Human Health Risks, Health Equity, and Environmental Justice

Richard Neitzel, PhD, MS, CIH, FAIHA, is an Associate Professor of Environmental Health Sciences and Global Public Health at the University of Michigan. He specializes in exposure science, focusing on the characterization of exposures to noise, heavy metals, and other ototoxic substances, along with psychosocial stressors and injury risk factors. Neitzel's research spans both domestic and international contexts, incorporating innovative methodologies and exposure sensing technologies to enhance public health practices. He is currently leading a national study in partnership with Apple Inc. to assess music and noise exposure impacts on hearing and cardiovascular health.In addition to his academic role, Neitzel serves as a consultant for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) on noise exposure reduction strategies. His extensive teaching portfolio includes courses such as "Climate Change, Sustainability, and Global Public Health" and "Environmental Hazards and Global Public Health." With a commitment to translating research findings into practical applications, Neitzel actively contributes to advancing occupational and public health through his work at the University of Michigan.