Ecotoxicology, FHNW School of Life Sciences

The field of ecotoxicology deals with research, analysis and quantification of pollutants and their effects on the environment. This provides important information that can be used to reduce or even prevent negative environmental consequences.

We use both in vivo living organisms and in vitro bioassays (cell-based investigation systems) to measure environmental effects. Single substances, complex mixtures or samples direct from the environment can be examined.

We deal with a wide range of research questions and carry out projects in various subject areas. Examples include the use of bioassays in wastewater treatment, the study of the effects of individual organic substances and mixtures on organisms, and the coordination of protective measures for native crayfish species.