Natalia Balashova

Natalia Balashova is a Senior Research Associate at the School of Environmental Sciences, University of East Anglia. Her work focuses on environmental impacts of land management practices, particularly pesticide transport and water quality. She holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences (2018-2022) and has professional experience in flood risk management and sustainable drainage systems.

• Education: BSc Geology (Saint Petersburg State University, 2005-2010), MSc Geology (Bowling Green State University, 2013-2015)
• Professional Roles: Assistant Flood Risk Officer (Norfolk County Council, 2017-2018), Geologist (Russian Geologic Research Institute, 2010-2013)

Research Interests:
- Impact of land use on aquatic environments
- Pollutant transport dynamics
- Climatic influences on pollutant persistence
- Geospatial applications in agriculture

Her recent publications investigate managed aquifer recharge systems, metaldehyde pesticide behavior in catchments, and microbial degradation mechanisms in soils. Collaborative work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water and responsible consumption.

Grants/Projects:

• Analysis of Neonicotinoids in Bure Marshes (Natural England, 2023-2024)