oEPA
United States
Environmental Protection
Agency
Prevention, Pesticides
And Toxic Substances
(TS-794)
EPA 743-B-92-001
September 1992
EPA Biotechnology
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ALPHABETICAL LISTING
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OFFICE OF ENFORCEMENT (OE)
OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL (OGC)
OFFICE OF PESTICIDES PROGRAM (OPP)
OFFICE OF POLICY, PLANNING AND EVALUATION (OPPE)
OFFICE OF POLLUTION PREVENTION AND TOXIC (OPPT)
OFFICE OF PREVENTION, PESTICIDES AND TOXIC SUBSTANCES (OPPTS)
OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
REGIONS
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BIOTECHNOLOGY DIRECTORY
ALPHABETICAL
NAME: Robert J. Allen
TITLE: Acting TRI Program Manager
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 5, Environmental Sciences
Division, Pesticide and Toxics Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: SP-14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-353-5871
PAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Group handles TSCA Sections 4, 5,8,12,
and 13 including PMNs. Background in environmental
engineering with a Ph.D. in Bioengineering. Ten years in
academic and public health.
NAME: Robert Andrei
TITLE: Economist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/RIB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7693
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Preparation of the Regulatory Impact
Analysis for the proposed TSCA rule and preparation of
economic assessments in connection with standard reviews
of biotechnology PMNs.
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NAME: Mary Jane Angelo, J.D.
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Rm. W1031
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7524
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Advises on FIFRA biotechnology matters
and related issues.
NAME: Karl H. Arne
TITLE: Pesticide Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 10
MAIL CODE: AT-083
PHONE NUMBER: 206-553-8577
FAX NUMBER: 206-553-0110
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Region 10 pesticide section
biotechnology contact, Chemist.
NAME: H. Kay Austin, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/EED
MAIL CODE: TS-798
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3927
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0018
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Assess Environmental Fate and Non-
occupational exposure of genetically modified micro-
organisms released to the environment; gene stability and
gene transfer; protocol review; field test data review.
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NAME: Pat Bagley
TITLE: Plant Pathologist/Entomologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/IRB
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5412
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6920
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works mostly with pheromones and
fungal entomopathogens.
NAME: Donald Baumgartner
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: ESD/PTSB, EPA Region 5, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: SP-14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-886-7835
FAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: As a general biologist, with a
specialty in medical entomology, provides reviews of
biotechnology products used as pesticides under FIFRA.
Technical assistance relating to biotechnology is also
provided to Region 5.
NAME: David Bays, Ph.D
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EEB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6449
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Biological pesticides/biotechnology/
transgenic plant pesticides/ecological effects risk
assessment.
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MAKE: Clay Beegle, Ph.D.
TITLE: Entomologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5893
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviewer/insect pathologist/member
OPP biotechnology workgroup.
NAME: Bob Benson
TITLE: Senior Policy Analyst
ORGANIZATION: OPPE/TSPB
MAIL CODE: PM-220
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8668
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OPPE analyst for OPPT biotechnology
activities (including TSCA Rule).
NAME: Frederick S. Betz
TITLE: Acting Chief, Science Analysis and Coordination
Staff
ORGANIZATION: OPP/SACS/EFED
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6307
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates development and imple-
mementation of OPP's Regulatory Program for Biological
Pesticides.
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Name: Joan Blake
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CMD/CRB
MAIL CODE: TS-798
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6236
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-1724
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for writing Headquarters
permits for disposal of PCBs with Bioremediation
processes.
NAME: Michael W. Broder, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist; Technical Integrator
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/CREB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3498
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Microbiologist - Technical Integrator
for TSCA biotechnology PMNs. Assembles the individual
ecological, human health, exposure, and chemistry reports
into the final integrated risk assessments for standard
reviews of biotechnology PMNs.
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Name: Diane D. Buxbaum
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 2, Pesticides and Toxics
Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: MS-105
PHONE NUMBER: 908-906-6893
FAX NUMBER: 908-906-6788
BRIEF DESCRIPTION Epidemiologist/Biologist. Liaison
person for biotechnology issues and responsible for
technical assistance for the Pesticides and Toxic
Substances Branch.
NAME: Alan H. Carpien, J.D.
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Km. W1045
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7217
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Advises on TSCA biotechnology
matters and related issues.
NAME: Ellie Clark
TITLE: Rule Editor
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3402
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118 or 202-260-1216
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the development
of the biotechnology rule for TSCA and interpretation of
the 1986 Policy Statement. This includes addressing
policy issues that arise and may affect the biotechnology
regulations. OPPT representative on the workgroups for
the FIFRA biotechnology rule and transgenic plants
policy.
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NAME: Edward H. Cohen
TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 3, TSCA Enforcement Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT31
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-7668
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Biotechnology Coordinator;
Sections 5,8,12,13, GLP and 6 (disposal methods for
PCBs). Chemist with strong biochemical, GLP, Biology
and previous biotechnology experience (Pre-1970).
NAME: David F. Cole •
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 6, Pesticides Section,
Pesticides and Toxics Branch, Air, Pesticides and
Toxics Division
MAIL CODE: 6T-PT
PHONE NUMBER: 214-655-7239
FAX NUMBER: 214-655-2164
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Biotechnology Test Compilation,
Arkansas Special Initiatives. Background: 24 years in
research and development in chemical processing of
semiconductor devices at Texas Instruments. Bachelor of
Science in Chemistry, Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, M.B.A.
