Scott Belcher

Scott Belcher is a **Professor** in the Department of Biological Sciences at **North Carolina State University (NCSU)**. He is affiliated with the David Clark Labs and leads research in environmental and health effects of PFAS through initiatives like the NIEHS-funded Superfund Center and the Center for Human Health and the Environment. His work focuses on understanding environmental contaminants' impacts on wildlife, domestic animals, and human health, with particular emphasis on endocrine disruptors like bisphenol A (BPA) and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Belcher's research integrates advanced analytical methods (e.g., non-targeted mass spectrometry, machine learning) to study PFAS exposure in ecosystems and human populations. Notable projects include biomonitoring studies in alligators, fish, and domestic animals, as well as exploring PFAS interactions with serum albumin and protein binding mechanisms. He has contributed to debates on regulatory standards for BPA and PFAS, emphasizing the need for stricter policies to protect public health.

His work bridges environmental science, toxicology, and clinical research, with applications in cardiovascular health, reproductive pathology, and neurodevelopmental effects. Belcher collaborates extensively with academic and regulatory institutions, including the NIH’s NTP CLARITY-BPA consortium, to advance evidence-based approaches in chemical safety assessment.