Dhimiter Bello

Dhimiter Bello, Sc.D., M.Sc. is the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies and a Professor at the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Lowell. His expertise spans nanotoxicology, analytical toxicology, occupational health, and environmental health, with a focus on PFAS toxicology and exposure reduction strategies.

Education:

• Sc.D. in Occupational & Environmental Hygiene (2002), University of Massachusetts Lowell
• MSc in Environmental Sciences and Policy (1997), University of Manchester, UK
• BSc in Industrial Chemistry (1993), University of Tirana, Albania

Research Focus:

Dr. Bello’s research addresses hazardous chemical exposures in high-risk industries, promoting safer-by-design materials and technologies. Recent work includes PFAS toxicity, oxidative stress mechanisms, and workplace nanoparticle exposure mitigation. He develops biomonitoring tools and intervention strategies to prevent occupational diseases, particularly in construction and nanotechnology sectors.

Key Contributions:

• Advanced methods for documenting toxic exposures in workers
• Developed interception glove samplers for isocyanate monitoring
• Investigated printer-emitted nanoparticles’ health impacts
• Pioneered studies on PFAS-induced liver disease and dietary mitigation strategies

Labs & Affiliations:

He leads the Center for Pathogen Research & Training (CPRT) and collaborates with Singaporean workplaces and Canadian populations. His work integrates omics approaches and interdisciplinary teams to address complex environmental health challenges.