NAME: Leonard Cole
TITLE:
ORGANIZATION: OPP
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7801
FAX NUMBER:
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
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NAME: Christina Colt,
TITLE: Environmental Engineer
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 10, Toxic Substances Section
MAIL CODE: AT-083
PHONE NUMBER: 206-553-8577
FAX NUMBER: 206-553-0110
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Core TSCA Coordinator (includes tech-
nical assistance, review of HQ documents, and enforce-
ment of biotechnology rules). Background: Mechanical
Engineering degree from U.C. Davis with emphasis on bio-
engineering for Aquaculture and Aquatic medicine.
NAME: Larry Culleen
TITLE: Chief, New Chemicals Branch
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3725
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates policy and. procedural
issues arising in the TSCA biotechnology program.
NAME: Glenda Dugan
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: Region 9, Pesticides and Toxics Branch
MAIL CODE: A-4-5
PHONE NUMBER: 415-774-1066
FAX NUMBER: 415-774-1073
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Sub-Lead Regional Coordinator for
biotechnology, responsible for regional review, technical
assistance for TSCA and FIFRA biotechnology issues.
Background: Biologist with USDA-ARS in food safety
research.
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NAMEi Laura Dye
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/IRB/RO
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6891
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works mostly with pheromones,
microbial and transgenic plants.
NAME: Tracy Fitzgerald
TITLE: Regional Liaison
ORGANIZATION: OPP/FOD/ROB/RSS
MAIL CODE: H7506C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6140
FAX NUMBER: 703-308-3259
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responds to regional concerns,
problems, and informational needs. Principal OPP liaison
for Regional Biotechnology Teleconference calls.
NAME: Robert J. Frederick, Ph.D.
TITLE: ORD Biotechnology Research Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: ORD/OEPER/R&D
MAIL CODE: RD-682
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-5971
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-6370
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Liaison for Biotechnology Research
with Regulatory Program Offices, Federal Agencies,
Academia, and International Programs. Advanced degree in
Microbiology and Molecular Biology; Research Scientist
(8 years), Regulatory Program (OTS, 4 years).
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NAME: Damon P. Frizzell
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TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 7
MAIL CODE: ARTX/TOPE/PPDS
PHONE NUMBER: 913-551-7560
PAX NUMBER: 913-551-7065
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Masters Degree in Weed Science, from
Oklahoma State University. Five years experience in crop
research and field development. Two years experience in
regional pesticides program.
NAME: Scott Garrison
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OE/TLD
MAIL CODE: LE-134P
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3073
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1347
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OE representative on TSCA and FIFRA
biotechnology rules.
NAME: David Giamporcaro
TITLE: Section Chief, Biotechnology Program
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6362
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for managing the TSCA
biotechnology program, including review of biotechnology
PMNs, interpretation of the 1986 Policy Statement, and
development of the proposed TSCA biotechnology
regulations.
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NAME: Susanne Giannini
TITLE: Senior Policy Analyst
ORGANIZATION: OPPE/PPB
MAIL CODE: PM-220
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7570
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-0174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OPPE Analyst for OPP biotechnology
activities (including FIFRA Rule and Transgenic Plant
Policy).
NAME: Jerry Gidner
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OE/TLD
MAIL CODE: LE-134P
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8694
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-1347
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Headquarters Attorney newly assigned
to OPP Transgenic Plants workgroup. Background in Bio-
logy and Zoology.
NAME: Carl Grable, Ph.D.
TITLE: Plant Pathologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7392
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Registration specialist for
biotechnology products which are fungicides, herbicides,
nematocides or plant regulators.
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NAME: R. Paul Grimm
TITLE: Compliance Inspector, Chemical Engineer
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 8, Air, Radiation and
Toxics Division, Toxic Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: SART-TS
PHONE NUMBER: 303-293-0981
FAX NUMBER: 303-294-7559
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Compliance Inspector under TSCA
Sections 5 and 8 and EPCRA - Title III Section 313. More
than 30 years of experience in the Chemical and Chemical
Related Industries, including plant operations and plant
design.
NAME: Steven M. Hassur, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Chemist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/ICB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1735
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Directs the biotechnology chemical
review activities of the Industrial Chemistry Branch
(ICB) in ETD. An organic chemist, with research
experience in analytical biochemistry, DNA/RNA synthesis,
enzymology, and immunology.
NAME: Linda A. Hollis
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/IRB/RD
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6397
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the scientific review
of data and labels for the registration of biologicals/
genetically engineered microbial pesticides.
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NAME: Shirley D. Howard
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3780
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118 or 202 260-1216
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for initiating the
HQ/Regional Teleconference calls and developing the
Biotechnology directory. Serves as liaison between the
TSCA biotechnology program, and OPP, other HQ offices,
and the Regions. Also assists the senior Program
Managers during standard reviews of Biotechnology PMNs.
NAME: Phil Hutton
TITLE: Supervisory Biologist - Product Manager (18)
ORGANIZATION: Insecticide/Rodenticide Branch
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7690
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Heads Product Management Team 18,
responsible for registration of Microbial, Botanical,
Biochemical and Transgenic Insecticides.
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NAME: Y'Vonne Jones-Brown, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/IMD/CIS/CDB
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1549
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1657
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Expertise: Microbiologist with know-
ledge/experience purifying and characterizing active bio-
logical substances. Duties: Inventory - develop
policies/interpretative guidance and procedures for
describing microorganisms on the Inventory; make
Inventory status determinations; participate in
development of TSCA Biotechnology rule; participate in
review of Biotechnology submissions.
NAME: Robert W. Koethe
TITLE: Pesticides Expert
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 1, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: APP
PHONE NUMBER: 617-565-3702
FAX NUMBER: 617-565-4939
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
NAME: John L. Kough
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-2833
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviews toxicity, taxonomy and DNA
construct data to support biological pesticides regis-
trations. Expert in plant pathology, microbial taxonomy,
and molecular biology.
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NAME: Leo LaSota, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5774
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works with transgenic plant
pesticides, gene flow and environmental fate.
