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Paleontology/Paleoceanography

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Paleoceanography and Marine Sciences

Anthony Rathburn's research interests include the biogeochemistry and ecology of foraminifera (single-celled organisms) for applications in assessments of modern and paleoceanographic environments.  His current projects focus on the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of seafloor methane seep organisms (off Costa Rica, in Monterey Bay; at Hydrate Ridge off Oregon); trace metal composition of of biogenic carbonate in contaminated environments (Australia and Venice, Italy); the relationship between foraminiferal test (shell) morphology and oxygen availability (off California and elsewhere); the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of deep-sea foraminifera on the Australian margin and from oxygen minimum zones (off Costa Rica and California). His field work often includes the use of Alvin (manned submersible or Jason (remotely operated vehicle). He actively involves students in all of his research projects.


Biogeochemistry

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Anthony Rathburn's research interests include the biogeochemistry and ecology of foraminifera (single-celled organisms) in marine ecosystems. His current projects focus on the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of seafloor methane seep organisms (off Costa Rica, in Monterey Bay; at Hydrate Ridge off Oregon); trace metal composition of of biogenic carbonate in contaminated environments (Australia and Venice, Italy); the relationship between foraminiferal test (shell) morphology and oxygen availability (off California and elsewhere); the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of deep-sea foraminifera on the Australian margin and from oxygen minimum zones (off Costa Rica and California). His field work often includes the use of Alvin (manned submersible or Jason (remotely operated vehicle). He actively involves students in all of his research projects.


Geobiology

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Anthony Rathburn's research interests include the biogeochemistry and ecology of foraminifera (single-celled organisms) in marine ecosystems. His current projects focus on the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of seafloor methane seep organisms (off Costa Rica, in Monterey Bay; at Hydrate Ridge off Oregon); trace metal composition of of biogenic carbonate in contaminated environments (Australia and Venice, Italy); the relationship between foraminiferal test (shell) morphology and oxygen availability (off California and elsewhere); the ecology and stable isotope biogeochemistry of deep-sea foraminifera on the Australian margin and from oxygen minimum zones (off Costa Rica and California). His field work often includes the use of Alvin (manned submersible or Jason (remotely operated vehicle). He actively involves students in all of his research projects.


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 Educational Outreach and Community Engagement

Students in the Paleontology/Paleoceanography lab not only gain practical experience in oceanographic research and scientific writing but also have many opportunities to share their passion for science with the general public.

  • Woodrow Wilson Science Fair judges
  • ISU Science Camp
  • Ryan IU Talk?
  • Career Day
  • Public Talks

 

Department of Earth and Environmental Systems