Research in Aqueous Geochemistry

Robert F. Anderson Wallace S. Broecker Bärbel HönischPeter Schlosser H. James Simpson Martin Stute Taro Takahashi

The Aqueous Geochemistry group is concerned with a range of fundamental problems involving the oceans and continental water systems. Several members are broadly investigating the ocean circulation over a wide spectrum of spatial and time scales. This research relies on lively programs in both observation (mainly based on geochemical tracers) and in modeling. Transport of anthropogenic materials (e.g. pollutants) through continental water systems, and related topics pertaining to the sustainable use of freshwater resources is an area of active research. The ocean's role in the carbon cycle, both today and in the past, and especially its contribution to absorbing anthropogenic carbon dioxide is another area of special interest to members of the group.