Department of Environmental & Aquatic Animal Health - Research Programs & Projects

Nutrition and Pathophysiology Lab

Our laboratory utilizes a wide array of cellular and biochemical techniques to study biochemical, physiological and ecological problems in the marine environment. Our specific research interests include fish and shellfish nutrition, plankton biochemistry, nutrient “upgrading” and transfer between trophic levels, biochemical processes affecting fishery production, shellfish pathophysiology, and host-parasite interactions. In education, we are committed to the transfer of new knowledge to students via formal class teaching and mentoring. We strive to contribute to the development of the next generation of scientific-technical workforce via hands on research and new technology training.