Considerable expertise in water related research exists within the department. Dr. Helena Solo-Gabriele's research has focused on evaluating the relationship between the environment and human health. Her research has spanned diverse areas including evaluating the impacts of chemicals in the environment and evaluating the impacts of microbial contaminants in coastal zones. Dr James Englehardt’s effort focus on developing energy-positive systems to manage municipal water and wastewater systems. Dr. David Chin’s area of expertise is in water systems focused on water quality, watershed management, flood modeling, and coastal systems. Synergies in water related engineering issues are available through faculty at RSMAS and within other units of the University, in particular with the life and physical sciences.
