Heidi Hutner

Heidi Hutner is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Stony Brook University with joint affiliations in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and Women's and Gender Studies. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, Seattle (1993). Hutner's research bridges environmental literature, ecofeminism, and environmental justice, with particular focus on nuclear studies and gender-environment intersections.

Her research explores:

• Environmental humanities through literary and film analysis
• Ecofeminist responses to nuclear disasters
• Intersections of gender, race, and environmental justice
• Maternal environmental activism and health impacts
• Climate narratives and ecological grief

Publications demonstrate strong focus on nuclear studies (44%), ecofeminism (31%), and environmental justice (25%), with increasing attention to climate change and pandemic intersections in recent works. Research outputs have evolved from literary criticism toward environmental justice advocacy and documentary storytelling.

Awards and honors include:

• Audience Award for Best Documentary, Dances With Films Festival (2022)
• Sierra Club Long Island's Award (2015)
• FAHSS Award SUNY Stony Brook (2010)
• Dual Women’s Studies Teaching Awards (2006, 2008)
• Multiple graduate fellowships including University of Washington Teaching Stipend

Currently co-investigator on NIH grant 'Three Mile Island Low-level Exposure to Radioxenon' (2023-2025). Leads documentary projects including the award-winning RADIOACTIVE: The Women of Three Mile Island and produces the interview series Coffee with Hx2 featuring environmental experts.