معرفی
Anusha Balangoda is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geology and Environmental Science at the University of Pittsburgh. Her work focuses on harmful algal blooms, nutrient dynamics, and aquatic ecosystem management.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental and Conservation Sciences, North Dakota State University
Research Interests:
Her research addresses environmental factors controlling cyanobacterial blooms, nutrient sources and roles in eutrophication, seasonal dynamics of harmful algal blooms, nutrient limitation, stoichiometric ratios, and toxin production in aquatic ecosystems.
Publications:
Her work spans 2006–2018, with articles analyzing artificial circulation impacts on eutrophic lakes, nitrate toxicity in amphibians, nutrient cycling in reservoirs, and water quality assessments in Sri Lanka and the Great Plains.
Professional Affiliations:
She is affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh through her teaching role and postdoctoral research, with a focus on environmental science education and aquatic system management.
