I have a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and have done a great deal of research in Environmental Remediation.  Environmental Remediation is a fancy way of saying finding ways to make the environment cleaner.  I have worked on projects to design eco-friendly particles that were capable of removing toxic substances (like heavy metals) from water.  I have also spent some time improving analytical methods used for analyzing nanoparticles and inorganic polymers.

Currently, I work as an Industrial Hygienist in government and spend a lot of my time reviewing and assessing industrial hazards (e.g. airborne particulate hazards).  My work focuses primarily on ways workers can protect themselves from health hazards while at work (e.g. wearing respirators) and the bulk of my time is spent researching, reading, writing and interpreting the science behind workplace hazards and methods of protection.

When I’m not doing at work, I’m also a full time wife and mom, a Chemistry Adjunct Professor, volleyball coach, mentor and champion of STEM+Art (or STEAM) outreach.

As a chemistry student, I was inspired and encouraged by my Chemistry professors and have been dedicated ever since to give back to students and academia.  I teach both General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry and enjoy sharing my passion for Science with my students both in the classroom and in my recently published children’s book, Building My Self-eSTEAM in Science.