Projects per year
Personal profile
Biography
Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Julia_Reiss
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=u0Sk5NkAAAAJ
Short CV
2022 – current Senior lecturer in Environmental Sciences (full time; University of Roehampton) and cohort lead
2016 - 2020 Programme convener for Biological Sciences, Zoology and their integrated Masters (University of Roehampton)
2013 – 2022 Senior lecturer in Freshwater Ecology (part-time, University of Roehampton)
2010 Lecturer in Freshwater Ecology (part-time, University of Roehampton)
2009 Postdoctoral Researcher (River Laboratory; QMUL)
2006 Postdoctoral Researcher (Queen Mary University of London)
2007 PhD in Freshwater Ecology (Queen Mary University of London)
Qualifications
PhD
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Research interests
I am a freshwater biologist with a particular interest in the taxonomy and ecology of aquatic fauna. In my research I combine ecological theory and environmental topics (for instance nutrient and chemical pollution of fresh waters) and focus on vulnerable taxonomic groups such as organisms that cannot be seen with the naked eye but that drive the bulk of ecosystem processes on our planet. For example, freshwater quality (i.e. the health of groundwater, lakes or rivers) is maintained by a community composed of mostly tiny organisms.
Teaching
I currently deliver Undergraduate (BSc) and Masters (MSc) level education in zoology, biology, study skills and statistics, with a specific focus on aquatic biology, animal biology, ecology, conservation, climate change and sustainability. I teach on these programmes:
Zoology
Biological Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
MSc by Research Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour
External positions
Fellow of the Linnean Society London, The Linnean Society of London
1 Jan 2019 → …
STEM ambassador, STEM Learning
2012 → …
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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PlasticUnderground - Integrated Cross-Sectoral Solutions to Micro- and Nanoplastic Pollution in Soil and Groundwater Ecosystems
Reiss, J., Robertson, A. & Perkins, D.
1/12/22 → 30/11/26
Project: Research
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Microplastics in Groundwater Ecosystems: A Global Impact Analysis (PlaStyx) Leverhulme Research Project
Robertson, A., Perkins, D., Reiss, J. & Krause, S.
1/01/22 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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Scaling Up Mitcham Zoo – digitisation and partnerships to explore using small exotic reptiles as companion pets for social prescribing
31/03/23 → 21/10/23
Project: Research
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Comparing community size patterns and food web structure in eutrophic temperate and sub-tropical freshwater systems. UKRI
1/01/14 → 31/12/14
Project: Research
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Correction: Danner et al. It More than Adds Up: Interaction of Antibiotic Mixing and Temperature.
Danner, M-C., Azams, S. O., robertson, A., Perkins, D. M., Behrends, V. & Reiss, J., 7 May 2022, In: Life.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Intermediate levels of predation and nutrient enrichment enhance the activity of ibuprofen degrading bacteria
Peralta-Maraver, I., Rutere, C., Horn, M. A., Reche, I., Behrends, V., Reiss, J. & Robertson, A., 16 Sept 2022, In: Microbial Ecology.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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It more than adds up: antibiotic mixing and temperature effects on bacteria
Reiss, J., 8 Aug 2022, SIL 100 Berlin Germany.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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It more than adds up: interaction of antibiotic mixing and temperature
Reiss, J., Perkins, D., Robertson, A. & Behrends, V., 8 Aug 2022.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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The Plastic Beneath our Feet - Relevance and Magnitude of Microplastics in Groundwater Systems
Reiss, J., 14 Dec 2022, AGU Chicago.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
Open Access
Activities
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Micro-organisms modulate micro-pollutants in aquatic ecosystems
Julia Reiss (Speaker)
31 May 2023Activity: Talk or presentation for an academic audience › Invited talk for an academic audience
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Micro-world solution for pollution in aquatic ecosystems
Julia Reiss (Speaker)
7 Jun 2023Activity: Talk or presentation for an academic audience › Invited talk for an academic audience
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Effects of antibiotics and temperature on freshwater microbes and invertebrates
Julia Reiss (Supervisor)
2015 → 2019Activity: Examinations › PhD Supervision
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STEM ambassador
Julia Reiss (Advisor)
1 Jan 2012 → …Activity: Public engagement and outreach › Contribution to the work of non-academic organisations