches on a range of undergraduate and postgraduate modules on the geography and environmental science degree programme. He is Course Director for the MSc in Environmental Toxicology & Pollution Monitoring.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Keywords
- GB Physical geography
- freshwater
- resuspension
- lakes
- rivers
- sediments
- GE Environmental Sciences
- biogeochemical
- toxicology
- metals
- pesticides
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The Applicability of the Distribution Coefficient, KD, Based on Non-Aggregated Particulate Samples from Lakes with Low Suspended Solids Concentrations
Gormley-Gallagher, A. M., Douglas, R. W. & Rippey, B., 22 Jul 2015, In: PLoS ONE. 10, 7, p. 1-15 e0133069.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Metal to phosphorus stoichiometries for freshwater phytoplankton in three remote lakes
Douglas, R., 20 Dec 2016, (Published online) In: PeerJ. 4Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Comparative chemical sensitivity between marine Australian and Northern Hemisphere ecosystems: Is an uncertainty factor warranted for water‐quality–guideline setting?
Hagen, T. & Douglas, R., 6 Feb 2014, In: Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry. 33, 5, p. 1187-1192Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access11 Citations (Scopus) -
Environmental compliance assessment for the desulfurization of sulfide mine waste tailings: A case study of Ok Tedi Mine, Papua New Guinea
Kiwingim, W., Gormley, A., Douglas, R. & Arnscheidt, J., 1 Apr 2024, In: Environmental Challenges. 15, p. 1-8 8 p., 100875.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The spatial and temporal dynamics of sediment phosphorus attenuation and release in impacted stream catchments
Li, S., Arnscheidt, J., Cassidy, R., Douglas, R. W., McGrogan, H. J. & Jordan, P., 15 Oct 2023, In: Water Research. 245, p. 1-12 12 p., 120663.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile5 Citations (Scopus)22 Downloads (Pure)