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David Poister
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David Poister

Professor of Chemistry and Environmental Science
Chemistry920-403-3185

David Poister is a professor of chemistry and environmental science at St. Norbert College, where he has taught since 1995. He is an environmental chemist with interests in biogeochemistry and the chemical ecology of aquatic systems. His current scientific research focuses on chemical interactions between algae and pigment formation in senescent tree leaves. In addition to his work as a scientist and SNC faculty member, Poister is interested in exploring how the dialogue between science and religion can be used to understand and advance the human condition.

  • CHEM 105 General Chemistry 1
  • CHEM 107 General Chemistry 2
  • CHEM 211 Quantitative Analysis
  • ENVS 300 Environmental Science
  • ENVS 310 Environmental Chemistry

  • B.S. – St. Francis College (Chemistry)
  • M.S. – University of Wisconsin-Madison (Water chemistry)
  • Ph.D. – University of Wisconsin-Madison (Water chemistry)

Poister, D. 2022. Human evolution and the Christian call to love. Zygon: Journal of Religion & Science. 57(2): 368-388.

Poister, D., A. Schaefer*, A. Baert*, J. Tracey*, and K. Richards*. 2015. Stimulated rejuvenation of dormant Aulacoseira granulata (Bacillariophyta) by Gloeocystis planctonica (Chlorophyta) in a eutrophic river. Journal of Phycology. 51: 332-342.

Poister, D., A. Kurth*, A. Farrell*, S. Gray*. 2012. Seasonality of Aulacoseira ambigua abundance and filament length: biogeochemical implications. Plankton and Benthos Research. 7: 55-63.

Poister, D., and C. DeGuelle*. 2005. The influence of particle size distribution and composition on seasonal sedimentation rates in a temperate lake. Hydrobiologia. 537: 35-46.

Poister, D., and D.E. Armstrong. 2003. Seasonal sedimentation trends in a mesotrophic lake: Influence of diatoms and implications for phosphorus availability. Biogeochemistry. 65: 1-13.

Johll, M.E., D. Poister, and J. Ferguson*. 2002. Statistical comparison of multiple methods for the determination of dissolved oxygen levels in natural waters. Chemical Educator. 3:146-148.

Poister, D., D.E. Armstrong, and J.P. Hurley. 1999. Influences of grazing on temporal patterns of algal pigments in suspended and sedimenting algae in a north temperate lake. Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. 56:60-69.

Poister, D., D.E. Armstrong, and J.P. Hurley. 1994. A six year record of nutrient element sedimentation and recycling in three north temperate lakes. Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. 51:2457-2466.

Poister, D. and T.K. Tokunaga. 1992. Selenium in Kesterson Reservoir ephemeral pools formed by groundwater rise: II. Laboratory experiments. Journal of Environmental Quality. 21:252-258.