Michael Schaefer

Michael Schaefer served as a PBRC Postdoctoral Fellow at Soka University from 2019-20. His research focuses on ensuring equitable access to safe drinking water globally, emphasizing water quality over scarcity. He expressed enthusiasm for mentoring student-led projects and integrating global citizenship principles into teaching. Affiliated with Soka’s academic community, he contributed to courses on Pacific Basin studies and water resources.

Research interests include water security, environmental justice, and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability. He prioritized involving students in applied research projects, reflecting Soka’s mission of fostering socially engaged scholarship.

No specific scientific awards or publications were explicitly listed in the provided texts. His work aligns with institutional goals of addressing global challenges through education and research.