Clarisse Ishimwe
- Country of Origin: Rwanda
- Home University: University of Rwanda
- Host University & Country: University of New Hampshire - USA
- PhD Title: Watershed Nitrogen and Carbon Losses in Response to Global Change
- Year of Completion: 2017
PhD Overview
My research focuses on watershed biogeochemistry, particularly how hydrology and landscape characteristics influence nitrogen retention, transport, and export to aquatic systems, as well as greenhouse gas emissions including CO₂, CH₄, and N₂O from rivers and streams.
Sustainability Goals
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
About Me
I am a PhD candidate in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies at the University of New Hampshire. I study how nitrogen and carbon moves through watersheds and affects downstream water quality. I combine long-term water quality data, river flow records, and watershed characteristics to understand nitrogen and carbon retention and export. I am interested in research opportunities where I can apply this knowledge to freshwater ecosystem management.