David Nadler, Ph.D.

David Nadler is a research faculty member in the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at New York Institute of Technology. He joined the university after a long tenure as a director within the New York City Department of Environmental Protection and holds professional certifications in sustainability and occupational health and safety. In addition to his expertise in environmental sustainability, he has conducted research on ways to safely break down PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” which have been in use for decades and are found in common products, including water-resistant fabrics and stain-resistant carpeting.