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Philippe Van Cappellen is a Professor and Canada Excellence Research Chair Laureate in Ecohydrology at the University of Waterloo. He leads an interdisciplinary research team studying biogeochemical processes affecting water quality, ecosystem functions, and environmental change across diverse systems (soils, rivers, lakes, aquifers, coastal zones, urban watersheds). His work integrates laboratory experiments, field observations, and predictive modeling to address contamination, climate impacts, and sustainable water management.
Research Focus: Van Cappellen's research spans environmental/aquatic chemistry, biogeochemical cycling (carbon, nutrients), geomicrobiology, contaminant transport (metals, hydrocarbons), and reactive transport modeling. His group develops solutions for:
- Protecting groundwater/surface water resources
- Mitigating climate change effects on drinking water
- Managing risks to aquatic ecosystems
- Addressing agricultural pollutants
- Ensuring water security in megacities
Awards & Honors: Recognized globally with 27+ awards including:
- J. Tuzo Wilson Medal (2022)
- Fellow of Royal Society of Canada (2015)
- Fellow of American Geophysical Union (2021)
- Canada Excellence Research Chair (2011)
- Werner Stumm Medal (2015)
Teaching: Current courses include EARTH 322 (Ecohydrology) and EARTH 652 (Reactive Transport Modelling). He received the Excellence in Graduate Supervision Award (2020).
Affiliations: Cross-appointed to Biology; member of Water Institute, Waterloo Centre for Microbial Research, and Waterloo Climate Institute. Leads global initiatives like the IUGS Hydrogeology Working Group and Global Water Futures modeling team.
