Andrea Kirkwood
PhD
Professor
Biological Science
Faculty of Science
A research and teaching focus in the field of environmental biology.
Contact information
Science Building
- Room 4053
North Oshawa
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON L1G 0C5
905.721.8668 ext. 3622
andrea.kirkwood@ontariotechu.ca
https://kirkwoodlab.weebly.com/
Research topics
- Algae
- Aquatic Plants
- Aquatic Foodwebs
- Aquatic Ecology
- Invasive Species
- Water Quality
- Urban Ecology
- Stormwater Ponds
Areas of expertise
- Algae
- Environmental Microbiology
- Invasive Species
- Urban Ecology
- Aquatic Ecosystems
Background
Andrea Kirkwood completed a joint-honours Bachelor degree in Environment and Resource Studies & Biology (Co-op) at the University of Waterloo, a Master's degree in Aquatic Ecology at McMaster University, and a Doctorate in Environmental Microbiology at the University of Toronto. Andrea conducted postdoctoral studies at Oklahoma State University and the University of Calgary prior to joining the Faculty of Science at Ontario Tech University. Andrea is a Professor in the Biological Science (undergraduate) and Applied Bioscience (graduate) programs and a Research Excellence Chair in Urban Water (2023 – 2025). In addition to research and teaching, Andrea is actively involved in community-based environmental stewardship initiatives.
Education
- BES University of Waterloo 1994
- MSc McMaster University 1996
- PhD University of Toronto 2003
Courses taught
- BIOL 3620 Conservation Biology
- BIOL 4010 Introduction to Environmental Research Methods
- BIOL 4660 Aquatic Ecology: Concepts and Environmental Applications
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APBS 6010G Research in Applied Bioscience