Laura Suppes

Laura M. Suppes, PhD, MPH, REHS, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a MPH in Public Health Administration and Policy from the University of Minnesota and a PhD in Environmental Health Sciences from the University of Arizona.

Research Interests

• Chemical and biological hazard remediation in water
• Quantitative Microbiological Risk Assessment (QMRA)
• Recreational water safety and health impacts
• PFAS exposure risk analysis
• Float tank facility operational practices

Professional Contributions

• Member of the Model Aquatic Health Code Technical Review Committee
• Pool and Hot Tub Alliance instructor for Certified Pool Operator courses
• Consultant for CDC and National Environmental Health Association on pool code standardization
• Current research on cyanic acid effects in swimming environments
• Research focusing on PFAS exposure risks

Contact Information

• Office: Hibbard 360
• Phone: 715-836-5977
• Email: suppeslm@uwec.edu