NAME: Cynthia A. Lewis
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/IMD/PALS/CDB
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-4399
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1675
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Attorney dealing with Confidential
Business Information (CBI) issues and related matters.
NAME: Susan Lewis
TITLE: Product Manager
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB/Team 21
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6900
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-1825
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works with registration of fungicides
and herbicides.
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NAME: Don Lott (FIFRA)
TITLE: Section Chief, Pesticides Management Section
ORGANIZATION EPA Region 3
MAIL CODE: 3AT32
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-9870
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Entomologist/Environmental Scientist;
20 years professional experience in pesticides field; 5
years with EPA.
NAME: Greg Macek
TITLE: Chemical Engineer
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-9597
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Develops occupational exposure and
environmental release assessments for biotechnology PMNs.
Also provides technical support to 5(h)(4) exemption
assessment process.
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NAME: Sharlene Matten, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS, Science and Policy Staff
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. in biochemistry (plant-pathogen
interaction) in 1989 from Oklahoma State University.
Post-doctoral work in prokaryotic molecular biology at
the University of Maryland. Joined EPA in June 1991 as
part of the OPPTS Assistant Administrator's Science and
Policy staff. Duties are to help coordinate and develop
biotechnology policy under FIFRA, TSCA, and FFDCA.
Serves as a liaison between OPPTS and OPP.
Name: Susan Mayer.
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 4, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: 4 APT
PHONE NUMBER: 404-347-3222
FAX NUMBER: 404-347-1681
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Regional contact person for Biotech-
nology in Region 4, Pesticides Section. Background in
Biology and Microbiology.
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NAME: J. Thomas McClintock, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7973
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-5174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Involved in the toxicological evalua-
tion of data pertaining to microbial and biochemical pest
control agents, and in the evaluation of the molecular
construction of genetically engineered microbial and
transgenic plant pesticides for regulatory compliance.
Participates in the development of policy and in the
establishment of guidelines for transgenic pesticidal
plants. HED Product Manager for biochemical pesticide
products.
NAME: .Gwendolyn McClung, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/EEB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1272
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-7883
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Soil Microbiologist responsible for
ecological hazard assessments for deliberately modified
microorganisms and for development of an ecological tier-
testing scheme for such microorganisms.
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NAME: Michael L. Mendelsohn
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/Product Management Team 18
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5409
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Member of OPP Biotechnology Work-
group. Product reviewer in Registration Division.
Insecticide/pesticides reviewer. Product Management
Team 18 contact for Bacillus thurinqiensis.
NAME: Elizabeth Milewski, Ph.D.
TITLE: Special Assistant for Biotechnology
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. - Molecular Biology, Institute
Pasteur, Paris, France.
NAME: Gordon E. Moore
TITLE: Environmental Scientist/Regional Pesticide Expert
ORGANIZATION EPA Region 3, Pesticides Management Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT32
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-9869
FAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Regional contact for FIFRA-related
biotechnology matters. Past experience - 28 years as
environmental scientist, entomologist, and insect
pathologist.
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Name: Ken Moss
TITLE: Program Manager
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3395
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Manages the 90-day review of TSCA
Premanufacture Notices submitted for biotechnology
products, and handles written and telephone inquiries
about the biotechnology PMN program.
NAME: Willie H. Nelson
TITLE: Senior Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RO
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6601
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviews administrative and scientific
data in support of microbial pesticide registration
actions under FIFRA.
NAME: Suzanne M. Parent
TITLE: Core TSCA Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 1
MAIL CODE: ATC-111
PHONE NUMBER: 617-565-3704
FAX NUMBER: 617-565-4939
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for regional review,
comment, and interaction on TSCA biotechnology rules,
policies, planning, outreach, and initiatives. Back-
ground: Biologist.
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SAME: David Phillippi
TITLE: Biologist
DRGANIZATION: EPA Region 7
HAIL CODE: ARTX/TOPE/TSCA
PHONE NUMBER: 913-551-7020
PAX NUMBER: 913-551-7065
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Grants, Case Review and Biotech-
nology.
NAME: Bob Pilsucki
TITLE: Microbiologist
DRGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7442
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Oversees review of environmental fate
concerns for biological pesticides.
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Name: DeLois Mitchell Powell, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CDB/IMD/CIS
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1547
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1657
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Areas of interest: ecology, immuno-
logy, and taxonomy. Experience: practical and clinical
laboratory work; teaching; research; oral and written
communication; associated training in regulation develop-
ment and wordprocessing skills.
Involved in biotechnology rule writing, specifically
addressing issues related to the Inventory and pre-
paration of Inventory descriptions for microorganisms;
supports review, identification, and status determination
of biotechnology submissions and the operation of the
Inventory; chairs and participates in workgroups related
to development and promotion of overall OPPT goals in
biotechnology.
NAME: Ernest A. Regna
TITLE: Chief, Pesticides and Toxic Substances Branch
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 2
MAIL CODE: MS 105, Bldg. 10
PHONE NUMBER: 908-906-6765
FAX NUMBER: 908-906-6788
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
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NAME: Patricia A. Roberts, J.O.
TITLE: Assistant General Counsel
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Rm. W1045
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7205
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates OGC involvement on FIFRA
and TSCA biotechnology matters and related issues.
NAME: Robert I. Rose, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB/PMT-21
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703 305-6700
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in applied insect
pathology. As a registrant, registered 20 B.t. vars.
Kurstaki and israelensis products. 20 + years public and
private experience with biocontrol and Integrated Pest
Management. 30 publications + 10 years overseas
experience.
NAME: Sally A. Sasnett
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: OCM/TEPB
MAIL CODE: EN-342
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7832
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0641
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Biotechnology enforcement
analyst for Office of Compliance Monitoring/TEPB.
