Environmental Microbiology
Environmental microbiology research in the School of Environmental Sciences aims to examine the impact of microorganisms on human and environmental health through fundamental and applied research. Fundamental studies include microbial cell physiology, survival, persistence, and function in aquatic, soil, and extreme environments from culture dependent and culture independent perspectives. Applied studies in biodegradation and biotransformation of environmental pollutants, bioenergy production, and the detection of pathogens and indicator bacteria in water, biosolids, and soils are primary areas of research focus.
- Kari Dunfield (applied soil ecology)
- Susan Glasauer (microbial geochemistry)
- Marc Habash (aquatic microbiology)
- Hung Lee (microbial biochemistry and physiology; degradation of pollutants; lignocellulosic biomass conversion)