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Early in Earth's history, the atmosphere and oceans had no oxygen, high carbon dioxide, ammonia, methane and intense radiation. Through photosynthesis, algae changed all that. Algae are global players in repairing ecosystems and giving us energy
 (PSA, 2011)
Research performed in the Aquatic Ecology and Biotechnology Lab @ UOIT includes a unique hybrid of field and laboratory techniques. Both approaches are essential to effectively study the unseen world of microbes in aquatic and wastewater systems. If you are interested in learning more about what we do, please explore our website, or contact Dr. Kirkwood directly.


Red Deer
                River, AB






Last Updated 12-02-11