%0 journal article %@ 0048-9697 %A Reese, A., Zimmermann, T., Proefrock, D., Irrgeher, J. %D 2019 %J Science of the Total Environment %P 512-523 %R doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2019.02.401 %T Extreme spatial variation of Sr, Nd and Pb isotopic signatures and 48 element mass fractions in surface sediment of the Elbe River Estuary - Suitable tracers for processes in dynamic environments? %U https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2019.02.401 %X This study indicates the general potential of combined element fingerprinting and isotope tracer approaches to elucidate processes in complex river systems. Furthermore, it represents an initial characterization of the catchment area of the Elbe River as basis for future studies on river and harbor management.