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Dr Aaron Schultz is a Lecturer in Animal Biology at Deakin University, Victoria, Australia. Dr Schultz conducts independent and collaborative research in environmental and human toxicology, and aquatic animal physiology. He is involved in several collaborative projects with colleagues at the TERI-Deakin Nanobiotechnology Centre, Gurgaon, India.
What are you working on right now? My research group uses a variety of research methods and animal models to assess the toxicity risks of chemicals of emerging concern (e.g. nanomaterials, micro- and nanoplastics and agrichemicals) to aquatic environments and humans. These methods and models are also used to develop safety risk profiles for new nanomaterials being developed as fertilisers for agriculture.
What gets you excited about work? Making new discoveries and playing a small part towards protecting our Blue Planet for future generations to enjoy.
What’s the best part of your work? Mentoring and training the next generation of scientists and researchers, and meeting new people from diverse backgrounds that share my love of science.
What sparked your interest in your field? Since I was a child, I have always loved the outdoors and had a strong fascination for the diverse animals that live in each unique environment.
