Science & Technology
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Centers of Excellence on Environmental Health Disparities Research
collaborative effort that encourages basic, biological, clinical, epidemiological, behavioral, and/or social scientific investigations of disease conditions that are known to be a significant burden in low socioeconomic and health disparate populations
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Database Calibrated Assessment Product (DCAP) Panel
DCAP panel page
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BOSC Meetings
All BOSC Meetings
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National Performance Audit Program (NPAP) for Gaseous Monitoring
Information on the NPAP program.
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Ozone (O3) Air Quality Standards - Documents from Review Completed in 2020 (including documents related to reconsideration)
The Clean Air Act requires EPA to set national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for six pollutants considered harmful to public health and the environment
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Guidance & Training
Access guidance and training for Superfund site assessment processes, including pre-CERCLA Screening, Preliminary Assessment/Site Inspection, and Hazard Ranking System.
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TMDLs at Work: Fremont Lake #20
The documents detail the Fremont Lake #20 TMDL at work.
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Results for Aerosol Treatment Technology Evaluation with Grignard Pure
This study may identify products and devices that demonstrate efficacy in reducing airborne virus concentrations.
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Assessing SARS-CoV-2 Virus Levels in Sewage
Preliminary research indicates that monitoring wastewater for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 may be a sensitive early indicator of low levels of infections in the community. An early warning system would help health officials prevent the spread of infection.
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Facial Coverings and Masks
In a series of projects started at the request of University of North Carolina (UNC) Hospitals in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, EPA investigators collaborated with the university to test face masks and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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John Archer, M.S., C.I.H.
This scientific research is important for those who respond to environmental emergencies and those who may be affected by environmental emergencies.
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Aerosol Treatment Technology Evaluation
Updated web content for Aerosol Treatment Technologies- Cold Plasma Bipolar Ionization Device
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Sanjiv R. Shah, Ph.D.
EPA scientist biosketch
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Sang Don Lee, Ph.D.
My research supports EPA’s Homeland Security research by evaluating and developing methods for remediation and sampling and by improving the understanding of Chemical, Biological, and Radiological agent behavior in the environment.
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Lukas Oudejans, Ph.D.
The focus of my research is how to clean surfaces. That sounds easy enough but if you think of surfaces that are contaminated with highly toxic chemicals or biological pathogens, cleaning a surface takes on a different meaning.
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Jay L. Garland, Ph.D.
More sustainable approaches to water systems, including various forms of water reuse, are of increasing interest across the Nation. EPA's work benefits greatly from close association with a group of utilities and local/state public health agencies.
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Developing a Salivary Antibody Test
EPA researchers have developed a simple, easy-to-collect, low cost, non-invasive antibody test using saliva samples.
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Alternative Disinfection Devices
Alternative disinfection approaches, such as ultraviolet (UV) light, are being considered to complement routine cleaning and disinfection practices.
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September 21 Results of Disinfection Methods for PPE Intended for Reuse
PPE material with inoculated viruses is tested for efficacy of disinfection
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COVID-19 Researcher Profiles
Profiles of EPA Researchers working to reduce the risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.