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Dan Brabander is a Professor of Geosciences at Wellesley College, with a focus on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of environmental geochemistry and public health. He has collaborated with institutions such as MIT’s Parsons Lab and Harvard School of Public Health, contributing to the development of the emergent discipline of 'GeoHealth.'
His research explores the fate and transport of legacy metals in urban environments, sustainable agriculture, and community-driven scientific engagement. Projects led by Brabander have received media attention from NPR, Boston Globe, and Time Magazine.
- Ph.D., Brown University
- M.A., SUNY Binghamton
- B.S., SUNY Binghamton
Brabander’s work emphasizes transdisciplinary systems thinking and project-based learning, particularly in courses like 'Paradigms, Predictions, and Joules' and 'Environmental, Health, and Sustainability Sciences.' His team includes undergraduates, community scientists, and non-profit partners.
Recent publications highlight his expertise in urban geochemistry, metal contamination, and community science, with a focus on sites like Tar Creek Superfund Site and Walden Pond. His research spans microplastics, lead mobility, and innovative compost remediation techniques.
- Wellesley College’s Pinanski Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2010)
Brabander’s collaborations with media outlets and advocacy groups underscore his commitment to actionable science and environmental justice in STEM education.
