Research LabTransformation of Organic Micropollutants
Our research focuses on understanding the fate of organic contaminants in aquatic environments. We examine how the transformation processes of priority organic contaminants affect ecosystems and human health. We characterize the mechanisms of phototransformation and biodegradation in surface water. Our approach combines laboratory experiments, field studies, and toxicological assessments to develop strategies for preserving water reservoirs for drinking and agricultural use.
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Ongoing Research
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Advancing environmental chemistry research for a sustainable future
Our approach combines laboratory experiments, field studies, and toxicological assessments to develop strategies for preserving water reservoirs.
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We characterize the mechanisms of phototransformation and biodegradation in surface water using simulated laboratory experiments with UVA-visible wavelength light sources.
Field Studies
We deploy passive samplers in lakes and rivers, evaluating contaminant profiles and concentrations over space and time to monitor transformation processes in real environments.
Toxicological Assessments
Our approach combines environmental chemistry, ecotoxicology, and machine learning to develop strategies for preserving water reservoirs for drinking and agricultural use.
08/13/2026
All of our lab members worked hard throughout the summer.
Some gained their first research experience, while others generated valuable data or took on new projects. We celebrated the end of the summer with a bowling competition. Now we know who the best bowler in the Transform Lab is! 🎳 Meet Alex, our brilliant undergraduate student, who hit the most strikes and won the most games! 🏆 In the photo from left to right: Natalia Malina, Rodrigo Andrés Restrepo Osorio, Angelica Joy Yu, Alexandra McCullough
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We're looking for graduate students, undergraduates, and postdoctoral fellows passionate about environmental chemistry.