The Wells Environmental Biotechnology and Microbial Ecology (WE BioME) Lab works at the interface of environmental biotechnology and microbial ecology, with an emphasis on microbial diversity, dynamics, interactions, and function in engineered and impacted natural aquatic systems. Water and urban sustainability are central themes of our research efforts, and our location on the shores of Lake Michigan is a constant and critical reminder of the importance of water stewardship and environmental protection.