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Dr Tamsyn Uren Webster is a Lecturer in Biosciences at Swansea University, affiliated with the School of Biosciences, Geography and Physics. Her research focuses on environmental challenges impacting animal and ecosystem health, particularly using molecular tools to explore adaptive responses mediated by microbiomes and epigenetics. She holds a PhD in Molecular Ecotoxicology from the University of Exeter (2014–2014*).
- Current roles: Lecturer, Editorial Board Member (Journal of Fish Biology), Review College Member (British Ecological Society)
- Research expertise: Sustainable aquaculture, ecotoxicology, epigenetics, transcriptomics
Her work examines how organisms adapt to environmental stressors like pollution and climate change, with recent projects investigating microbiome dynamics in fish under various conditions. Key contributions include studies on microplastic impacts, parasite detection via eDNA, and the role of host genetics in microbiome composition.
Publications span over 40 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics like fish health, aquaculture sustainability, and environmental DNA applications. She co-leads the BIO258 Animal Physiology and BIO340 Professional Laboratory Skills modules, emphasizing integrative physiology and molecular techniques.
- Supervised 10+ postgraduate students in topics ranging from microbiome-stressor interactions to amphibian conservation
- Recipient of £1.2M+ in research grants for projects like 'Functional Microbiomes in Aquaculture' and 'Microbial Adaptation to Climate Change'
Her lab collaborates internationally on projects involving environmental DNA, epigenetic biomarkers, and sustainable aquaculture solutions. Current initiatives include optimizing microalgal feeds and tracking invasive species using molecular tools.