Provides workgroup input and regulatory review related to
enforceability issues. Also provides enforcement policy
oversight for several other areas of TSCA.
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NAME: Philip G. Sayre, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/EEB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-9570
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-7003
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Review microbial products subject to
TSCA by examining (1) the genetic construct and (2) eco-
logical hazards posed by the microorganisms. Also has
OPPT lead for identifying biotechnology risk assessment
research needs. Specifically, is knowledgeable in areas
of (1) prokaryotic gene transfer (2) bioremediation and
oil pollution, (3) aquatic microbial ecology, (4) mole-
cular biology and (5) risks related to deliberately
modified nitrogen fixing bacteria.
NAME: Cindy Schaffer
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-2850
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Scientific reviewer for biotechnology
products.
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NAME: William R. Schneider, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist/Biotechnology Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7682
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinator for review of biological
products, OPP biotechnology research, and data require-
ments for microbial pesticides and plants.
NAME: Mark Segal, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/CREB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3389
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Risk assessment overview, development
of information tools for Biotechnology, budget develop-
ment, confirmation of organism identity for risk assess-
ment, Project Officer on risk information management
cooperative agreement with National Institutes of Health
on developing international biotechnology data networks
and related projects.
NAME: Heidi Siegelbaum
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8262
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Provides program attorney guidance on
any issues which are raised in conjunction with the TSCA
biotechnology program's work.
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NAME: Deborah Sisco
TITLE: Section Head
ORGANIZATION: OPP/PSPS
MAIL CODE: H7501C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7102
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6244
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responds to inquiries from Congress
and other outside groups. Reviews rules and policy
documents produced in OPP pertaining to biotechnology.
NAME: Roy Sjoblad, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7973
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Participates in policy development
for biological pesticides, and reviews molecular genetic
construction, taxonomy, and mammalian toxicity data/
information for microbial and transgenic plant
pesticides.
NAME: Bernice Slutsky, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/SACS
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7974
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6709
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinator for development of OPP
policy for transgenic plants.
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NAME: Edward L. Stearns
TITLE: Pesticide Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 8, Toxic Substances Branch,
Pesticide Section
MAIL CODE: 8 ART-TS
PHONE NUMBER: 303-293-1745
FAX NUMBER: 303-293-1229
RIEF DESCRIPTION: Refer use permits to enforcement.
Serve as a focal point for collecting information.
NAME: Arthur M. Stern, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Environmental Science Advisor
ORGANIZATION: HERD/OPPT
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-5281
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Serves as a reviewer of biotechnology-
related documents on an "as needed basis". These
include pre-PMN submissions, PMN submissions, certain
aspects of the Biotechnology rule, etc. Also serves as
a member of the Biotechnology Workgroup.
NAME: Kathy Taylor
TITLE: Regional Operational Branch Chief
ORGANIZATION: OPP/FOD/ROB/RSS
MAIL CODE: H7506C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7891
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-3259
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for coordination between
Headquarters (HQ) and EPA's Regional offices. This
branch coordinates Regional conference calls, mailings
and provides a forum for Regional participation in HQ's
activities.
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NAME: Gail Tomimatsu, Ph.D.
TITLE: Plant Pathologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/BAB/BEAD
MAIL CODE: H7503W
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-8133
PAX NUMBER: 703-308-8090
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Regulatory Plant Pathologist with
Office of Pesticide Programs; division lead with OPP
Biotechnology Workgroup. Academic Background: M.S.
Aquatic Microbiology, Ph.D. Ecology of Soil Micro-
organisms - Plant Pathology.
NAME: Jenny Tou, Ph.D.
TITLE: Chemist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/ICB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-5534
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Member of the biotechnology PMN
review team. Provides specific chemical information
about the PMN microorganism and/or its products,
including a detailed construct analysis. Organic chemist
with experience in recombinant DNA, organic synthesis,
protein and DNA/RNA purification; formerly a patent
examiner for patents utilizing nucleic acids.
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NAME: Bruce Wilkinson
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 5, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: SP-14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-886-6002
PAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Former Research Technician with USDA-
ARS in sugarbeet research, former farmer. Responsibili-
ties include FIFRA Biotechnology.
NAME: K. K. Wu
TITLE: TSCA Section 5 and 8 Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: Region 3, TSCA/TRI Enforcement Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT31
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-7683
FAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the development and
implementation of Regional TSCA Sections 5/8 compliance
monitoring program including the TSCA biotechnology rule.
Technical Background: chemical engineering and chemical
manufacturing process.
NAME: Jim Yang
TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 6
MAIL CODE: 6T-PT
PHONE NUMBER: 214-655-7578
NUMBER: 214-655-2164
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Section 5 and 8 Enforcement and
Technical expertise includes chemistry and toxicology.
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NAME: Larry Zeph, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS, Science and Policy Staff
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. - Microbiology, Penn State
University; Member of the Assistant Administrator's
Science and Policy staff. Primary role is to work with
program offices in the development of Biotechnology
Policy for OPPTS.
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OE
NAME: Scott Garrison
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OE/TLD
MAIL CODE: LE-134P
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3073
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-1347
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OE representative on TSCA and FIFRA
biotechnology rules.
NAME: Jerry Gidner
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OE/TLD
MAIL CODE: LE-134P
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8694
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-1347
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Headquarters Attorney newly assigned
to OPP Transgenic Plants workgroup. Background in
Biology and Zoology.
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OGC
NAME: Mary Jane Angelo, J.D.
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Rm. W1031
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7524
FAZ NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Advises on FIFRA biotechnology matters
and related issues.
NAME: Alan H. Carpien, J.D.
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Rm. W1045
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7217
FAZ NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Advises on TSCA biotechnology
matters and related issues.
