546: Investigating the Impacts of Geochemistry and Nanoscale Materials on our Planet - Dr. Michael Hochella




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Summary: Dr. Michael Hochella is a University Distinguished Professor Emeritus at Virginia Tech. His research is at the intersection of nanoscience and environmental geochemistry. He studies very small things that can impact the health of the planet and the health of humans. Since childhood, Mike has been fascinated by airplanes and flying, and he received his pilot’s license as an undergraduate student. Over 45 years later, he still delights in seeing Earth from the pilot’s seat thousands of feet above ground.