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Dr Christian Dunn

Senior Lecturer in Zoology / Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor / Director of Marketing

c.dunn@bangor.ac.uk

+44 1248 382098

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Dr Christian Dunn

View Dr Christian Dunn’s profile on the Bangor Research Portal

Overview

As the Associate Director of the Bangor Wetlands Group I research and teach on all aspects of wetland science. This includes wetland ecology, zoology, peatland biogeochemistry and carbon sequestration, and Constructed Treatment Wetlands (CTWs).

My interest in water quality also covers pharmaceutical waste and illicit drugs in our water systems. A project I led looking at illicit drugs at the Glastonbury Festival received international news coverage.

Another area of my research is plastic and microplastic pollution. In particular microplastic pollution in inland water systems and its potential removal using CTWs. Some of my research recieved international coverage when it was revealed, for the first time, that microplastics were present in all UK inland waters. I am the director of the Plastic Research Centre of Wales.

Alongside my teaching and research I am the Director of Marketing and Recruitment for the School of Natural Sciences and the College of Environmental Science and Engineering. As of 2021 I am also the Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor for Sustainability at Bangor University.

As a former journalist I still write regularly for a number of national publications and frequently appear on TV and radio news and current affair programmes.

I have done three TEDx talks and often give public talks on environmental issues to a wide variety of audiences.

Additional Contact Information

• Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor for Sustainability 

• Director of Marketing and Recruitment (SNS)

• Director of Marketing and Recruitment (CoESE)

• c.dunn@bangor.ac.uk

• 4th Floor Brambell Building

• +44 (0) 1248 382098

• Google Scholar | ResearchGate | LinkedIn

• @ChristianDunn

Dr Chritian Dunn is the Associate Director of the Bangor Wetlands Group and is an active researcher and lecturer in wetland science - in particular wetland ecology, peatland biogeochemistry, carbon sequestration and the use of constructed treatment wetlands. He is also the director of the Plastic Research Centre of Wales and has ongoing research projects looking at plastic and microplastic pollution.

In 2021 Dr Christian Dunn was appointed as the Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor for Sustainability at Bangor University, and is working on the sustainability strategy for the university.

An award-winning environmental campaigner and respected public speaker, Dr Chritian Dunn has given three TEDx talks and regularly appears on local and national TV, radio and press publications talking about environmental and climate issues. Being a former journalist he has written extensively for a range of leading newspapers and magazines.

Teaching and Supervision

In 2013 I established the Wetland Science and Conservation MSc – the only one of its kind in the UK. I now lecture on a variety of undergraduate modules, covering a wide range of topics from climate change science and statistical analysis to plant identification and writing for the press. I am the course director for Zoology with Climate Change Studies and module organiser of Life in Wetlands, and Science Communication Skills.

Every year I supervise around 15 undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD student projects.

Research Interests

I conduct research across a wide range of wetland science topics with a particular interest in wetland biogeochemical cycles, especially in-terms of how these can affect ecosystems, the wider environment and climate; wetland management and conservation practises, wetlands and climate change, and Constructed Treatment Wetlands (CTWs).

Another area of my research is plastic and microplastic pollution, with a particular emphasis on microplastics in inland water systems and the use of wetlands to remove them.

Postgraduate Project Opportunities

I am interested in supervising students interested in all areas of wetland science, wetland ecology and Constructed Treatment Wetlands (CTWs). I am also actively recruiting students interested in plastic and microplastic pollution.

