Researcher
West Haven, Connecticut, United States
Led impactful class projects aimed at raising awareness and promoting understanding of pressing environmental issues, such as global warming, declining polar bear populations, elevated CO2 and NO2 levels, road salt pollution, lithium scarcity for electric vehicles, and California water shortages and drought.Played a pivotal role in shaping safer pharmaceutical practices and policies by evaluating potential hazards linked to pharmaceutical waste and pollution.Conducted extensive research on soil heavy metal contamination in brownfield sites, advancing knowledge of soil pollution sources and innovative cleanup techniques.Analyzed water quality and bathymetry of a pond in Willington, CT, providing essential data crucial for local conservation initiatives.Executed a terrestrial survey field study in Tolland County, CT, enhancing insights into tree growth dynamics for improved forest management and sustainable forestry strategies.Utilized ArcGIS to analyze the progression of COVID-19 in CT, contributing to targeted measures for more effective management.Leveraged ArcGIS to enhance understanding of the intricate relationship between deer population and Lyme disease in CT, aiding in the development of wildlife plans to curtail the spread of Lyme disease.Collaborated with Park authorities to identify critical bear habitats in Great Smoky Mountain National Park, enabling focused conservation endeavors and bolstering wildlife management practices.Led a comprehensive study on the Superfund Site in Durham-Middlesex County, CT, delivering vital data and recommendations for the remediation and revitalization of hazardous waste sites.Undertook an extensive macrobenthos field study in Fenton Lake, Willington, CT, deepening comprehension of aquatic ecosystem health and biodiversity.
