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Dr. Michael Melcer

Department Head, Department of Math & Science

Professor, Department of Math & Science

 

Year Started

1996

Education

  • PhD Chemistry SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
  • MS Chemistry SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
  • BS Chemistry State University of New York at Stony Brook

Teaching Interests

  • General Chemistry
  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Oceanography
  • First Aid
  • Outdoor Emergency Care
  • CPR  

Research Interests

The study of both classic and emergent contaminants in the environment and has published articles related to both air and water pollution.

 

Last updated: Monday, December 8, 2025

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