Publications

2022

  • PublishedBritain’s first wetland ‘super reserve’ offers boost to nature-based solutions to climate change
    Dunn, C., 7 Jun 2022, The Conversation.
    Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
  • PublishedElucidating the surface macroplastic load, types and distribution in mangrove areas around Cebu Island, Philippines and its policy implications
    Paler, M. K. O., Tabanag, I. D. F., Siacor, F. D. C., Geraldino, P. J. L., Walton, M., Dunn, C., Skov, M., Hiddink, J. G. & Taboada, E. B., 10 Sep 2022, In: Science of the Total Environment. 838, 3, 156408.
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2021

  • PublishedNature-based solutions for climate change in the UK - Peatlands
    Dunn, C., Burden, A., Chamberlain, B., Danek, S., Evans, C., Freeman, C., Harvey, R., Proctor, S. & Walker, J., 12 May 2021, Nature-based solutions for climate change in the UK. British Ecological Society
    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
  • PublishedWater table fluctuation in peatlands facilitates fungal proliferation, impedes Sphagnum growth and accelerates decomposition
    Kim, J., Rochefort, L., Hugron, S., Alqulaiti, Z., Dunn, C., Pouliot, R., Jones, T., Freeman, C. & Kang, H., 22 Apr 2021, In: Frontiers Earth Science. 8, 579329.
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2020

  • PublishedA Potential Approach for Enhancing Carbon Sequestration During Peatland Restoration Using Low-Cost, Phenolic-Rich Biomass Supplements
    Alshehri, A., Dunn, C., Freeman, C., Hugron, S., Jones, T. & Rochefort, L., 12 May 2020, In: Frontiers in Environmental Science. 8
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedAn affordable methodology for quantifying waterborne microplastics - an emerging contaminant in inland-waters
    Dunn, C., Owens, J., Fears, L., Nunnerley, L., Kirby, J., Armstrong, O., Thomas, P. J., Aberg, D., Gilder, W., Green, D., Antwis, R. & Freeman, C., Feb 2020, In: Journal of Limnology. 79, 1, p. 92-95 4 p.
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2019

  • PublishedPeatland Catchments and Natural Flood Management
    Allott, T., Auñón, J., Dunn, C., Evans, M., Labadz, J., Lunt, P., MacDonald, M., Nisbet, T., Owen, R., Pilkington, M., Proctor, S., Shuttleworth, E. & Walker, J., 2 Dec 2019, IUCN UK Peatland Programme. 43 p.
    Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report › peer-review

2018

  • PublishedDecomposition as a regulator of carbon accretion in mangroves: a review
    Friesen, S., Dunn, C. & Freeman, C., Apr 2018, In: Ecological Engineering. 114, p. 173-178
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedInvestigating whether light intensity can modify decomposition rates in peatlands through control of the ‘enzymic latch’
    Dunn, C., Zielinski, P., Kent, M. & Freeman, C., 15 Apr 2018, In: Ecological Engineering. 114, p. 167-172
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedMangrove forests can rebound thanks to climate change – it’s an opportunity we must take
    Dunn, C., 20 Nov 2018, The Conversation.
    Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
  • PublishedThe role of molecular weight in the enzyme-inhibiting effect of phenolics: the significance in peatland carbon sequestration
    Dunn, C. & Freeman, C., 15 Apr 2018, In: Ecological Engineering. 114, p. 162-166
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2016

  • PublishedConstructed wetlands may lower inorganic nutrient inputs but enhance DOC loadings into a drinking water reservoir in North Wales
    Scholz, C., Dunn, C., Jones, T., West, M., Ehbair, A. & Freeman, C., Sep 2016, In: Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 23, 18, p. 18192-18199
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedIs peat accumulation in mangrove swamps influenced by the “enzymic latch” mechanism?
    Dunn, C., Mitsch, W., Freeman, C. & Saraswati, S., 15 Dec 2016, In: Wetlands Ecology and Management. 24, 6, p. 641-650
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedOptions for Geoengineering the Climate via Microorganisms: A Peatland Case Study
    Dunn, C., Fenner, N., Shirsat, A. & Freeman, C., Mar 2016, Climate Change and Microbial Ecology: Current Research and Future Trends. Caister Academic Press, p. 185-200
    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
  • PublishedPlant Species Effects on the Carbon Storage Capabilities of a Blanket bog Complex
    Dunn, C., Jones, T., Roberts, S. & Freeman, C., 1 Feb 2016, In: Wetlands. 36, 1, p. 47-58
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedSmall changes in water levels and groundwater nutrients alter nitrogen and carbon processing in dune slack soils
    Rhymes, J., Jones, L., Wallace, H., Jones, T. G., Dunn, C. & Fenner, N., Aug 2016, In: Soil Biology and Biochemistry. 99, p. 28-35
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2014

