Women in Science

Women in Science promotes the accomplishments and contributions of female scientists at Ecology.
Women in Science promotes the accomplishments and contributions of female scientists at Ecology.

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Ready for summer!
Halfway through this year of pandemic and upheaval, summer brings much to do — and appreciate.
Women in Science: Jenifer Parsons
Jenifer Parsons is at the forefront of Washington’s fight against invasive plants. For the past 26 years, she has monitored aquatic plant populations throughout the state.
Feb. 23, 1970 - A step closer to Ecology's creation
On Feb. 23, 1970, Gov. Dan Evans signed into law a bill creating Washington's new Department of Ecology, set to open July 1 of that year.
State adds airboat to its oil spill response toolbox
State of Washington's purchases airboat to use in sensitive coastal areas.
Women in Science: Arati Kaza

Chemist Arati Kaza is our quality assurance officer and this month's woman in science.

Women in Science: Sheelagh McCarthy

Sheelagh McCarthy is a surface water quality specialist and computer modeler.

Women in Science: Brandee Era-Miller

Brandee Era-Miller has been a natural resource scientist here for almost 19 years. Brandee studies chemicals like pesticides, metals, and flame retardants to detect their sources.

Women in Science: Laura Hermanson

Laura Hermanson is a scientist with the BEACH Program. She keeps beachgoers safe by sampling high-use beaches for fecal bacteria and warning people when it isn’t safe to recreate in the water.

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