Welcome to the website of the Westenberg Lab in the Department of Biological Sciences at Missouri S&T. Our lab is interested in the various applications of microorganisms in science and engineering as well as the societal implications of those applications. We have a nice collection of diverse microbes and enjoy collaborating with colleagues in a wide variety of disciplines.

Latest Lab News

Gabrielle Hightower and Shay Pelfrey present their research at the Missouri State Capitol on April 6

Amelia Markwell presented her research at the  First Year Research Experience (FYRE) symposium.

Shay Pelfrey earned first place in the undergraduate research conference oral sciences presentation category.