Christine L. Gardiner
Appointments
Researcher - Chen Lab
Biography
My research focuses on the fate and transport of persistent pollutants in marine and freshwater ecosystems. Particularly, the bioaccumulation and uptake pathway of mercury and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances to determine their effect on food web dynamics and environmental health. Understanding these impacts is critical to set regulatory standards for drinking water limits and fish consumption advisories. I also have a passion for research translation and community outreach and run a series of citizen science initiatives where I am able to broaden scientific understanding and foster a dialog with the community. Outside of work I love all things outdoors—camping, hiking, surfing, skiing—and binge watching the latest true-crime docuseries.
Education
BS: University of Rhode Island
MS: Graduate School of Oceanography, URI
Publications
Gardiner, C., Robuck, A., Becanova, J., Cantwell, M., Kaserzon, S., Katz, D., Mueller, J., Lohmann, R. (2022). Field validation of a novel passive sampler for dissolved PFAS in surface waters. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry.
Katz, D., Sullivan, J., Rosa, K., Gardiner, C., Robuck, A., Lohmann, R., Kincaid, C., Cantwell, M. (2022). Transport and fate of aqueous film forming foam in an urban estuary. Environmental Pollution.
Costa, A., Schaider, L., Phillips, P., Kolpin, D., Furlong, E., Alvarez, D., Lohmann, R., Becanova, J., Gardiner, C., Robuck, A. and Tokranov, A., (2017). Evaluating land use impacts on contaminants of emerging concern in Cape Cod Bay estuaries. Massachusetts Bays and Estuarine Program.
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