Research Associate Professor, Aquatic & Fishery Sciences
Marine Ballast Water Specialist, Washington Sea Grant
herwig@u.washington.edu, 206-685-2163

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FISH 490 Aquatic Microbiology

Basic principles of aquatic microbiology and aquatic microbial ecology: role and identity of aquatic microorganisms; introduction to modern methodologies for research. Laboratory work with local freshwater and marine samples for those enrolled in 5-credit section.

MICROM 518/ESC 518/CEE 542 Bioremediation Sciences

Detailed survey of current understanding of biological pathways for transformation and degradation of toxic organic compounds, pesticides, oil, and metals. Microbial and plant transformations of pollutants and requirements for bioremediation. Requires basic understanding of metabolism and organic chemistry.