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Implications of copper (Cu) on estuarine ecosystem functioning

Many antifouling paints, applied to ships’ hulls and other marine structures, contain copper (Cu) as an active ingredient. As a result many European waterways are becoming increasingly Cu contaminated. This work is investigating the effects of Cu on the microbial community structure of estuarine sediment.

Related publications

Shifts in the natural abundance δ13C signatures of estuarine PLFAs with increased copper

Who is working in this area?

Nia Gray

Andy Midwood

Barry Thornton

Daniel Mayor (Oceanlab)

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