Dr. Jennifer Sass
Senior Scientist, Environmental Health & Nature
Jennifer Sass brings to her job a highly specialized expertise in U.S. chemicals policy. Much of her work is focused on understanding and explaining the science behind toxic chemical regulation and on advocating for regulations that are consistent with science, health policy, and environmental law. She frequently provides testimony and scientific briefings for members of Congress and federal advisory committees and is a lecturer at George Washington University’s department of environmental and occupational health. She has a master’s degree and a PhD in anatomy and cell biology from the University of Saskatchewan and has done postdoctoral work in toxicology at the University of Maryland. She is based in NRDC's Washington, D.C., office.
Publications
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Neonic Pesticides Threaten Human Health
Fact SheetUnited StatesDr. Jennifer Sass, Daniel Raichel
Roughly half of all Americans are exposed to neurotoxic neonic pesticides on any given day, and children are especially at risk.
Nontoxic Ways to Protect Your Pet
How-ToUnited StatesKaren L. Smith-Janssen
How to find family-friendly flea and tick products that will provide effective care without skull and crossbones ingredients.
The EPA Must Rely on Proven Methods
Fact SheetUnited StatesDr. Jennifer Sass
Misuse of new approach methodologies will harm workers, communities, and ecosystems.