Professor Dr. Stephen Whittaker

Biography

Stephen G. Whittaker is an Affiliate Associate Professor specializing in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences. He holds a PhD from University College London. Whittaker's work primarily revolves around environmental health, chemical hazards, and risk assessment, focusing on underserved populations. He manages the Hazardous Waste Management Program for Public Health – Seattle & King County, orchestrating research initiatives to address hazardous exposures and promote safe alternatives in communities. His recent projects include efforts to reduce chemical exposure risks in the dry cleaning industry and promote safer options like water-based products. He is deeply involved in mentorship and actively seeks to implement social justice principles in his research. Whittaker's academic and professional endeavors reflect his commitment to health and safety, particularly for vulnerable communities, by pioneering strategies to mitigate lead exposure and enhance workplace safety.

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