Interested in learning about septic systems and how they work to protect human health and the environment? Wondering how best to take care of your system so that it continues to function at maximum efficiency? Find out about common types of septic systems, their components and functions, and actions you can take to keep your system performing well over time!

Alissa Cox is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Natural Resources Science Department at URI, where she teaches an undergraduate course about natural resource conservation and co-teaches a graduate level course with Dr. Sunshine Menezes on public engagement with science. She is also the director of the New England Onsite Wastewater Training Program, which aims to educate wastewater professionals about septic system design, function, best practices, and relevant scientific research findings. Alissa recently graduated with her PhD from URI’s Laboratory of Soil Ecology and Microbiology, which is led by Dr. José Amador. Her research interests include performance of various nitrogen-removing advanced septic system technologies, greenhouse gas emissions from different septic system components, and the effects of climate change on septic systems in near-shore areas, as well as effective science communication and inclusive teaching practices in the STEM field in general.

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