J.C. MURRELL

Methanotrophs are aerobic, Gram-negative bacteria that utilise methane, a potent greenhouse gas, as a sole carbon and energy source..... Isoprene (2-methyl-1,3-butadiene) comprises approximately one third of the total volatile organic compounds emitted to the atmosphere, an amount that is approximately equal to emissions of methane..... We study the environmental microbiology of key biogeochemical cycles using a wide range of techniques. Our research spans the physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology/genetics, genomics and ecology of bacteria that grow on one-carbon (C1) compounds, especially methane, and trace gases such as isoprene. For an overview of research activities and details of ongoing projects see below.

Also known as: MURRELL LAB WEBSITE

Primary location: Norwich United Kingdom