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Brewster Conant Jr. serves as a Continuing Lecturer in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Waterloo, specializing in physical and contaminant hydrogeology with emphasis on groundwater-surface water interactions and innovative thermal tracing methodologies for interface flux quantification.
His academic credentials include a Doctorate (2001) and Master of Science (1991) in Earth Sciences from the University of Waterloo, and a Bachelor of Science in Geology-Physics/Mathematics from Brown University (1984).
Research focuses on groundwater discharge mechanisms to surface waters using temperature-as-tracer techniques (particularly thermal infrared surveys), contaminant transport in agricultural systems, field instrumentation development, and assessment of agricultural best management practices. His methodology integrates advanced field measurements with hydrological modeling to address complex water resource challenges, with increasing emphasis on Great Lakes groundwater interactions and educational applications.
Recent publications demonstrate consistent contributions to groundwater discharge quantification methods, agricultural hydrology, and science education pedagogy, with 2015 works addressing Great Lakes groundwater science policy, dual-degree student integration, and high school-to-university transition challenges in STEM education.
Key recognitions include:
- Faculty of Science Teaching Fellow (2012-2015)
- U.S. EPA National Notable Achievement Award nomination (2011)
- Ontario Graduate Scholarship (1999)
- AGU Outstanding Student Paper Award (1998)
As the department's inaugural Teaching Fellow, he pioneered an Earth science communications course adopted across university departments and developed frameworks for integrating international students and improving science communication skills. His professional service includes membership in The Water Institute and associations with APGO, GSA, AGU, and NGWA, reflecting commitment to both research excellence and educational innovation in hydrogeological sciences.
