USGS Friday's Findings - August 9, 2024

**Title:** One Health, One Environment: Environmental Chemistry’s Integrative Approaches in Advancing the One Health Paradigm

**Date:** August 9, 2024, at 2:00-2:30 pm Eastern/11:00 -11:30 am Pacific

**Speaker:** Dr. Erin L. Pulster, Research Biologist, USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center

Join us for an enlightening session with Dr. Erin L. Pulster as she explores the intersecting realms of environmental chemistry and the One Health Paradigm. This pivotal approach recognizes that human health, animal health, and ecosystem health are inextricably linked. Dr. Pulster will delve into the integrative methodologies employed within environmental chemistry to advance this holistic perspective.

The One Health Paradigm seeks to foster collaboration across multiple disciplines, such as veterinary science, human medicine, environmental science, and public health. It emphasizes the necessity of understanding how environmental factors influence disease emergence, spread, and control, as well as overall ecosystem health. Dr. Pulster will share groundbreaking research and innovative practices that highlight the profound impact of environmental chemical processes on these interconnected health dimensions.

Dr. Pulster's extensive work at the USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center has been instrumental in uncovering the intricate relationships between environmental contaminants and health outcomes. Her insights will shed light on how pollutants affect wildlife populations and, by extension, human health, serving as a stark reminder of our shared vulnerability and the importance of a unified health approach.

Attendees can expect to gain a deepened understanding of how environmental chemistry contributes to detecting, analyzing, and mitigating various hazards. Dr. Pulster will discuss state-of-the-art techniques and tools used in her research, including advanced chemical analysis, biomonitoring, and risk assessment frameworks. This talk will also address the broader implications for policy development aimed at protecting and promoting the health of all species and ecosystems.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a leading expert about the critical role of environmental chemistry in advancing the One Health Paradigm. Tune in on August 9, 2024, from 2:00-2:30 pm Eastern/11:00 -11:30 am Pacific to gain valuable insights and foster a more integrated approach to health and environmental stewardship.