About
Patrick is a highly motivated educator, researcher and engineering technical officer.
As part of his duties, he prepares undergraduate teaching laboratories and provides hands-on support in the design, logistics and implementation of engineering research projects. In addition, he manages and oversees on a yearly basis between $400,000 to $2M CAD in spending through the environmental engineering research projects at the University of Ottawa.
As a researcher, he is currently investigating the surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens in wastewater as indicators of community health and seeks to establish wastewater surveillance tools to prepare the World for the next pandemic.
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The International Water Association organised their #WorldWaterCongress 2024 in the City of Toronto this year and what a wonderful experience it has…
The International Water Association organised their #WorldWaterCongress 2024 in the City of Toronto this year and what a wonderful experience it has…
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New York State’s Wastewater Surveillance System Named 'Center of Excellence' by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention State Health…
New York State’s Wastewater Surveillance System Named 'Center of Excellence' by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention State Health…
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I'm thrilled to share that our partners at the University of Louisville and the Kentucky Department for Public Health are now actively participating…
I'm thrilled to share that our partners at the University of Louisville and the Kentucky Department for Public Health are now actively participating…
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Experience
Education
Licenses & Certifications
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Basics of Ladder Safety
University of Ottawa
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Accessiblity Standards for Customer Service
University of Ottawa
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Autoclave Safety
University of Ottawa
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Biosafety Training
University of Ottawa
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Worker & Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness
University of Ottawa
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Lab Safety Training
University of Ottawa
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Spill Response Training
University of Ottawa
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WHMIS
University of Ottawa
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Environmental Professional in-training
Canadian Environmental Certification Approvals Board
Issued Expires
Volunteer Experience
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Coordinator for water analysis at the University of Ottawa for Ottawa River Keepers
Ottawa River Keepers
- 2 years 5 months
Environment
Coordinate the receiving, handling and testing of water samples collected by the Ottawa River Keepers, at the University of Ottawa Environmental Engineering Lab,.
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Reviewer (engineering, environmental science)
OSURJ-JRSUO
- 2 years 9 months
Education
Publications
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Numerical investigation on the impact of wind-induced hydraulics on dissolved oxygen characteristics in a shallow stormwater pond
Water Quality Research Journal
Stormwater ponds (SWPs) are widely utilized for flood and water quality control. Low-flow rates are common in SWPs, sometimes causing wind-driven currents to become the dominant hydrodynamic force during ice-free periods. Hence, it is essential to understand the influence of the wind-induced flow on stratification and dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations in shallow SWPs to predict the performance and water quality of these systems. The objective of this study is to evaluate the influence of…
Stormwater ponds (SWPs) are widely utilized for flood and water quality control. Low-flow rates are common in SWPs, sometimes causing wind-driven currents to become the dominant hydrodynamic force during ice-free periods. Hence, it is essential to understand the influence of the wind-induced flow on stratification and dissolved oxygen (DO) concentrations in shallow SWPs to predict the performance and water quality of these systems. The objective of this study is to evaluate the influence of wind-driven circulation on the spatial distribution of DO in an SWP using a numerical model.
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Sulfide production kinetics and model of stormwater retention ponds
Water Science & Technology
Stormwater retention ponds can play a critical role in mitigating the detrimental effects of urbanization on receiving waters that result from increases in polluted runoff. However, the benthic oxygen demand of stormwater facilities may cause significant hypoxia and trigger the production of hydrogen sulfide (H2S). This process is not well-documented and further research is needed to characterize benthic processes in stormwater retention ponds in order to improve their design and operation. In…
Stormwater retention ponds can play a critical role in mitigating the detrimental effects of urbanization on receiving waters that result from increases in polluted runoff. However, the benthic oxygen demand of stormwater facilities may cause significant hypoxia and trigger the production of hydrogen sulfide (H2S). This process is not well-documented and further research is needed to characterize benthic processes in stormwater retention ponds in order to improve their design and operation. In this study, sediment oxygen demand (SOD), sediment ammonia release (SAR) and sediment sulfide production (SSP) kinetics were characterized in situ and in the laboratory.
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Hypoxic conditions in stormwater retention ponds: potential for hydrogen sulfide emission
Environmental technology
Improper design and maintenance of stormwater ponds (SWPs) may lead to hypoxic conditions, poor water quality and the production of hydrogen sulfide (H2S). The objective of this study is to develop a comprehensive understanding of hypoxic conditions of SWPs, with a focus on the potential for H2S production and emission.
