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Rachel Ann Foster is a Professor at the Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences within Stockholm University. Her research focuses on marine phytoplankton symbioses and their roles in nitrogen and carbon cycling in ocean ecosystems.
- PhD in Coastal Oceanography (Stony Brook University, 2000-2004)
- MSc in Marine and Environmental Biology (Stony Brook University, 1996-2000)
- BS in Biology (University of New Hampshire, Marine and Freshwater Biology focus)
Research highlights include:
- Investigating diatom-cyanobacteria symbioses in open-ocean nutrient cycles
- Studying transposon roles in nitrogen-fixing cyanobacteria
- Modeling microbial lifestyles ('lebensformen') and their impact on community structure
She leads the Group Foster and utilizes advanced microscopic techniques like nanoSIMS 50L alongside molecular assays to study planktonic partnerships.
Scientific Awards
- Wallenberg Academy Fellow
Her work is supported by grants from:
- Swedish Research Council (VR)
- Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation
- National Science Foundation
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