Richard (Rick) Neitzel, PhD, CIH

Dr. Richard (Rick) Neitzel is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Michigan, where he also serves as the Director of the Center for Occupational Health and Safety Engineering. His research focuses on exposure science, particularly the characterization of exposures to noise, heavy metals, and other ototoxins, as well as psychosocial stressors and injury risk factors in both occupational and community settings. Dr. Neitzel is dedicated to integrating novel methodologies and exposure sensing technologies into his work, aiming to translate research findings into practical applications for public health. He is the principal investigator of the Apple Hearing Study, which assesses sound exposure impacts on hearing and cardiovascular health among a large participant group. With a strong background in industrial hygiene, he has contributed significantly to understanding environmental and occupational hazards through various collaborative projects globally.