NAME: Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.
TITLE: Assistant General Counsel
ORGANIZATION: OGC/PTSD
MAIL CODE: LE-132P, Rm. W1045
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7205
FAZ NUMBER: 202-260-2432
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates OGC involvement on FIFRA
and TSCA biotechnology matters and related issues.
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OPP
NAME: Pat Bagley
TITLE: Plant Pathologist/Entomologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/IRB
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5412
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6920
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works mostly with pheromones and
fungal entomopathogens.
NAME: David Bays, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EEB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6449
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Biological pesticides/biotechnology/
transgenic plant pesticides/ecological effects risk
assessment.
NAME: Clay Beegle, Ph.D.
TITLE: Entomologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5893
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviewer/insect pathologist/member
OPP biotechnology workgroup.
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NAME: Frederick S. Betz
TITLE: Acting Chief, Science Analysis and Coordination
Staff
ORGANIZATION: OPP/SACS/EFED
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6307
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates development and imple-
mentation of OPP's Regulatory Program for Biological
Pesticides.
NAME: Leonard Cole
TITLE:
ORGANIZATION: OPP
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7801
FAX NUMBER:
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
NAME: Laura Dye
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/IRB/RD
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6891
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works mostly with pheromones,
microbial and transgenic plants.
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NAME: Tracy Fitzgerald
TITLE: Regional Liaison
ORGANIZATION: OPP/FOD/ROB/RSS
MAIL CODE: H7506C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6140
PAX NUMBER: 703-308-3259
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responds to regional concerns,
problems, and informational needs. Principal OPP liaison
for Regional Biotechnology Teleconference calls.
NAME: Carl Grable, Ph.D.
TITLE: Plant Pathologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7392
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Registration specialist for
biotechnology products which are fungicides, herbicides,
nematocides or plant regulators.
NAME: Linda A. Hoi1is
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/IRB/RD
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6397
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the scientific review
of data and labels for the registration of biologicals/
genetically engineered microbial pesticides.
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NAME: Phil Button
TITLE: Supervisory Biologist - Product Manager (18)
ORGANIZATION: Insecticide/Rodenticide Branch
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7690
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Heads Product Management Team 18,
responsible for registration of Microbial, Botanical,
Biochemical and Transgenic Insecticides.
NAME: John L. Kough
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-2833
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviews toxicity, taxonomy and DNA
construct data to support biological pesticides regis-
trations. Expert in plant pathology, microbial taxonomy,
and molecular biology.
NAME: Leo LaSota, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5774
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works with transgenic plant
pesticides, gene flow and environmental fate.
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NAME: Susan Lewis
TITLE: Product Manager
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB/Team 21
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6900
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-1825
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Works with registration of fungicides
and herbicides.
NAME: J. Thomas McClintock, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7973
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Involved in the toxicological
evaluation of data pertaining to microbial and
biochemical pest control agents, and in the evaluation of
the molecular construction of genetically engineered
microbial and transgenic plant pesticides for regulatory
compliance. Participates in the development of policy
and in the establishment of guidelines for transgenic
pesticidal plants. HED Product Manager for biochemical
pesticide products.
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NAME: Michael L. Mendelsohn
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/Product Management Team 18
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-5409
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Member of OPP Biotechnology Work-
group. Product reviewer in Registration Division.
Insecticide/pesticides reviewer. Product Management
Team 18 contact for Bacillus thuringiensis.
NAME: Willie H. Nelson
TITLE: Senior Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-6601
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Reviews administrative and scientific
data in support of microbial pesticide registration
actions under FIFRA.
NAME: Bob Pilsucki, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/EFGWB
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7442
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Oversees review of environmental fate
concerns for biological pesticides.
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NAME: Robert I. Rose, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/RD/FHB, PMT-21
MAIL CODE: H7505C
PHONE NUMBER: 703 305-6700
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-6596
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in applied insect
pathology. As a registrant, registered 20 B.t. vars.
Kurstaki and israelensis products. 20 + years public and
private experience with biocontrol and Integrated Pest
Management. 30 publications + 10 years overseas
experience.
NAME: Cindy Schaffer
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-2850
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Scientific reviewer for biotechnology
products.
NAME: William R. Schneider, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist/Biotechnology Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7682
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6309
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinator for review of biological
products, OPP biotechnology research, and data require-
ments for microbial pesticides and plants.
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NAME: Deborah Sisco
TITLE: Section Head
ORGANIZATION: OPP/PSPS
MAIL CODE: H7501C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7102
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6244
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responds to inquiries from Congress
and other outside groups. Reviews rules and policy
documents produced in OPP pertaining to biotechnology.
NAME: Roy Sjoblad, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/HED/SACB
MAIL CODE: H7509C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7973
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-5147
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Participates in policy development
for biological pesticides, and reviews molecular genetic
construction, taxonomy, and mammalian toxicity data/
information for microbial and transgenic plant
pesticides.
NAME: Bernice Slutsky, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/EFED/SACS
MAIL CODE: H7507C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7974
FAX NUMBER: 703-305-6709
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinator for development of OPP
policy for transgenic plants.
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NAME: Kathy Taylor
TITLE: Regional Operational Branch Chief
ORGANIZATION: OPP/FOD/ROB/RSS
MAIL CODE: H7506C
PHONE NUMBER: 703-305-7891
PAX NUMBER: 703-305-3259
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for coordination between
Headquarters (HQ) and EPA's Regional offices. This
branch coordinates Regional conference calls, mailings
and provides a forum for Regional participation in HQ's
activities.
NAME: Gail Tomimatsu, Ph.D.
