Michel AUFFRET

Michel AUFFRET is a University Professor at the University of Western Brittany, affiliated with the LEMAR Laboratory. His research focuses on environmental toxicology, particularly biomonitoring in anthropized coastal ecosystems. He specializes in using biomarkers to assess water quality, pollution impacts, and ecosystem health. Key areas include marine invertebrates (e.g., mussels, oysters), heavy metal toxicity, climate change effects, and ecotoxicological methodologies.

His work integrates field studies with laboratory experiments, addressing multi-stressor environments and emerging contaminants. He has contributed to projects like SASHIMI, advancing biological monitoring frameworks under EU directives. Over 40 years of publications highlight expertise in biomarker applications, immunotoxicology, and environmental policy.

Research spans diverse species (zebra mussels, blue mussels, oysters) and environments (estuaries, harbors, sub-Antarctic regions). He explores physiological responses to pollutants, thermal stress, and pathogen challenges. Collaborative efforts include international symposia and methodological advancements in ecotoxicology.

• Key Themes: Water quality, biomarkers, marine pollution, climate impacts, invasive species
• Techniques: Flow cytometry, gene expression analysis, field surveillance
• Applications: Policy support, environmental risk assessment, ecological restoration