Dr. Edmund Seto

Professor

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Biography

Edmund Y. W. Seto is a Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington. He earned his PhD in Environmental Health Sciences from the University of California, Berkeley. His research centers on assessing exposure risks associated with environmental and occupational health, employing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and innovative technologies. Dr. Seto studies exposure assessments in built environments, air pollution, and infectious agents within global health frameworks. His expertise extends to clean air and water, sustainable community practices, and health equity. He leads a rapid prototyping lab that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at UC Berkeley and co-directed the Health Impact Group, where he advanced Health Impact Assessments. Dr. Seto also directs the UW Center for Environmental Health Equity, contributing to various EPA-funded initiatives. He is committed to mentorship and community-engaged research.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-08-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Leading research in the fields of environmental and occupational health focused on exposure assessment and community health.

Associate Professor

2015-08-01 — 2020-05-01

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Conducted research and taught in the areas of environmental health, exposure assessment, and health impact assessment.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.