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Biology
An Integrated Approach to Accelerate Innovation Across the Biological Sciences
From bioinformatics, to ecology and neuroscience, Battelle’s expertise and innovative approaches provide solutions to the greatest issues facing our global community. Battelle solves complex problems for commercial and government clients.
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Bioaerosol Science
Some of the world's best bioaerosol experts work every day at Battelle. They apply their expertise to solve government and commercial clients' greatest challenges in national security and health.
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Bioassessment
Battelle's bioassessment experts evaluate the biological condition of a body of water using biological surveys and other direct measurements of the resident biota to create comprehensive, science-informed strategies and solutions for our government
and commercial clients. Explore our solutions and contact a Battelle expert today to learn more.
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Biological Chemistry
Every day, Battelle biochemistry experts explore the chemical processes within and related to living organisms and apply their research to solutions in health, national security, environment and industry. Explore our solutions and contact a Battelle expert today to learn more.
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Biological Engineering
Battelle biological engineers work at the crossroads of biology and engineering and in collaboration with other Battelle Solvers deliver solutions ranging from advanced materials to neurotechnology.
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Biomedical Engineering
Our biomedical experts conduct applied research to everything from efficacy testing of medical countermeasures to medical device innovation. Battelle’s Biomedical Research Center (BRC) contains the largest privately owned Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3)
facility in the United States.
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Bioremediation
Battelle is leading the way in the development of new approaches for bioremediation. Our team brings unmatched scientific and technical expertise, as well as a deep understanding of regulatory requirements to find new and innovative options.
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Cell and Molecular Biology
Every day Battelle's molecular biologists unlock the secrets contained in cells and macromolecules to shed new light on challenges ranging from pathogen identification to forensic analysis and more.
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Ecology
Climate change is complex, requiring a broad perspective that spans climatology, natural ecosystems, social and economic systems, and infrastructure. Battelle teams collaborate across disciplines to apply a “climate lens” to understand risks,
vulnerabilities and deliver solutions for our government and commercial clients. Explore our solutions and contact a Battelle expert today to learn more.
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Environmental Toxicology
Get clear, defensible data for product registration, environmental impact studies or remediation efforts. Battelle experts provide environmental toxicology studies for agrochemicals, chemical and biological warfare agents, and chemicals used by the energy
and manufacturing industries. Explore our solutions and contact a Battelle expert today to learn more.
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Forensic Chemistry and Biology
Battelle's forensic chemistry and biology Solvers can quickly identify and characterize biological, chemical and mixed samples, including new and emerging chemical and biological agents. Integrated chemical and biological analysis allows us to characterize
all of the components in a sample for a more complete forensic investigation.
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Genomics
Battelle experts apply a full range of genomics expertise to solve industry and government's most difficult challenges.
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Immunology
As infectious disease threats like Coronavirus, Zika, Ebola and Chikungunya emerge, Battelle immunology experts are uniquely positioned to provide advanced expertise and capabilities to accelerate scientific discovery for infectious disease research,
efficacy and safety, testing and evaluation.
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Microbiology
Battelle microbiologists solve the world's greatest challenges in health, national security, environment and industry.
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Neurobiology
Battelle's cross-disciplinary approach to solving our client's greatest neurotechnology challenges requires a deep understanding of the biological mechanisms by which nervous systems mediate behavior. Explore our solutions and contact a Battelle expert today to learn more.
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Virology
Battelle virology experts deliver successful nonclinical trials of oncolytic viral therapies by working with infectious agents and non-standard regulatory pathways in the largest private BSL-3 containment laboratory in the United States.
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Featured Experts
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Justin Sanchez, Ph.D.
Battelle Technical FellowSanchez leads scientific advancement across our broad portfolio of life science offerings in medical devices, pharmaceutical research, biosecurity, and public health. So far, he has published more than 100 peer-reviewed papers, authored two books on the design of neurotechnology, and holds seven patents. -
Amy Dindal
PFAS Program ManagerResponsible for coordinating and overseeing Battelle enterprise-capabilities in PFAS including laboratory analyses, site characterization, contaminant remediation, and health risk management/communication that delivers value-added, tailored environmental restoration solutions. -
Neeraj Rao
Business Leader, Computational BiosecurityNeeraj has 20 years of experience in the biotechnology and healthcare industries. His career has spanned everything from co-founding a venture-backed tech startup to leading global business development efforts at publicly traded biotechnology companies. -
Rachel Spurbeck, Ph.D.
Genomics Senior Research ScientistRachel is leading the advancement of the fields of biosurveillance of infectious diseases through wastewater-based sequencing, and exposure health through epigenomic signature identification for development of diagnostics and therapeutics. She also supports commercial projects in molecular assay development for cancer screening and other medically relevant precision health diagnostics.
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Sam Colachis
Biomedical EngineerColachis focuses on developing assistive technologies that improve the quality of life for individuals with physical or cognitive challenges. He is a key member of the Battelle NeuroLife® program and played a major role in the development and clinical execution of a neural bypass technology that restores conscious control of the fingers and hands to individuals with spinal cord injuries.
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Jill Harvilchuck, Ph.D.
Research LeaderJill is Research Leader for the Highly Toxic Materials group at the Battelle Biomedical Research Center (BBRC). Her work focuses primarily on development of countermeasures for chemical warfare agents such as nerve agents. Currently, she is leading a project to study the efficacy of pyridostigmine bromide for use as a pre-treatment for exposure to various chemical agents.
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