Geoffrey Puzon

Dr. Geoffrey Puzon is a Senior Research Scientist at CSIRO, leading the Beneficial Biofilm Interactions unit within the Industry Environments Program/Environment Research Unit. His work focuses on microbiology, biofilm dynamics, and bioremediation in complex systems like drinking water distribution networks and contaminated aquifers.

• Affiliation: CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation), Australia.

Dr. Puzon employs laboratory, field-based, and Omics techniques to address real-world challenges in environmental microbiology. His research integrates multidisciplinary collaborations with experts in chemistry, hydrology, and modeling.

Research Interests: Drinking water microbiology, biofilm ecology, bioremediation, stormwater recycling, managed aquifer recharge, biogeochemistry, and microbial community analysis are central to his work. His team investigates how microorganisms interact with infrastructure and subsurface environments to develop sustainable solutions.

Academic Qualifications:

• PhD in Microbiology (2004), Washington State University.
• BSc in Biology (Genetics and Cell Biology, 1995), Washington State University.

Professional Experience:

• Team Leader, Resource Sector Biotechnology Team (2017-2023), CSIRO.
• Senior Research Scientist, CSIRO Land and Water Flagship (2015-present).

Scientific Awards:

• R&D Excellence Award (Australian Water Association (WA-Branch)) 2020-2021.
• CSIRO Land and Water Science Excellence Award 2017-2018.

Contact: Located at PO BOX 7229, Karawara WA 6152, Australia. Email: Geoffrey.puzon@csiro.au.