TITLE: Plant Pathologist
ORGANIZATION: OPP/BAB/BEAD
MAIL CODE: H7503W
PHONE NUMBER: 703-308-8133
PAX NUMBER: 703-308-8090
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Regulatory Plant Pathologist with
Office of Pesticide Programs; division lead with OPP
Biotechnology Workgroup. Academic Background: M.S.
Aquatic Microbiology, Ph.D. Ecology of Soil Micro-
organisms - Plant Pathology.
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OPPE
NAME: Bob Benson
TITLE: Senior Policy Analyst
ORGANIZATION: OPPE/TSPB
MAIL CODE: PM-220
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8668
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OPPE analyst for OPPT biotechnology
activities (including TSCA Rule).
NAME: Susanne Giannini
TITLE: Senior Policy Analyst
ORGANIZATION: OPPE/PPB
MAIL CODE: PM-220
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7570
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0174
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: OPPE Analyst for OPP biotechnology
activities (including FIFRA Rule and Transgenic Plant
Policy).
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BIOTECHNOLOGY DIRECTORY
OPPT
NAME: Robert Andrei
TITLE: Economist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/RIB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7693
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Preparation of the Regulatory Impact
Analysis for the proposed TSCA rule and preparation of
economic assessments in connection with standard reviews
of biotechnology PMNs.
NAME: H. Kay Austin, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/EED
MAIL CODE: TS-798
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3927
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0018
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Assess Environmental Fate and Non-
occupational exposure of genetically modified micro-
organisms released to the environment; gene stability and
gene transfer; protocol review; field test data review.
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NAME: Joan Blake
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CMD/CRB
MAIL CODE: TS-798
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6236
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-1724
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for writing Headquarters
permits for disposal of PCBs with Bioremediation
processes.
NAME: Michael W. Broder, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist; Technical Integrator
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/CREB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3498
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Microbiologist - Technical Integrator
for TSCA biotechnology PMNs. Assembles the individual
ecological, human health, exposure, and chemistry reports
into the final integrated risk assessments for standard
reviews of biotechnology PMNs.
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NAME: Ellie Clark
TITLE: Rule Editor
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3402
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118 or 202-260-1216
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the development
of the biotechnology rule for TSCA and interpretation of
the 1986 Policy Statement. This includes addressing
policy issues that arise and may affect the biotechnology
regulations. OPPT representative on the workgroups for
the FIFRA biotechnology rule and transgenic plants
policy.
NAME: Larry Culleen
TITLE: Chief, New Chemicals Branch
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3725
PAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Coordinates policy and procedural
issues arising in the TSCA biotechnology program.
NAME: David Giamporcaro
TITLE: Section Chief, Biotechnology Program
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6362
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for managing the TSCA
biotechnology program, including review of biotechnology
PMNs, interpretation of the 1986 Policy Statement, and
development of the proposed TSCA biotechnology
regulations.
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NAME: Steven M. Hassur, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Chemist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/ICB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1735
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Directs the biotechnology chemical
review activities of the Industrial Chemistry Branch
(ICB) in ETD. An organic chemist, with research
experience in analytical biochemistry, DNA/RNA synthesis,
enzymology, and immunology.
NAME: Shirley D. Howard
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/PDB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3780
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118 or 202-260-1216
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for initiating the
HQ/Regional Teleconference calls and developing the
Biotechnology directory. Serves as liaison between the
TSCA biotechnology program, and OPP, other HQ offices,
and the Regions. Also assists the senior Program
Managers during standard reviews of biotechnology PMNs.
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NAME: Y'Vonne Jones-Brown, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/IMD/CIS/CDB
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1549
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1657
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Expertise: Microbiologist with
knowledge/experience purifying and characterizing active
biological substances. Duties: Inventory - develop
policies/interpretative guidance and procedures for
describing microorganisms on the Inventory; make
Inventory status determinations; participate in
development of TSCA biotechnology rule; participate in
review of biotechnology submissions.
NAME: Cynthia A. Lewis
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/IMD/PALS/CDB
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-4399
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1675
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Attorney dealing with Confidential
Business Information (CBI) issues and related matters.
NAME: Greg Macek
TITLE: Chemical Engineer
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-9597
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Develops occupational exposure and
environmental release assessments for biotechnology PMNs.
Also provides technical support to 5(h)(4) exemption
assessment process.
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NAME: Gwendolyn McClung, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/EEB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1272
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-7883
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Soil Microbiologist responsible for
ecological hazard assessments for deliberately modified
microorganisms and for development of an ecological tier-
testing scheme for such microorganisms.
NAME: Ken Moss
TITLE: Program Manager
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3395
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Manages the 90-day review of TSCA
Premanufacture Notices submitted for biotechnology
products, and handles written and telephone inquiries
about the biotechnology PMN program.
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NAME: DeLois Mitchell Powell, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/IMD/CDB/CIS
MAIL CODE: TS-793
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-1547
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1657
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Areas of interest: ecology, immuno-
logy, and taxonomy. Experience: practical and clinical
laboratory work; teaching; research; oral and written
communication; associated training in regulation
development and wordprocessing skills.
Involved in biotechnology rule writing, specifically
addressing issues related to the Inventory and pre-
paration of Inventory descriptions for microorganisms;
supports review, identification, and status determination
of biotechnology submissions and the operation of the
Inventory; chairs and participates in workgroups related
to development and promotion of overall OPPT goals in
biotechnology.
NAME: Sally A. Sasnett
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: OCM/TEPB
MAIL CODE: EN-342
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-7832
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0641
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Biotechnology enforcement
analyst for Office of Compliance Monitoring/TEPB.
Provides workgroup input and regulatory review related to
enforceability issues. Also provides enforcement policy
oversight for several other areas of TSCA.
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NAME: Philip G. Sayre, Ph.D.
