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Edward B. SwainAdjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology Fields of InterestEffects of air pollution on lakes, fish and wildlife ResearchMy research focuses on the effect of air pollutants on the ecology of lakes and associated fish and wildlife. Issues include mercury and semi-volatile organic (PCBs, dioxins) contamination, acid rain, eutrophication due to atmospheric deposition of phosphorus and nitrogen, atmospheric transport of heavy metals, and global climate change. At the Pollution Control Agency I serve as chair of the Mercury Task Force and help investigate the environmental impact of releases of mercury due to manufacturing, waste disposal, and energy production. I am interested in conducting and promoting additional research on the effects of mercury contamination on the health and reproduction of fish, mink, otter, loon and other piscivorous animals. Selected Publications
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