  • PublishedMethodologies for Extracellular Enzyme Assays from Wetland Soils
    Dunn, C., Jones, T. G., Girard, A. & Freeman, C., 1 Feb 2014, In: Wetlands. 34, 1, p. 9-17
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2013

  • PublishedQuantifying dissolved organic carbon concentrations in upland catchments using phenolic proxy measurements
    Peacock, M., Burden, A., Cooper, M., Dunn, C., Evans, C. D., Fenner, N., Freeman, C. G., Gough, R. S., Hughes, D., Hughes, S., Jones, T., Lebron, I., West, M. & Zieliński, P., 16 Jan 2013, In: Journal of Hydrology. 477, p. 251-260
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2011

  • PublishedPeatlands: our greatest source of carbon credits?
    Dunn, C. & Freeman, C., 2011, In: Carbon Management. 2, 3, p. 289-301
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

Activities

2021

  • Edinburgh Science Festival 2021

    26 Jun 2021 – 11 Jul 2021

    Links:

    • https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/events/edinburgh-science-festival-2021/future-green-spaces/
    • https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/learning-and-resources/engaging-the-public/events/love-our-bogs/
    • http://www.holly-draws.com/blog/2021/7/23/exhibition-with-the-bes-and-edinburgh-science-festival
    • https://www.bangor.ac.uk/news/love-our-bogs-bangor-university-scientist-helps-create-artwork-for-edinburgh-science-festival
    Activity: Types of Public engagement and outreach - Festival/Exhibition (Contributor)

2020

  • #EarthLiveLessons

    Earth LIVE Lesson with Dr Christian Dunn : Why wetlands are nature’s superheroes!

    Organised by Lizzie Daly Wildlife TV.

    5 Apr 2020

    Links:

    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZerSvkvpKQ&t=62s
    Activity: Types of Public engagement and outreach - Public lecture/debate/seminar (Contributor)

2019

  • TEDx talk: How we can stop microplastic pollution

    10 Oct 2019

    Links:

    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6QSVs4CkuU&t=5s
    Activity: Types of Public engagement and outreach - Public lecture/debate/seminar (Contributor)

2018

  • Bascamp 2018

    Main Marquee - How to get a city to give up plastic

    1 Jun 2018

    Activity: Types of Public engagement and outreach - Festival/Exhibition (Contributor)

Projects

  • GHG Research

    01/02/2022 – 30/09/2022 (Finished)

  • Lucozade and Litter: How can we prevent single-use plastic pollution

    31/01/2022 – 30/05/2022 (Finished)

  • Substrate analysis of Countess of Chester Country Park area

    01/11/2021 – 30/01/2023 (Finished)

  • Creation of a potential Wetland Carbon Code

    01/06/2021 – 31/01/2023 (Finished)

  • KESS II PhD with Celw Ltd - BUK208

    01/11/2015 – 28/02/2020 (Finished)

  • Large-scale application of the enzymic latch in peatland restoration in Canada

    01/05/2015 – 31/05/2024 (Active)

  • Development of system for separating DOC components from wetland water samples

    01/03/2015 – 31/08/2022 (Finished)

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A former journalist and editor I write for a number of national publications, including the BBC Wildlife Magazine. I regularly appear on local and national radio and television programmes to discuss environmental issues.

During COP26 I was the daily environmetnal commentator for GB News.

I am an award-winning environmental campaigner and public speaker and have given three TEDx talks:

  1. The Accidental Eco-Warrior 
  2. How We Can Stop Microplastic Pollution
  3. Wetlands: the superheroes of the natural world

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