Dr. Kim Boekelheide

Professor

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Biography

Kim Boekelheide is a recognized authority in environmental and occupational toxicology, serving as Professor at Brown University School of Medicine. He has focused his career on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which environmental toxicants impact testicular function. His research primarily emphasizes the development of innovative in vitro approaches for safety assessment and the discovery of sperm biomarkers that reflect testicular injury, supported by continuous funding from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences since 1985. As an advocate for transformative changes in toxicity testing, Boekelheide has contributed to major reports on the future of toxicity testing and has led initiatives to integrate bioinformatics into toxicological evaluations. He has received numerous accolades, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Toxicology, acknowledging his significant contributions to the field. His work not only influences scientific understanding but also aims to impact public health through enhanced methodologies for assessing chemical safety. Throughout his career, he served as Director of the Superfund Research Program at Brown University, emphasizing strong partnerships between academia, government, and community stakeholders to address pressing environmental health issues.

Research Interests

Awards

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Lifetime Achievement Award

2015-01-01
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Burroughs Wellcome Toxicology Scholar Award

Courses

Environmental Health and Disease Toxicology

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics