Kristin Judd

Kristin Judd is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Eastern Michigan University, with affiliations in the Environmental Science and Society (ENVI) Interdisciplinary Program. Her research bridges terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, focusing on biogeochemical cycles and anthropogenic impacts on natural systems.

Her educational background includes:

• BA, Dartmouth College, 1995
• MS, University of Michigan, 1998
• PhD, University of Michigan, 2004

Professor Judd's research centers on ecosystem ecology and biogeochemistry, with emphasis on:

• Organic matter dynamics and nutrient cycling in watersheds
• Linkages between land and water systems
• Impacts of invasive species (e.g., Phragmites), road salt, microplastics, and pharmaceuticals
• Carbon/nitrogen budgets in freshwater and coastal ecosystems

Her work employs field and laboratory approaches to understand environmental change effects on ecosystem structure.

Analysis of her publications reveals consistent focus on anthropogenic stressors in freshwater ecosystems, including invasive species management in Great Lakes wetlands, pollution impacts (road salt, microplastics, pharmaceuticals), and biofilm dynamics. Research spans local Michigan watersheds to arctic tundra systems, highlighting terrestrial-aquatic interconnections.

Professor Judd leads the Judd Lab, conducting ecosystem dynamics research and training students. She teaches courses including Ecology, Limnology, and Wetland Ecosystems at undergraduate and graduate levels.