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Sulfide production in municipal stormwater retention ponds under ice covered conditions: a study of water quality and SRB populations
Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology
Stormwater retention ponds have become an integral component of stormwater management across the world. Under prolonged hypoxia, these ponds are capable of releasing large quantities of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas. In this study, water quality constituents and bacterial communities in sediment were analyzed in two stormwater retention ponds,
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Analysis of ciprofloxacin in fish antibiotics products available from the Internet
PeerJ Preprints
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Projects
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Investigation of the fate of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater treatment plants in Gatineau and Ottawa
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Hydrogen Sulfide Study (City of Ottawa)
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Denitrification at cold temperature
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We studied the impact of different carbon sources on the kinetics and microbial communities of cold-temperature moving-bed-biofilm-reactor (MBBR) denitrifying treatment systems. Data processing is currently ongoing.
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Analysis of Ciprofloxacin in Fish Antibiotics Products available from the Internet
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Analysis of products labeled as animal antibiotics, more specifically fish ciprofloxacin, and it's implication in human consumption.
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Greywater Recycling System: Case Study
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Submission to the CIPH Most Water-Wise Campus Case Study competition. The project is an engineering feasibility study of a grey-water recycling system at the University of Ottawa.
This project was enetered in the competition and finished second (2nd) place nationally.Other creatorsSee project
Honors & Awards
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Recognition Prize 2014 (Outstanding Customer Service)
City of Gatineau, Aquatic Sector
Certificate awarded for excellent customer service delivered to citizens during the summer of 2014 within the Aquatic Sector of the City of Gatineau.
Languages
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English
Full professional proficiency
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French
Native or bilingual proficiency
Organizations
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Professional Engineers Ontario
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Did you know nitrous oxide has a warming potential 265 times greater than carbon dioxide? 🚨 Our latest video (Episode 5) titled "Nitrous Oxide and…
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As a water/WASH professional, this is horrifying to witness. Total destruction of an entire water system. Even if no more damage occurs, it will take…
As a water/WASH professional, this is horrifying to witness. Total destruction of an entire water system. Even if no more damage occurs, it will take…
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Happy to announce that I successfully defended my Master’s on the way to my PhD today! Thank you to all of the people in the GERM Lab and my…
Happy to announce that I successfully defended my Master’s on the way to my PhD today! Thank you to all of the people in the GERM Lab and my…
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Wrapping up a visit to Kigali as part of an evaluation team from Owen Consulting Inc. working alongside new and former colleagues: Rutayisire Bruce &…
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We're hiring a Maintenance Leader, Water Treatment! As the Maintenance Leader, you have oversight for maintenance activities for two water…
We're hiring a Maintenance Leader, Water Treatment! As the Maintenance Leader, you have oversight for maintenance activities for two water…
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March 2021: Just when the world shut down, I landed my dream project. Leading a £7.8m project at UKHSA was exhilarating. The challenge was immense.…
March 2021: Just when the world shut down, I landed my dream project. Leading a £7.8m project at UKHSA was exhilarating. The challenge was immense.…
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This morning, I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Zhihao Chen, Co-Founder of Homer Farms Inc, and touring their impressive vertical hydroponic farming…
This morning, I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Zhihao Chen, Co-Founder of Homer Farms Inc, and touring their impressive vertical hydroponic farming…
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Attending a wonderful reception last night with Hiran Sandanayake (City of Ottawa and CWWA Utility Leadership Committee). Hosted by the Greats Lakes…
Attending a wonderful reception last night with Hiran Sandanayake (City of Ottawa and CWWA Utility Leadership Committee). Hosted by the Greats Lakes…
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#WaterCongress2024 #UniversidadCooperativaMedellín
#WaterCongress2024 #UniversidadCooperativaMedellín
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Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive: A Summary and Technical Update presented on 3 July 2024.
Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive: A Summary and Technical Update presented on 3 July 2024.
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Check our our first H2O Molecular paper
Check our our first H2O Molecular paper
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Je suis actuellement en recrutement pour combler des postes de techniciens/techniciennes en environnement pour l'équipe des prélèvements des…
Je suis actuellement en recrutement pour combler des postes de techniciens/techniciennes en environnement pour l'équipe des prélèvements des…
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"Alimentation Couche-Tard is the quintessential Canadian success story. Quietly and without any fanfare, they are gradually taking over the world."…
"Alimentation Couche-Tard is the quintessential Canadian success story. Quietly and without any fanfare, they are gradually taking over the world."…
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I’m so proud to see Giatec be recognized as a top company that employees love working at! The eNPS survey by Invest Ottawa seeks out top tech…
I’m so proud to see Giatec be recognized as a top company that employees love working at! The eNPS survey by Invest Ottawa seeks out top tech…
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