Susan Kane Driscoll
About Susan Kane Driscoll
Susan Kane Driscoll is a Managing Scientist at Exponent Inc, where she has worked since 2006. She holds a B.S. in Natural Resources from the University of Rhode Island and a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences from UMass Boston, and has extensive experience in ecological risk assessments and sediment quality benchmarks.
Work at Exponent
Susan Kane Driscoll has been employed at Exponent Inc as a Managing Scientist since 2006. In this role, she has contributed to various projects related to environmental science and risk assessment. Her responsibilities include directing ecological risk assessments for RCRA, Superfund, and hazardous waste sites, catering to industrial, utility, and governmental clients. Driscoll's expertise in environmental programs has enabled her to negotiate their acceptance with state and federal authorities.
Education and Expertise
Susan Kane Driscoll holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resources from the University of Rhode Island, where she studied from 1979 to 1981. She furthered her education at UMass Boston, earning a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences from 1987 to 1994. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her extensive experience in environmental science, particularly in ecological risk assessments and environmental fate studies.
Background
Susan Kane Driscoll has a solid academic and professional background in environmental science. She began her studies in Natural Resources at the University of Rhode Island and later pursued a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences at UMass Boston. Over the years, she has developed a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues, focusing on sediment quality and contaminant toxicity.
Achievements
Driscoll has published extensively on the bioavailability and toxicity of sediment-associated contaminants. She has also served as a reviewer for the development of emerging sediment quality benchmarks. Her work in designing and conducting laboratory and field aquatic toxicity studies is characterized by rigorous quality assurance practices, highlighting her commitment to scientific integrity and environmental protection.