Naji Bassil

Naji Bassil is an Honorary Research Fellow specializing in microbial metabolism in extreme environments. His work focuses on understanding mechanisms by which microbes survive under harsh conditions, particularly in nuclear waste environments and contaminated aquifers. He employs high-throughput sequencing, bioinformatics, and geochemical techniques to study microbial interactions in extreme settings.

Research interests include geomicrobiology, bioremediation of radioactive waste, and microbial contributions to arsenic mobilization. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water and sustainable management of chemical wastes.

Education: PhD in Microbial Degradation of Cellulose Under Alkali Conditions (2015), supervised by Prof. John Lloyd and Dr. Neil Bryan.

Key Projects: Investigating microbial colonization in cementitious radioactive waste facilities and arsenic mobilization dynamics in aquifers. His studies span geochemical, molecular, and imaging approaches to address environmental challenges.

Labs/Teams: Associated with the Dalton Nuclear Institute, focusing on interdisciplinary research in energy biotechnology and nuclear waste management.

Grants and Funding: While specific grants are not listed, his research aligns with major initiatives in environmental microbiology and sustainable waste management.