The Roberts lab is part of the UNT Dept. of Biological Sciences and the UNT Institute of Applied Sciences.  We conduct research in molecular ecology and toxicology both in the laboratory and in the field. Our "dual membership" gives us access to a number of great facilities including wetlabs, molecular biology labs, mesocosm facilities, etc. For a more complete description of our facilities, please see the Aquatic Tox Lab Homepage.

 

The Roberts Lab

Research in Molecular Ecotoxicology

 

Our research program is focused largely on the effects of environmental stressors on aquatic organisms, specifically the effects of chemical contaminants and interactions between chemical and non-chemical (such as UV radiation) stressors.   We examine how changes at the molecular and genetic level can  result in impacts on populations, communities, and ecosystems. If you are interested in  opportunities in the lab, please contact Dr. Roberts directly for the most up-to-date information.