Deskripsi Kepakaran
As a researcher, I draw immense pleasure from losing myself in the intricate and complex studies of ecotoxicology, endocrine disrupting compounds, emerging pollutants, marine pollution, and marine ecosystems in general. Here are a few research areas in which I am focusing: 1. Ecotoxicology of emerging pollutants Investigation of the biological responses of aquatic organisms to emerging pollutants, understanding the impacts of these pollutants on the health of marine ecosystems, and the mechanisms behind these impacts. In a world where anthropogenic activities are unstoppable, our earth is constantly being introduced to newly emerging pollutants and risks. I am particularly interested in pharmaceuticals, endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), various newly marketed organic compounds and heavy metals. In addition, I am fascinated by the ways in which these compounds combine with natural environmental variations (e.g. temperature) as multiple stressors, in the context of climate change. 2. Sex-specific targets of emerging pollutants Still in the subject of ecotoxicology, I am looking specifically at how pollutants affect the reproduction of aquatic organisms, which can potentially impact their natural populations, and ultimately the health of marine ecosystems. This includes studying the mechanisms underlying the recorded effects. 3. Biomarker and biotests development In relation to the two subjects above, I also have a great interest in the development of biomarkers and biotests for these emerging pollutants, either for detection purposes (biomonitoring) or to be used to inform regulation, policy, and campaigns enforcing the decreasing of harmful compounds released in the environment.