The Wong Lab use a combination of physiological and molecular approaches to investigate how marine invertebrates respond to changes in their environment. In addition to understanding these response mechanisms, we aim to explore tools and methods we can use to promote resilience to climate change. One of our main aims is to integrate our work with practitioners and stakeholders so that our research directly contributes to improving outcomes in conservation, restoration, and aquaculture.
Latest News
- Samantha completes her Research Independent Study project
Samantha George conducted a Research Independent Study project during Fall 2024 in which she investigated the effects of warming temperatures on eastern oyster respiration rates. At the end of the semester, Samantha presented her work to the DUML community. Great work, Sam!
- Juliet presents at the NSOE Faculty Symposium
- Seminar at IMS
Juliet presented a seminar talk, “Molecular insights into marine ecology and climate change” at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS). She met with UNC-CH students conducting independent research at the Morehead City Field Site.
- Bass Connections oyster team wraps field experiment
Our Bass Connections team, Climate Change Impacts on Farmed and Wild Oysters, finished up our field experiment that ran throughout the summer and into the fall. Team members from Durham came to DUML for the weekend so we had the whole team together. We had an oyster roast and went to the North Carolina Seafood Festival to celebrate!
- Centennial Event at The National Aquarium
Juliet joined Duke’s Centennial Event at The National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland. This event spotlighted Duke’s Climate Commitment and the important role of research in climate and environmental sustainability, especially ocean sustainability efforts. Juliet spoke on a panel along with Drs. Lisa Campbell and Steve Roady, moderated by Dr. Andy Read.
