James J. Elser

Elevation shapes alpine snow algal blooms and their influence on albedo reduction

This study examines how elevation affects snow algal blooms and their impact on albedo reduction across two mountain ranges.

Taxonomy-driven variations in snow algae color modulate albedo and energy balance in a single snow patch

This study examines how different snow algae taxa and their pigments affect snow albedo and energy balance in a single snow patch.

Laboratory experiments suggests limited impact of increased nitrogen deposition on snow algae blooms

The paper tests how nitrogen and phosphorus ratios affect snow algae growth and finds that phosphorus is more critical than nitrogen for bloom productivity.