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Dr. William Otto is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Maine at Machias (UMM), specializing in environmental chemistry and energy sustainability. He focuses on environmental monitoring of Downeast rivers critical to the endangered Atlantic Salmon, integrating chemical analysis into coursework. His research emphasizes acid rain impacts and energy-related projects, such as developing UMM's greenhouse gas inventory and guiding EPA-funded green building initiatives.
- Education: Ph.D., University of Kansas; B.A., MidAmerica Nazarene University
Research interests include environmental conservation, energy policy, and applied chemistry in ecological preservation. He has mentored student teams on sustainability projects since 2004, including EPA P3-funded green infrastructure studies and climate action planning. Courses taught include Environmental Studies: Issues and Actions, emphasizing project-based learning.
No scientific awards are explicitly listed. His advising and grants highlight collaborative work with students on environmental projects. He is affiliated with UMM’s academic and sustainability teams, contributing to campus-wide environmental initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with UMM’s environmental science programs, though specific lab names are not mentioned.
