Director of Research
Dr. Danielle (Dani) E. McBride is an environmental epidemiologist and exposure scientist committed to advancing community-driven research in environmental health. She serves as an Assistant Professor of Public Health and Kinesiology at Calvin University, where she founded and directs the Biomechanics & Balance Lab, leading interdisciplinary research that examines the impact of environmental exposures on neurodevelopment and injury.
Dr. McBride earned her PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Cincinnati, where she trained through the prestigious National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) T32 Molecular Epidemiology in Children’s Environmental Health Training Program under the mentorship of leading experts in environmental, public, and occupational health and safety.
Her research integrates advanced biomarker assessment with community-based participatory research (CBPR) to address health risks associated with environmental exposures, including manganese and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Through this approach, Dr. McBride prioritizes scientific rigor while ensuring that affected communities are actively engaged in the research process.
Dedicated to translating complex data into practical, actionable solutions, Dr. McBride emphasizes transparent communication and community empowerment to support healthier indoor and outdoor environments. Her work is also informed by lived experience, which has shaped her research interests in indoor environmental mold exposure and care farm and ranch therapy.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. McBride is known by her favorite title, Mrs. McBride, reflecting her deep commitment to her husband and family—an influence that continues to guide both her research and advocacy.
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