MAISRC Scholar
He/him
Degree
M.S.
Advisor
Dr. Gretchen Hansen
Education
B.A. Environmental Studies and Biology, St. Olaf College
M.S. Water Resources Science, University of Minnesota
Biography
Denver Link is a research scientist at the University of Minnesota, working alongside Dr. Gretchen Hansen to investigate the changing dynamics of aquatic ecosystems. He leverages both field-based research and quantitative skills to assess how environmental stressors impact freshwater habitats. Much of Denver's work has focused on understanding the ecological impacts of zebra mussels, exploring how these invasive species reshape aquatic food webs and influence fish mercury concentrations. He strives to ensure his research is approachable and applicable to those it serves.
Areas of Interest
Zebra mussels, aquatic ecosystems
Select Publications
Blinick, N. S., Link, D., Ahrenstorff, T. D., Bethke, B. J., Fleishman, A. B., Janssen, S. E., Krabbenhoft, D. P., Nelson, J. K. R., Rantala, H. M., Rude, C. L., & Hansen, G. J. A. (2024). Increased mercury concentrations in walleye and yellow perch in lakes invaded by zebra mussels. Science of The Total Environment, 957, 177515. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.177515