Research

Adelaide Exposure Science and Health has research interests spanning occupational and environmental exposure science relating to chemical, physical and biological hazards.

We have a strong track record for applied research that investigates the impacts of occupational and environmental hazards on human health. Our research group includes expertise in industry wide studies in health care, pest control, manufacturing, emergency services and mining industries. Much of our research looks at translational health outcomes. Through this applied research, Adelaide Exposure Science and Health aims to provide empirical evidence that can be translated into policy and practice to support the protection and promotion of human health through the control and prevention of exposure to hazards.

Our diverse and applied research interests reflect the broad range of experience and skills within the group. They include: 

• Indoor air pollution and vapour intrusion
• Occupational and community exposure studies
• PPE testing 
• Skin and surface chemical exposure studies
• Work and vision
• Illicit drug residues in community housing

Research team

Lead researchers

Director
Associate Professor Sharyn Gaskin

Adjunct Professor Dino Pisaniello

Both Associate Professor Sharyn Gaskin and Adjunct Professor Dino Pisaniello are available for supervision of Higher Degree by Research students including honours, masters and PhD.

Interested students should contact or Associate Professor Gaskin directly to discuss potential research projects at Adelaide Exposure Science and Health.

Research staff

Senior Research Fellow
Dr Leonid Turczynowicz

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Dr Chandnee Ramkissoon

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Dr Yonatal Mesfin Tefera

Research Officer
Ryan Jurkowski

Research students

PhD Student
Gebisa Kabito

Research reports

• The Generation of Test Atmospheres for Occupational Hygiene Laboratory Evaluation of Organic Vapour Monitoring Devices
• Thermal comfort guidelines