Karen Merritt

Biography

Karen received her PhD from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Maine. Her research examined the impacts of industrial mercury pollution on coastal aquatic ecosystems. Karen currently works as an environmental and public health engineer, focused principally on water quality and remedial design for contaminated sediment sites. When not working, Karen enjoys old cameras and street photography.

Fellow Activity

Fellows in the News | Sep 22, 2021
Settlement proposed to clean up mercury in the Penobscot River
Fellows in the News | Dec 3, 2018
Merritt awarded grant for public health/street art project in Maine
Fellows in the News | Feb 28, 2017
Merritt chosen for artist/farmer partnership in Maine
Fellows in the News | Dec 21, 2016
Merritt wins fellowship to document mercury and silver mining history in Spain and Mexico
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Fellow at a Glance

Fellowship Year:
2006
Academic Background:
University of Maine at Orono, Ph.D.
Current Position:
Environmental Engineer
Expertise:
Engineering, Chemistry, Toxicology
Environmental & Public Health
Water Resources
Currently Working On:
Environmental Engineering and Community Health Advocacy
Email:
kmerritt1@gmail.com

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