Department of Environmental Health
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Metals
Department of Environmental Health faculty members are at the forefront of examining how metal exposure impacts human health and development. Our research has been critical to defining public health policy, including helping to define critical new EPA standards for the amount of lead in drinking water and investigating the impact of ongoing contamination at Superfund sites.
Metals became increasingly prevalent in the environment in the 20th century. Unlike many other contaminants, they do not degrade over time, increasing the risk of long-term exposures. Lead, arsenic, mercury, and other metals have been linked to cognitive decline in older adults and neurodevelopmental impacts in children.
Researching the health impact of metals is key to understanding and mitigating the effects of exposure, particularly in early life.
Faculty
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