I manage the diverse algae research projects performed by PhD and honours students working with Schenk Lab. My main interests centre around the production and processing of microalgae for nutraceuticals such as omega 3 fatty acids, carotenoids and pigments.
I have extensive experience in large scale low cost algae cultivation, the main focus being production of biomass as a high protein feed supplement for livestock and aquaculture. The long term vision for microalgae is the sustainable production of biofuels, this is what sparked my initial interest in microalgae. ​

The Nexgen Plants research group studies plant-virus interactions.

Our aim is to achieve robust crop resistance to plant viruses.

Find more information about Nexgen Plants Pty Ltd at http://www.nexgenplants.com

I am currently in the third year of my PhD studying plant-virus interactions. I became part of the Schenklab team in 2010 undertaking a mini research project for my undergraduate degree, and they just couldn't get rid of me. I love Schenk lab and consider all lab members (past, present and future) my crazy, fun-loving, super multicultural, science family.

I am also a member of the Nexgen Plants Team which is dedicated to helping plants defend themselves against viruses and aims to prevent million of dollars of crop losses in the future. I am extremely passionate about this work and the meaningful contribution it is making to the pursuit of science and our never ending quest for knowledge.

I am working on biodiscovery of biocontrol agents and antagonistic compounds against​ ​plant-damaging Oomycete,Phytophthora​​. My research focus​es ​on finding the biocontrol agents with plant growth promotion and biocontrol properties against four Phytophthora​​ species. In addition to that, I am also working on identification and characterisation of the potential anti-oomycete​ ​and growth-promoting compounds and their application in plants to control Phytophthora​​ diseases.

My research is in plant-microbe interactions focusing on optimising clavibacter infection in tomatoes. To then find and use beneficial microbes to inhibit the pathogens effect on tomato growth.

During my PhD research I discovered a new technology for water treatment, oil separation and food processing. The patent has been secured worldwide and I am currently working with our industry partners on a collaborative research & development project to commercialize the new filtration technology.

My PhD research interests lie primarily in plant mediated effects on rhizosphere/endosphere microbial community.

My current research topic of interest is to determine the effects of activation of wheat hormone pathways/wheat crown rot disease on the rhizosphere microbial community structure and functional diversity.

My masters' project currently focuses on developing and commercialising filtration prototypes using the new hydrate gel technology discovered by SchenkLab. I also assist the team in discovering other possible applications for the hydrate gel and with collaborative projects with industry partners.

I am a PostDoc Researcher currently investigating the agricultural applications of microalgae as a source of EPA, DHA protein for livestock and aquaculture feed supplement.
I have 13 years experience in Halophilic Dunaliella open pond production, livestock effluent biological treatment and nutritive value of microalgae in aquaculture ecosystem.

My research project is focused on the optimization of a closed loop for biofuels production from microalgae through anaerobic digestion and nutrient recycling.

My research project is oil production from Phaeodactylum tricornutum. I am interested in the induction of EPA and DHA in this magical creature.

My research focus is to find early detection method for contamination in algae culture and also prevent and control the contamination.

I am a research assistant working with Nexgen Plants.
My area of expertise is plant transformation; currently focusing on plant-virus interactions.
Our aim within Nexgen is to achieve robust crops resistant to plant viruses.

My research focus on improving astaxanthin production from Haematococcus, and understanding the mechanism of different factors on astaxanthin biosynthesis.

My project currently focuses in the evaluation of transgenic tomato plants expressing different known antimicrobial peptides and their resistance to Gram negative phytophagenic bacteria. Additionally, I assist in the discovery of new peptides with antimicrobial activity.

My research is focused on developing efficient lipid extraction techniques from the oleaginous microalga Nannochloropsis sp. BR2 in order to secure more sustainable sources of omega-3 fatty acids. I am currently investigating a pre-treatment method to break the algal cell walls; improving oil extraction.

I am interested in studying the phyllosphere microbiome of plants for biological interactions that inhibit the progression of  foliar (leaf surface) diseases. This research is of utmost importance as it provides potentially new biocontrol application agents that can contribute to crop protection.

My research focuses on developing optimum procedures for the extraction of lipids from various microalgae

I have been focusing on ''Biodiesel production by microalgae cultivation through conversion of Industrial Carbon Dioxide"

I am a microbiologist from the Universidad de Los Andes in Bogota, Colombia. My research focuses on the effect of strategic tillage in soil microbial communities from soils under long-term no-tillage in QLD, Australia.

My honours project involves the anaerobic digestion of algae biomass in an effort to reduce the overall cost and inputs when producing biodiesel from algae. Biogas will be produced through the digestion process which can be used to create heating or provide electricity but mainly it will be burnt to provide the beneficial CO2 that the algae need to grow.