TITLE: Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/EEB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-9570
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-7003
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Reviews microbial products subject to
TSCA by examining (1) the genetic construct and (2) eco-
logical hazards posed by the microorganisms. Also has
OPPT lead for identifying biotechnology risk assessment
research needs. Specifically, is knowledgeable in areas
of (1) prokaryotic gene transfer (2) bioremediation and
oil pollution, (3) aquatic microbial ecology, (4) mole-
cular biology and (5) risks related to deliberately
modified nitrogen fixing bacteria.
NAME: Mark Segal, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Microbiologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/HERD/CREB
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-3389
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Risk assessment overview, development
of information tools for biotechnology, budget develop-
ment, confirmation of organism identity for risk assess-
ment, Project Officer on risk information management
cooperative agreement with National Institutes of Health
on developing international biotechnology data networks
and related projects.
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NAME: Heidi Siegelbaum
TITLE: Attorney
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/CCD/NCB
MAIL CODE: TS-794
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-8262
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0118
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Provides program attorney guidance on
any issues which are raised in conjunction with the TSCA
biotechnology program's work.
NAME: Arthur M. Stern, Ph.D.
TITLE: Senior Environmental Science Advisor
ORGANIZATION: HERD/OPPT
MAIL CODE: TS-796
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-5281
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1283
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Serves as a reviewer of biotechnol-
ogy-related documents on an "as needed basis". These
include pre-PMN submissions, PMN submissions, certain
aspects of the biotechnology rule, etc. Also serves as
a member of the biotechnology workgroup.
NAME: Jenny Tou, Ph.D.
TITLE: Chemist
ORGANIZATION: OPPT/ETD/ICB
MAIL CODE: TS-779
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-5534
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-0981
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Member of the biotechnology PMN
review team. Provides specific chemical information
about the PMN microorganism and/or its products,
including a detailed construct analysis. Organic chemist
with experience in recombinant DNA, organic synthesis,
protein and DNA/RNA purification; formally a patent
examiner for patents utilizing nucleic acids.
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OPPTS
NAME: Sharlene Matten, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS, Science and Policy Staff
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. in biochemistry (plant-pathogen
interaction) in 1989 from Oklahoma State University.
Post-doctoral work in prokaryotic molecular biology at
the University of Maryland. Joined EPA in June 1991 as
part of the OPPTS Assistant Administrator's Science and
Policy staff. Duties are to help coordinate and develop
biotechnology policy under FIFRA, TSCA, and FFDCA.
Serves as a liaison between OPPTS and OPP.
NAME: Elizabeth Milewski, Ph.D.
TITLE: Special Assistant for Biotechnology
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. - Molecular Biology, Institute
Pasteur, Paris, France.
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NAME: Larry Zeph, Ph.D.
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: OPPTS, Science and Policy Staff
MAIL CODE: TS-788
PHONE NUMBER: 202-260-6900
FAX NUMBER: 202-260-1847
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Ph.D. - Microbiology, Penn State
University; Member of the Assistant Administrator's
Science and Policy staff. Primary role is to work with
program offices in the development of Biotechnology
Policy for OPPTS.
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ORD
[AME: Robert J. Frederick, Ph.D.
TTLE: ORD Biotechnology Research Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: ORD/OEPER/R&D
[AIL CODE: RD-682
•HONE NUMBER: 202-260-5971
•AX NUMBER: 202-260-6370
IRIEF DESCRIPTION: Liaison for Biotechnology Research
rith Regulatory Program Offices, Federal Agencies,
Lcademia, and International Programs. Advanced degree in
[icrobiology and Molecular Biology; Research Scientist
8 years), Regulatory Program (OTS, 4 years).
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REGIONS
REGION 1
NAME: Robert W. Koethe (FIFRA)
TITLE: Pesticides Expert
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 1, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: APP
PHONE NUMBER: 617-565-3702
FAX NUMBER: 617-565-4939
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
NAME: Suzanne M. Parent (TSCA)
TITLE: Core TSCA Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 1
MAIL CODE: ATC-111
PHONE NUMBER: 617-565-3704
FAX NUMBER: 617-565-4939
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Responsible for regional review,
comment, and interaction on TSCA biotechnology rules,
policies, planning, outreach, and initiatives.
Background: Biologist.
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REGION 2
NAME: Diane D. Buxbaum (TSCA)
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 2, Pesticides and Toxic
Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: MS-105
PHONE NUMBER: 908-906-6893
PAX NUMBER: 908-906-6788
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Epidemiologist/Biologist. Liaison
person for biotechnology issues and responsible for
technical assistance for the Pesticides and Toxic
Substances Branch.
NAME: Ernest A. Regna (TSCA/FIFRA)
TITLE: Chief, Pesticides and Toxic Substances Branch
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 2
MAIL CODE: MS 105, Bldg. 10
PHONE NUMBER: 908-906-6765
FAX NUMBER: 908-906-6788
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
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REGION 3
NAME: Edward H. Cohen (TSCA)
TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 3, TSCA Enforcement Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT31
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-7668
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Biotechnology Coordinator;
Sections 5,8,12,13, GLP and 6 (disposal methods for
PCBs). Chemist with strong biochemical, GLP, Biology
and previous biotechnology experience (Pre-1970).
NAME: Don Lott (FIFRA)
TITLE: Section Chief, Pesticides Management Section
ORGANIZATION EPA Region 3
MAIL CODE: 3AT32
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-9870
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Entomologist/Environmental Scientist;
20 years professional experience in pesticides field; 5
years with EPA.
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NAME: Gordon E. Moore (FIFRA)
TITLE: Environmental Scientist/Regional Pesticide Expert
ORGANIZATION EPA Region 3, Pesticides Management
Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT32
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-9869
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Regional contact for FIFRA-related
biotechnology matters. Past experience - 28 years as
environmental scientist, entomologist, and insect
pathologist.
