Research for the 21st Century
EPA is forging a path forward to develop sustainable solutions to the nation's highest priority science needs. Our six integrated research programs provide the scientific foundation, methods, and tools the Agency needs to fulfill its mission of protecting human health and the environment.
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| Air Chemical Safety Climate Change Ecosystems Health | Homeland Security Land and Waste Management Risk Assessment Sustainability Water |
Scientists at Work
Environmental chemist Linda Sheldon, Ph.D, studies chemical exposure risks, particularly to children.
It All Starts with Science Blog
"Watching actress Claire Danes accept an Emmy for her role in HOMELAND reminded me that homeland security is neither out of sight nor out of mind," writes Jonathan Herrmann, Director of EPA's National Homeland Security Research Center. Read the post!
Science Matters Newsletter
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EPA's water research is the focus of the latest issue of the Science Matters newsletter. Read the issue.
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math
Learn about upcoming and recent science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) events and how young scientists and engineers support the Agency's mission to protect human health and the environment.
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