James Smith

James Smith is a Professor in the Department of Earth, Environment & Society at McMaster University. His research focuses on hydrogeology, contaminant transport, and environmental engineering, with a particular emphasis on groundwater contamination dynamics, remediation of contaminated sites, and the environmental fate of pollutants. He has contributed to studies on PFAS contamination, surfactant-induced flow in porous media, and the transport of volatile contaminants. Smith teaches courses such as Contaminant Hydrogeology, Physical Hydrogeology, and Soils and the Environment, reflecting his expertise in environmental systems. His work has been recognized through collaborations in major initiatives, including a national project on water resource management.

• Education: Not explicitly listed in the text.
• Research Interests: Groundwater contamination, soil remediation, environmental chemistry, and pollutant transport.
• Teaching: Contaminant Hydrogeology (EARTHSC 6WB3/4WB3), Physical Hydrogeology (EARTHSC 3W03), and Soils and the Environment (ENVIRSC 2B03).
• Grants/Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed; however, his involvement in collaborative projects suggests active research funding.
• Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

Smith’s publications span topics including PFAS pollution in surface waters, submarine lobe deposits, and hepatitis C elimination strategies, demonstrating interdisciplinary contributions to environmental and public health challenges.