Anne Robertson

Professor Anne Robertson is a leading Environmental Scientist at the University of Roehampton's School of Life and Health Sciences, specializing in freshwater biodiversity, groundwater ecosystems, and microplastics impact. Her research integrates ecological, hydrological, and interdisciplinary approaches to address water quality, habitat restoration, and climate change challenges. She has secured major grants from the Leverhulme Trust, Environment Agency, and EU, focusing on projects like PlaStyx (microplastics in groundwater) and groundwater monitoring networks.

Her work spans over 30 years, with notable contributions to groundwater ecology, including defining geo-habitats for groundwater assessments and investigating hyporheic zone dynamics. She has supervised multiple PhD students exploring topics like groundwater fauna, antibiotic pollution, and river restoration. Collaborations include international projects in sub-tropical and temperate ecosystems, emphasizing global ecological challenges.

Key research themes include:

• Microplastic contamination in groundwater and its ecological consequences
• Climate change impacts on freshwater ecosystems
• Hyporheic zone processes and restoration
• Interdisciplinary frameworks for environmental law and policy

She actively engages in public outreach and policy advising, including contributions to the Rights of Nature initiative and groundwater monitoring frameworks. Her publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing ecosystem resilience, biodiversity conservation, and innovative monitoring techniques.