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Dr. Wu’s research focuses on human impacts on aquatic ecosystems, such as impacts of urban development on rivers and watersheds. Wu’s team studies water chemistry, soil chemistry, hydrology, geomorphology, pathogen indicators, aquatic flora and fauna, and riparian habitat. This research extends to watershed management, nonpoint source pollution reduction, storm water management and green infrastructures. Green infrastructures include an array of practices that use or mimic natural systems to better manage storm water runoff. Dr. Wu is currently working on flood prevention/mitigation strategies for NJ vulnerable communities. Green infrastructures are often included in the design for storm water management and flood prevention.
Her research emphasizes on sustaining biodiversity via rebuilding habitat connectivity and controlling invasive species. Due to high human population density and dense urban development, wildlife habitats are fragmented and/or destroyed. Extensive road network has been shown to create complete barriers to wildlife movement and cause mortality of wildlife. Dr. Wu’s research identifies and prioritizes wildlife crossing/mortality hotspots for mitigation planning to restore habitat connectivity and for the long-term persistence of wildlife species.
Exotic species invasion is a global environmental problem associated with increasing human activity, which causes significant global ecological and economic consequences. Dr. Wu’s research examines the impacts of exotic species introduction at population, community and ecosystem levels, efficacies of invasive management strategies, as well as development of new technologies to control invasive populations. Currently, Dr. Wu is working on development of ultrasonic treatment devices for invasive species management and disinfection.
Globally, wetlands are disappearing at an alarming rate. Dr. Wu’s research interests extend to wetland ecology, management, restoration, and impacts of global climate change on wetlands. Scientific evidence suggests that anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases are having a discernible effect on the global climate, including acceleration of global temperature and sea-level rise. Dr. Wu’s research studies the role of wetlands in global climate change. Do wetlands produce a surplus of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere or retain them? Are wetlands acting as carbon sinks or carbon sources? Should wetland construction be used in exchange for carbon credits? Moreover, with sea-level rise, there could be substantial loss of floodplain and coastal wetlands. Conversely, many terrestrial ecosystems today may be flooded and become wetlands in the future. Invasive species, insects and pathogens may increase their competitive ability, expand their distribution ranges and move poleward, outcompete native species and occupy the newly developed wetlands. Dr. Wu’s research investigates the impacts of global climate change on wetland distribution, biogeochemical cycles, structure and dynamics, and ecosystem functions and services.
Research interests
Focuses on human impacts on aquatic ecosystems, such as impacts of urban development on rivers and watersheds, and studies water chemistry, soil chemistry, hydrology, geomorphology, pathogen indicators, aquatic flora and fauna, and riparian habitat. This research extends to watershed management, nonpoint source pollution reduction, storm water management and green infrastructures.
Scholarly Interests
Watershed management, nonpoint source pollution reduction, storm water management and green infrastructures.
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Expert on ecological restoration, invasive species, and the Passaic (NJ) River.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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MRI: Track 1: Acquisition of a Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer for Advancing Research and Education at Montclair State University
Wu, M. S. (CoPI), Goodey, N. (CoPI), Gao, J. (CoPI), Catalano, J. (PI) & Hirscher, N. (CoPI)
1/09/23 → 31/08/26
Project: Research
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MRI: Acquisition of a High-Resolution Accurate-Mass Orbitrap LC-MS System at Montclair State University
Gao, J. (CoPI), Wu, M. S. (CoPI), Goodey, N. (CoPI), Deng, Y. (CoPI) & Rotella, D. (PI)
1/08/21 → 31/07/24
Project: Research
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MRI: Acquisition of a Dynamic Imaging Particle Analyzer for Characterization of Particulate Matters in Engineered and Natural Water Systems at Montclair State University
Deng, Y. (PI) & Wu, M. S. (CoPI)
1/08/18 → 31/07/21
Project: Research
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ANIMAL PRODUCTION SYSTEMS: SYNTHESIS OF METHODS TO DETERMINE TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE SUSTAINABILITY FROM FINDINGS OF REDUCTIONIST RESEARCH
Wu, M. S. (PI), Barrett, K. (CoPI) & Ogejo, J. J. (PI)
1/10/10 → 30/09/18
Project: Research
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Collaborative research: Greenhouse gas balance of urban temperate wetlands
Wu, M. S. (PI)
1/09/10 → 31/08/13
Project: Research
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An investigation of cyanobacteria, cyanotoxins and environmental variables in selected drinking water treatment plants in New Jersey
Hsu, T. T. D., Acosta Caraballo, Y. & Wu, M., 15 Jun 2024, In: Heliyon. 10, 11, e31350.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Identification of Cyanobacteria for Harmful Algal Blooms Research Using the YOLO Framework
Li, B., Serrano, K., Mazzaro, M., Wu, M., Wang, W. & Zhu, M., 2023, 2023 IEEE 14th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference, UEMCON 2023. Chakrabarti, S. & Paul, R. (eds.). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., p. 407-415 9 p. (2023 IEEE 14th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference, UEMCON 2023).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Predicting Fecal Indicator Bacteria Using Spatial Stream Network Models in A Mixed-Land-Use Suburban Watershed in New Jersey, USA
Hsu, T. T. D., Yu, D. & Wu, M., Mar 2023, In: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 20, 6, 4743.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Understanding the factors affecting the quantity and composition of street litter: Implication for management practices
Rossi, A., Wu, M., Wolde, B. T., Zerbe, K. W., David Hsu, T. T., Giudicelli, A. & Da Silva, R., Mar 2023, In: Heliyon. 9, 3, e14245.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Trace Element Accumulation in Two Turtle Species, Malaclemys terrapin and Chelydra serpentina, in New Jersey, USA
Hillenbrand, M., Wu, M., Braeuer, S., Goessler, W. & Li, X., Apr 2022, In: Biological Trace Element Research. 200, 4, p. 1844-1853 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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New Jersey’s Animal Crossings Protect Our Wildlife From Dangerous Traffic
9/10/24
1 item of Media coverage
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Media Resources for Earth Day 2024: Experts on Climate Change, Sustainability, Environmental Issues
Galster, J., Wu, M. S., Tuininga, A. & Schuler, M.
28/03/24
1 item of Media coverage
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MEDIA RESOURCES FOR EARTH DAY 2024: EXPERTS ON CLIMATE CHANGE, SUSTAINABILITY, ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Galster, J., Wu, M. S., Tuininga, A. & Schuler, M.
28/03/24
1 item of Media coverage
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MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY'S COMMITMENT TO CREATING LASTING CHANGE
Williams, J., Wu, M. S., Garcia-Reid, P., Lorenzo Trueba, J., Reid, R., Lieberman, L. & Peterka-Benton, D.
14/04/23
1 item of Media coverage
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