Goals
The goal of the chemical equity VIP team is to explore chronic chemical exposures in occupations tangentially using chemicals, such as agriculture, transportation, constructions sectors. The team will be analyzing state and federal data leveraging molecular understanding of the chemicals reactivity, physical properties and toxicity profiles. Relationships between chemical exposure and economic, social and racial backgrounds will be studied. Results will be published original research papers and students will be co-authors of the publications.
Issues Involved or Addressed
The questions that the chemical equity team will explore are positioned at the intersection of chemistry, public health and social justice. Is there equity and equitable protection to chemicals in non-scientific professions which tangentially use chemicals? Which populations are more at risk to be exposed to harmful to health chemicals? Which chemicals are most likely to lead to chronic exposures and illnesses in non-technical professions? Do the current state and federal legislatures adequately and accurately monitor, protect and report chronic exposures to harmful chemicals? Which safeguards and safety measures are currently in place to protect (vulnerable) workers with (limited) resources? How chemists and scientists can effectively and actively support the broader public and workers’ awareness and safety in occupations which do not require technical trainings?
Methods and Technologies
Academic Majors of Interest
- Computing
- Engineering
- Ivan Allen
- Other›Pre-Law
- Sciences
Preferred Interests and Preparation
No preparation required
Meeting Schedule & Location
Team Advisors
- Chemistry and Biochemistry