Environmental Nanobiotechnology Laboratory
Text Box: Department of Civil Engineering, Auburn University Text Box: Ahjeong Son, Ph.D Assistant Professor Dept. of Civil Engineering 204 Harbert Engineering Center Auburn University Auburn, AL 36849 Phone) 1-334-844-6260 Fax) 1-334-844-6290 Email) ason AT auburn.edu

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Our research group answers the fundamental biological questions in Environmental Engineering field including bioremediation and wastewater treatment. We utilize the gene monitoring tools of a DNA biosensor using multifunctional nanoparticle labels and general (meta)genomic approaches.

Specific research area includes:

·   Nanobiotechnology and Biosensors (NanoGene assay)

   - Pathogenic bacteria detection

   - Antibiotic resistance detection

·   Environmental Microbiology/Microbial population dynamics

   - Oxidative stress induced by nanoscale zero-valent iron

   - Biotransformation of chlorinated compounds (perchlorate) 

   - Impact of household products on multiple antibiotic resistance

·   Sustainability for energy and water resources system

   - Biodiesel production from sustainable sources

 

NOTICE/NEWS

1.  Currently open for undergraduate and graduate candidates. Those who are self-motivated and interested in biologically oriented environmental engineering  research, are encouraged to apply to ason AT auburn.edu.

Last updated on April. 2009