Scott E. Van Bramer

Scott E. Van Bramer is a Professor and Chair of Environmental Science and Sustainability at Widener University. He holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Colorado Boulder (1992). His expertise spans environmental analysis, chemical instrumentation (e.g., mass spectrometry and NMR), and innovative teaching strategies. He has been recognized with awards including the 2017 Philadelphia Section ACS Teaching Excellence Award and the 2014-2017 Distinguished University Professor title.

Van Bramer's research focuses on environmental chemical analysis and advancing undergraduate education. He has published on topics like heavy metal adsorption, plant volatile detection via GC-MS, and writing skill development in STEM. He emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving in teaching, advocating for active learning over passive content delivery.

• Education: PhD in Chemistry (1992, University of Colorado Boulder), BA/BS from Colorado College.
• Affiliations: American Chemical Society (ACS).
• Media Expertise: Science & Environment, Liberal Education, and Remote Teaching Strategies.

His institutional contributions include leadership roles and grants focused on pedagogical innovation. He has advised students in chemistry and sustainability programs, though specific advisee names are not listed.