Research interests
chemistry , environmental-science , earth-science
Bio
"The focus of my research is on lead contamination, remediation, and education. As a mother of a child with elevated blood lead levels at an early age, I have decided to turn my research around and investigate how to effectively remove lead from soil and water. I have also begun working with children and parents to prevent unnecessary lead poisoning in children. Lead poisoning is the number one health issue in children that can be prevented. As an advocate for integrating science into our community, I am committed to serving as a bridge between chemistry and community engagement. Under my leadership, students contribute to improving the local environment and have been gaining a deeper understanding of how their scientific knowledge can positively impact the community."
Dr. Deavers earned her Ph. D degree in Environmental Chemistry and Technology at the University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague, Czech Republic, and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). She also participated in Ph.D. intensive training and fieldwork in biomonitoring, bioavailability, and microbial transformation of pollutants in sediment and approaches to stimulate their degradation at the University of Genoa, Italy. She completed a Ph.D. intensive course in Uptake and Effects of Xenobiotics in Plants at the Royal University of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Denmark, and completed a Ph.D. course studying Trends in Remediation of Soil and Sediment at the University of Wageningen, Netherlands.
