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RTP Speakers Bureau

John Wambaugh

EPA researcherJohn Wambaugh is a scientist at EPA's Center Computational Toxicology and Exposure. He applies his training in physics and computer science to biological systems, using computers to study the kinetics of how potentially-toxic chemicals distribute within the body. John got his start in science by entering his area science fair in the fourth grade and ultimately received his Ph.D. in physics from Duke University in 2006.

Presentation Audience Duration Availability

Sand Science: The Physics of "Granular Media"

Grades
9-12,
College, Community

45 - 60 
minutes

Evening and
Weekend

The Physics of Kevin Bacon: The Scientific Study of Networks

Grades
9-12,

College, Community

45 - 60 
minutes

Evening and
Weekend

Why Does the EPA Study Toxicology?

Grades 9-12,
College, Community

45 - 60 
minutes

Evening and
Weekend

What are Biological Models?

Grades
9-12,

College, Community

45 - 60 
minutes

Evening and
Weekend

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Travel is limited to approximately 50 miles from Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) area. All travel is up to the discretion of the speaker.
  • There is no charge for a speaker.
  • Submit requests at least 4 weeks in advance.
  • Requests limited to two speakers per event.
  • If you have a large event and would like to request multiple speakers from EPA, Contact the Speakers Bureau for assistance.

Confirmation Policy: 
If you need to cancel or reschedule please contact the speakers as soon as possible but no later than 1 week prior to the presentation.

Requested speaker: John Wambaugh

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