Alicja Babst-Kostecka
Associate Professor, Environmental Science
Member of the Graduate Faculty
My research combines genetic, phenotypic, and environmental information in an integrated framework to study plant adaptation to changing environmental conditions. I am particularly interested in the mechanisms that allow certain plant species to colonize industrially contaminated habitats at former mining sites. These species thereby undergo rapid genetic and physiological adaptation. Specifically, they have evolved the ability to tolerate and sometimes accumulate remarkable amounts of metal trace elements – traits that I am studying in both field and controlled laboratory experiments. My interdisciplinary work sets the stage for mitigating the legacies of industrial exploitation. By advancing the molecular basis of phytoremediation and biofortification efforts, I strive to contribute to improving environmental and human health.
Offering Research Opportunities?
Yes
Prerequisite Courses
None
Majors Considered
Plant Sciences Environmental Sciences Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Bioinformatics Biology Chemistry Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Environmental Studies Mining and Mineral Engineering
Types of Opportunities
Description of Opportunity
No description given
Start Date
August 2020
Primary Department
Affiliated Departments
Research Location
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Shantz, 429