Meg Mc Ardle
About Meg Mc Ardle
Meg McArdle is a Senior Managing Scientist at Exponent, where she conducts environmental assessments for pharmaceuticals and chemicals, specializing in ecological risk assessments for hazardous waste sites. She holds a B.S. in Zoology from the University of Rhode Island and an M.S. in Marine Environmental Sciences from Stony Brook University.
Work at Exponent
Meg Mc Ardle has been a part of Exponent since 2006, initially serving as a Senior Scientist until 2013. She transitioned to the role of Senior Managing Scientist in 2024. Throughout her tenure, she has conducted environmental assessments for pharmaceuticals and chemicals, focusing on ecological risk assessments for Superfund, RCRA, and state-led hazardous waste sites. Her work emphasizes the evaluation of the effects of heavy metals and organic chemicals on aquatic invertebrates, fish, and wildlife. Meg utilizes risk assessment, causal analysis, and weight-of-evidence approaches to address environmental challenges.
Education and Expertise
Meg Mc Ardle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Rhode Island and a Master of Science degree in Marine Environmental Sciences from Stony Brook University. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her specialization in endocrine disruption in fish and wildlife. Meg's expertise extends to evaluating the impacts of heavy metals and organic chemicals on various aquatic organisms, contributing to her effectiveness in environmental assessments.
Background
Meg Mc Ardle has over 17 years of experience in environmental science, with a focus on ecological risk assessments. She has worked at Exponent for a significant portion of her career, beginning as a Senior Scientist in 2006 and advancing to Senior Managing Scientist in 2024. Her work is primarily based in Maynard, MA, and the Greater Boston area, where she has developed a reputation for her analytical skills and knowledge in environmental issues.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Meg Mc Ardle has contributed to various environmental assessments and risk evaluations. Her work on ecological risk assessments for hazardous waste sites has been integral to understanding the environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals and chemicals. She employs a range of methodologies, including risk assessment and causal analysis, to provide scientifically defensible solutions to complex environmental problems.