NAME: K. K. Wu (TSCA)
TITLE: TSCA Section 5 and 8 Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 3, TSCA/TRI Enforcement Section
MAIL CODE: 3AT31
PHONE NUMBER: 215-597-7683
PAX NUMBER: 215-597-3156
BRIEP DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the development and
implementation of Regional TSCA Sections 5/8 compliance
monitoring program including the TSCA biotechnology rule.
Technical Background: chemical engineering and chemical
manufacturing process.
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REGION 4
NAME: Susan Mayer (TSCA/FIFRA)
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 4, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: 4 APT
PHONE NUMBER: 404-347-3222
FAX NUMBER: 404-347-1681
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Regional contact person for biotech-
nology in Region 4, Pesticides Section. Background in
Biology and Microbiology.
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:GION s
NAME: Robert J. Allen (TSCA)
TITLE: Acting TRI Program Manager
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 5, Environmental Sciences
Division, Pesticide and Toxics Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: SP-14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-353-5871
PAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Group handles TSCA Sections 4,5,8,12,
and 13 including PMNs. Background in environmental
engineering with a Ph.D. in Bioengineering. Ten years in
academic and public health.
NAME: Donald Baumgartner (FIPRA)
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: ESD/PTSB, EPA Region 5, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: SP^14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-886-7835
FAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: As a general biologist, with a
specialty in medical entomology, provides reviews of
biotechnology products used as pesticides under FIFRA.
Technical assistance relating to biotechnology is also
provided to Region 5.
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NAME: Bruce Wilkinson (FIFRA)
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 5, Pesticides Section
MAIL CODE: SP-14J
PHONE NUMBER: 312-886-6002
PAX NUMBER: 312-353-4342
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Former Research Technician with USDA-
ARS in sugarbeet research, former farmer. Responsibili-
ties include FIFRA Biotechnology.
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REGION 6
NAME: David F. Cole (FIFRA)
TITLE: Environmental Protection Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 6, Pesticides Section,
Pesticides and Toxics Branch, Air, Pesticides and
Toxics Division
MAIL CODE: 6T-PT
PHONE NUMBER: 214-655-7239
PAX NUMBER: 214-655-2164
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Biotechnology Test Compilation,
Arkansas Special Initiatives. Background: 24 years in
research and development in chemical processing of
semiconductor devices at Texas Instruments. Bachelor of
Science in Chemistry, Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, M.B.A.
NAME: Jim Yang (TSCA)
TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 6
MAIL CODE: 6T-PT
PHONE NUMBER: 214-655-7578
FAX NUMBER: 214-655-2164
- BRIEP DESCRIPTION: TSCA Sections 5 and 8 Enforcement and
Technical expertise includes chemistry and toxicology.
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REGION 7
NAME: David Phillippi (TSCA)
TITLE: Biologist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 7
MAIL CODE: ARTX/TOPE/TSCA
PHONE NUMBER: 913-551-7020
PAX NUMBER: 913-551-7065
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: TSCA Grants, Case Review and
Biotechnology.
NAME: Damon P. Frizzell (FIFRA)
TITLE: Environmental Scientist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 7
MAIL CODE: ARTX/TOPE/PPDS
PHONE NUMBER: 913-551-7560
PAX NUMBER: 913-551-7065
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Masters Degree in Weed Science, from
Oklahoma State University. Five years experience in crop
research and field development. Two years experience in
regional pesticides program.
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REGION 8
NAME: R. Paul Grimm (TSCA)
TITLE: Compliance Inspector, Chemical Engineer
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 8, Air, Radiation and
Toxics Division, Toxic Substances Branch
MAIL CODE: 8ART-TS
PHONE NUMBER: 303-293-0981
PAX NUMBER: 303-294-7559
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Compliance Inspector under TSCA
Sections 5 and 8 and EPCRA - Title III Section 313. More
than 30 years of experience in the Chemical and Chemical
Related Industries, including plant operations and plant
design.
NAME: Edward L. Stearns (FIFRA)
TITLE: Pesticide Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 8, Toxic Substances
Branch, Pesticide Section
MAIL CODE: 8 ART-TS
PHONE NUMBER: 303-293-1745
FAX NUMBER: 303-293-1229
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Refer use permits to enforcement.
Serve as a focal point for collecting information.
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REGION 9
NAME: Glenda Dugan (TSCA & FIFRA)
TITLE: Life Scientist
ORGANIZATION: Region 9, Pesticides and Toxics Branch
MAIL CODE: A-4-5
PHONE NUMBER: 415-774-1066
FAX NUMBER: 415-774-1073
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Sub-Lead Regional Coordinator for
biotechnology, responsible for regional review, technical
assistance for TSCA and FIFRA biotechnology issues.
Background: Biologist with USDA-ARS in food safety
research.
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REGION 10
NAME: Karl H. Arne (FIFRA)
TITLE: Pesticide Specialist
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 10
MAIL CODE: AT-083
PHONE NUMBER: 206-553-8577
FAX NUMBER: 206-553-0110
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Region 10 pesticide section
biotechnology contact, Chemist.
NAME: Christina Colt (TSCA)
TITLE: Environmental Engineer
ORGANIZATION: EPA Region 10, Toxic Substances Section
MAIL CODE: AT-083
PHONE NUMBER: 206-553-8577
FAX NUMBER: 206-553-0110
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Core TSCA Coordinator (includes tech-
nical assistance, review of HQ documents, and enforce-
ment of biotechnology rules). Background: Mechanical
Engineering degree from U.C. Davis with emphasis on bio-
engineering for Aquaculture and Aquatic medicine.
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