Education:
- Ph.D. Texas A&M University 1997
- B.A. University of North Carolina 1993
Appointment(s):
- Professor of Pharmacology
- Research Professor in the Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Interests:
The research of Dr. Willett focuses on understanding the multigenerational and epigenetic mechanisms underlying carcinogenic, endocrine disruptive and developmental effects of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon exposure using fish models; Fish embryo and gill toxicity of manufactured silver nanoparticles; and Environmental effects of coastal disasters including Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.