Microplastics Fingerprinting lead Philippe Van Cappellen awarded University Professor distinction

Philippe Van Cappellen, professor in the Earth and Environmental Sciences department and Canada Excellence Research Chair Laureate in Ecohydrology, has been appointed a University Professor by the University of Waterloo. This designation recognizes exceptional scholarly achievement and international pre-eminence, and once appointed, a faculty member retains the designation until retirement. Van Cappellen is the first Earth and Environmental Sciences professor to receive this honour. 

Professor Van Cappellen’s research combines experimental studies with field observations and theoretical developments to unravel the coupled processes that regulate water quality in soils, lakes, rivers, and groundwater. His impact is demonstrated not only by his extensive publication record, but also by the translation of his advances to guide environmnetal management; his contributions to professional service and community leadership; and his significant efforts to train and develop the next generation of diverse, interdisciplinary environmental scientists.