This program focuses on a precious resource, water.  We specialize in learning to conduct accurate risk assessments for chemical, physical, and biological stimuli that may adversely affect water resources throughout the world.  Unique among ecotoxicology programs, we also emphasize development of sustainable strategies for mitigation of risks in aquatic systems.  The products of this program are students (graduates) and information (peer reviewed publications).  Chemical stimuli that we are studying include pesticides such as algaecides, herbicides and insecticides, organics (e.g. oil, coal, produced waters, etc.), and inorganics (e.g. Se, Hg, As, B, Cu, chlorides, etc.).  Physical stimuli include solids, sonic devices, etc.  Biological stimuli include invasive species such as toxin-producing algae.

STUDENTS

Students in this program tend to be dedicated to becoming the best scientist (professional ecotoxicologist) possible and they also want to make a difference or strong positive contribution to the world and our environment.  Students enter the program from disciplines such as biology, environmental sciences, and chemistry (as well as others).  Students come to the program from all over the world. These students learn much from their colleagues as they learn and develop together. Students graduating from this program are sought for positions in academia, consulting, industry, government, and non-governmental organizations.

INFORMATION

The information that is produced from extramurally sponsored research is published in peer reviewed journals.  Examples of recent projects and publications can be accessed through this web site.  We conduct research all over the world and currently have projects in North and South America as well as Europe, Asia and Africa.  We collaborate with colleagues at Clemson University and research facilities throughout the world.

LABORATORIES AND RESEARCH FACILITIES

Analytical Laboratory
Aquatic Toxicology Laboratory
Phytotoxicology Laboratory
Wet Laboratory for Sample Processing
Greenhouse Mesocosm Facility