Patricia Redden

Patricia Redden is a Professor of Chemistry at Saint Peter’s University, where she has served as department chair for 30 years and contributed to numerous university committees. She holds a Ph.D. from Fordham University and a B.S. from Cabrini College (now Cabrini University). Her research focuses on laboratory safety, particularly the integration of service dogs in academic settings. She is a Fellow of the American Chemical Society and the Division of Chemical Health and Safety, reflecting her decades-long leadership in chemical safety governance. Dr. Redden is also an active volunteer with Canine Companions for Independence, a track and field official at national and Paralympic levels, and a chorister performing at Carnegie Hall. She advises the Collin’s Chemistry Club and has authored influential works on safety protocols and accessibility in laboratories.

Her professional affiliations include governance roles within the American Chemical Society (ACS), where she chairs committees on chemists with disabilities and chemical safety. She has presented widely on topics like service dogs in labs, safety guidelines for secondary schools, and forensic chemistry education. Her work bridges academic rigor with community engagement, emphasizing inclusivity and safety across disciplines.

• Key Awards: Fellow of the American Chemical Society, Fellow of the Division of Chemical Health and Safety.
• Grants & Advising: No explicit grants noted, but her extensive presentations and publications indicate sustained academic engagement. Advises the Collin’s Chemistry Club.
• Labs/Teams: Focus on chemical safety research through ACS committees and institutional initiatives.