Determination of antimicrobial compounds and their metabolites in the Brisbane River

Theme: Environmental Management 

Description: 

Antimicrobial agents (antimicrobials) have undoubtedly played a critical role in modern medicine, agriculture and aquaculture. However, the resulting antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a global threat to both human and animal health. Despite this, very little is known about the occurrence and fate of antimicrobials in the environment.

In this project, we will investigate the occurrence and fate of antimicrobials in the Brisbane River to conduct a risk assessment from both the ecotoxicological and selection potential for antimicrobial resistance perspectives.

Additional Information: Due to the analytical chemistry focus of this project, preferred candidates will have completed ENVM3211 – Environmental Pollution and one or more undergraduate CHEM subjects

Contact: Dr Jake O'Brien / Assoc Prof Ryan Turner