Jeremy Gernand

Jeremy Gernand is an Associate Professor in the John and Willie Leone Department of Energy & Mineral Engineering (EME) at Pennsylvania State University, within the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. His research focuses on risk assessment, occupational safety, environmental health, and the engineering implications of nanomaterials and particulate matter exposure.

His research interests span Risk Assessment, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health, Nanomaterials, Pulmonary Toxicity, and Engineering Safety. He investigates how incomplete data can be used to improve safety and reliability in engineering systems, particularly in energy and mining contexts. His work integrates toxicological data, environmental monitoring, and policy analysis to inform safer design and regulation.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in environmental risk analysis, nanotoxicology, and policy impact assessment, particularly related to Marcellus Shale development, aerosol exposure, and occupational hazards in energy sectors. His interdisciplinary approach combines computational modeling, experimental toxicology, and public health data to assess real-world risks.

While no specific awards are listed in the provided text, his research has been featured in outlets like popsci.com and pennlive.com, indicating public and scientific relevance.

Dr. Gernand advises students and collaborates on projects related to environmental health and safety, including the EnvironMentors program, which builds STEM skills for future scientists. He has received seed grants, such as the Human Health and the Environment grant, supporting interdisciplinary research. His work involves collaborations across engineering, public health, and atmospheric science.

His research projects include Collecting and Characterizing Saharan Dust and Associated Pathogens for Evaluating Disease Risk and studies on Particulate Matter Emissions from Marcellus Shale Operations, indicating active field and laboratory-based investigations into environmental exposures and health outcomes.