Professor Dr. Jenine Mccutcheon

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Jenine McCutcheon studies microbe-mineral-fluid interactions in natural and engineered environments. Her research aims to understand small-scale biogeochemical processes that influence large-scale systems, with a particular focus on utilizing reaction pathways to solve environmental challenges. Her work targets various settings, including wetlands and polar habitats. McCutcheon’s research interests encompass microbial carbonation reactions for carbon storage, the chemistry and microstructure of microbial mats and stromatolites, and the use of electron and X-ray microscopy to study microbial mats and mineral precipitates. Additionally, she explores microbial nutrient acquisition in polar environments, bioremediation of waste materials, and issues related to contamination and remediation of water, soil, and air. Her efforts also target carbon dioxide capture and storage in the context of addressing climate change.

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