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Dr. Linda Campbell is a Senior Research Fellow in Environmental Science at Saint Mary's University (Halifax, Nova Scotia), located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the L'nu. Her research focuses on understanding anthropogenic impacts on aquatic ecosystems, with particular emphasis on historical mining contamination, invasive species, and wetland remediation. She leads the Dynamic Environment & Ecosystem Health Research group, conducting transnational studies on metalloid bioaccumulation, biomonitoring techniques, and climate change adaptation strategies for contaminated sites.
Her work integrates environmental chemistry, aquatic ecology, and population health to address global challenges such as mercury biomagnification in food webs and ecosystem restoration. Key collaborations include the NSERC Alliance project on wetland remediation and partnerships with Atlantic Mining NS. Recent achievements include mentoring students like Samuel Sequeira (3MT competition finalist) and Dan Jewell (Georgia Pe-Piper Medal recipient).
Research interests span mine tailings analysis, invasive species ecology (e.g., Chinese mystery snails, crayfish), and the development of innovative remediation tools like nanoscale zero-valent iron blends. Publications highlight spatial patterns of contaminants, trophic dynamics in Patagonian lakes, and the ecological impacts of non-native species.
- Key Projects: 5-year wetland remediation partnership with Atlantic Mining NS, NSERC Alliance-funded research
- Lab Team: Supervises graduate students (MSc candidates) and undergraduates in fieldwork and lab-based studies
- Public Engagement: Active in science communication via media updates, conferences, and public outreach
Awards include the Georgia Pe-Piper Medal and multiple student recognitions. Her work bridges academic research with practical solutions for environmental sustainability and policy-making.
