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From the Mississippi to the Gulf - Water Quality and Security

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Overview

Attend a congressional briefing exploring critical water quality issues from the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico. Gain insights from expert panelists on the current state of U.S. waterways, including the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Learn about key topics such as hypoxia, harmful algal blooms, coastal wetlands, and large marine ecosystems. Discover the tools and models used to monitor water quality, including the SPARROW model and isotope analysis. Hear from distinguished speakers including Michael McPhaden, Nancy Rabalais, Carol Kendall, and Larry McKinney as they discuss the importance of water monitoring for national health and prosperity.

Syllabus

Intro
Habitat
Water Quality
The Mississippi River
Hypoxia 101
Gulf of Mexico
Low Oxygen
Dead Zone
Harmful algal blooms
Coastal wetlands
Large marine ecosystem
hydrology 101
tools
Sparrow Model
Isotopes
Isotope Values
Carbon Model
Dr Larry McKinney
Nancy Rabelais
Carol Kendall

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