Daniel Jackson Smith

Daniel Jackson Smith is an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo's School of Nursing, specializing in environmental and occupational health. He directs the ROPEH Lab, focusing on occupational and public health research with global partnerships. His work integrates data science methods like natural language processing and machine learning with community-based participatory research, particularly among Spanish-speaking populations. Smith holds advanced certifications as an AGPCNP-BC nurse practitioner and CNE educator. He actively practices primary care for unhoused individuals in Buffalo and serves as board chair for the Alliance of Nurses for Health Environments.

• Education: PhD in Nursing from Emory University (with MSN, BSN, BA in Biology/Spanish)

Research interests include heat exposure impacts on kidney health, lead exposure effects, and harm reduction strategies. His data science expertise spans sentiment analysis, network analysis, and predictive modeling in public health contexts. Smith has secured grants totaling $70k+ for occupational safety protocols and lead exposure projects.

Recent publications emphasize heat-related illnesses, kidney function biomarkers, and agricultural worker health. His work bridges clinical practice with environmental advocacy, highlighted by fellowships from the American Academy of Nursing and leadership roles in nursing environmental health initiatives.