| Institution: | Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) |
| Department: | Aquatic Health Sciences |
| Expertise: | Biogeochemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Education, Oceanography, Stream Health, Toxicology, Water Quality, Water Treatment, toxic chemicals |
| Chesapeake Management Areas: | Water Quality, Toxic Contaminants |
| Research interests: | Organic pollutants in aquatic organisms, flame retardants in the environment, plastic debris and microplastics. |
| Email: | hale@vims.edu |
| Web Address: | www.vims.edu/people/hale_rc/index.php |
