Mark A Teece

My research interests are in the biogeochemistry of coral reefs and environmental chemistry.

We are interested in the biogeochemistry of marine and freshwater systems. In particular, we are intrigued by carbonate systems including coral reefs and freshwater microbialites.

We use chemical and geochemical methods to understand the complex relationships in aquatic systems.

Projects

• Freshwater microbialites
  • We are investigating how these unusual structures form. Microbialites are a complex consortium of bacteria, cyanobacteria, and plants growing together.
• Coral reef sediments
  • How do sediments in coral reef ecosystems provide nutrition for coral species?
• Nitrogen released from septic systems
  • How much nitrogen do leaking septic systems contribute to the production of harmful algal blooms in lakes?
• Water quality in the Old Erie Canal
  • The Old Erie Canal completed in 1825 crosses Central New York. Historically, the water in the canal was unpleasant and unsightly! Today’s canal supports fish populations and recreational uses. We are interested in approaches to increasing water quality in this National Historical resource.