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Freshwater Ecology Professors and Supervisors in United States
Professors in freshwater ecology in united states
3,066 professors found
University of Colorado Boulder
United States
Research Interests
Marine Biology
Botany
Algal Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Plant Systematics
University of Montana
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
Hydrology
Freshwater Ecology
Ecosystem Dynamics
Biogeochemistry
Associate Professor
Virginia Tech
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
Hydrology
Freshwater Ecology
Ecohydrology
Biogeochemistry
Center for Ecohydraulics Research University of Idaho Moscow ID USA
United States
Research Interests
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Freshwater Ecology
Surface Water
Water Resource Management
Professor of Research
University of Wisconsin-Madison
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
Environmental Chemistry
Freshwater Ecology
Ecohydrology
Nutrient Cycling
Assistant Professor
University of Nevada Reno
United States
Research Interests
Hydrology
Ecology
Freshwater Ecology
Ecohydrology
Nutrient Cycling
Research Professor
Purdue University
United States
Research Interests
Marine Biology
Ecology
Freshwater Ecology
Fish Ecology
Hypoxia Research
Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
Marine Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Algal Biology
Peatland Ecology
professor
University of Toledo
United States
Research Interests
Hydrology
Marine Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Fish Ecology
Surface Water
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University of South Florida
United States
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2 months ago
The Hydrological Remote Sensing Lab (HydroRS) at the University of South Florida is recruiting Ph.D. students for research in hydrological remote sensing starting Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. The lab works on interdisciplinary water resources research using satellite observations, remote sensing, AI/ML, and geospatial technologies to study the changing water cycle and water crises at regional to global scales. Example topics include hydrological extremes, trends and drivers of freshwater storage, h...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Remote Sensing
+7 more
2 months ago
Virginia Tech
United States
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1 month ago
Two fully funded PhD positions are available in the Agroecosystem Modeling Lab at Virginia Tech for Fall 2027 . The positions are supported by graduate research assistantships that include a stipend, tuition coverage, and benefits. The research spans two main areas: Agricultural Diversification and Grazing and Pasture Management . Topics include crop rotation, cover cropping, crop yield, soil health, greenhouse gas emissions, forage productivity, soil carbon, nutrient cycling, field observations...
Computer Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+10 more
1 month ago
University of New Mexico
United States
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2 months ago
New Mexico State University is advertising a PhD Graduate Research and Teaching Assistantship in Watershed Management and Water Resources through the Watershed Management and Water Quality Lab in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences. The project focuses on watershed hydrology , water quality , climate impacts , and the sustainable management of water-limited landscapes , with a strong emphasis on semi-arid ecosystems in the southwestern United States. Research in the group integrates proc...
Data Science
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+8 more
2 months ago
Living costs in United States
Estimated costs in United States.
MonthlyYearly | United States |
|---|---|
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | $3.0k $3,000/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | $1.5k $1,500/yr |
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | $800 $800/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | $12.0k $12,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Professor
University of Kansas
United States
Research Interests
Hydrogeology
Hydrology
Groundwater Modeling
Drought
Energy Economics
Assistant Professor
Illinois State University
United States
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Fish Ecology
Freshwater Ecology
Trophic Ecology
Associate Professor
Virginia Tech
United States
Research Interests
Hydrology
Environmental Economics
Groundwater Modeling
Water Resource Management
Water And Sanitation
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Should I email professors before submitting my PhD application?
Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
What should I include in my first email to a professor?
A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
How long should I wait before following up with a professor?
Typically 7–14 days. One polite follow-up is considered acceptable.
Is it better to send the same email to many professors?
No. Personalized emails that clearly match the professor’s research receive far better response rates.
Do I need a full research proposal when contacting professors?
Usually not initially — a short research summary is sufficient unless the professor specifically requests a full proposal.
