Environmental Biogeochemistry
Biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous and other elements are fundamental for life on Earth. These biogeochemical cycles have been altered by human activities, resulting in environmental challenges such as global warming, eutrophication, or heavy metal pollution.
Fundamental understanding of the biogeochemical cycles, and how they are coupled, is vital in order to both understand and mitigate the consequences of human perturbations. We will in this course explore different biogeochemical cycles, focusing on terrestrial and aquatic systems, and discuss how they interact and are linked to human activities.
Topics included:
- Overview of the foundations of biogeochemical cycles (e.g., redox chemistry, energy metabolism)
- Biogeochemical cycles of different elements such as carbon, macro- and micronutrients and heavy metals in soil, inland and ocean waters, sediments and the lower atmosphere
- Interactions between biogeochemical cycles of different elements and their implications
- Key anthropogenic environmental perturbations and their interactions with biogeochemical cycles
- Effects of natural processes and perturbations on the fate and bioavailability of pollutants
- Introduction to isotopes – key tools to study biogeochemical cycles
Information for admitted students spring 2025
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Fundamental understanding of the biogeochemical cycles, and how they are coupled, is vital in order to both understand and mitigate the consequences of human perturbations. We will in this course explore different biogeochemical cycles, focusing on terrestrial and aquatic systems, and discuss how they interact and are linked to human activities.
Topics included:
- Overview of the foundations of biogeochemical cycles (e.g., redox chemistry, energy metabolism)
- Biogeochemical cycles of different elements such as carbon, macro- and micronutrients and heavy metals in soil, inland and ocean waters, sediments and the lower atmosphere
- Interactions between biogeochemical cycles of different elements and their implications
- Key anthropogenic environmental perturbations and their interactions with biogeochemical cycles
- Effects of natural processes and perturbations on the fate and bioavailability of pollutants
- Introduction to isotopes – key tools to study biogeochemical cycles
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Course structure
Teaching format
The course includes lectures as well as exercises and seminar workshops where the students take an active role in e.g. scientific literature review and classroom discussions. Participation in exercises and seminars is compulsory.
Assessment
Assessment takes place through a written exam.
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Your rights and responsibilities as a studentExaminer
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Scientific literature will be provided during the course.
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Course reports
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