Kelli R. Hackney

Kelli R. Hackney joined Intertox in January 2022 as a staff  scientist. Her work primarily focuses on providing industry and  litigation support related to exposures to odors and chemicals in the  air. Ms. Hackney’s expertise includes:

• Conducting odor impact assessments for exposures to source emissions of odorous chemicals.
• Developing and executing on-site and off-site air quality and odor sampling plans.
• Analyzing, modeling, and presenting data through easy-to-understand visualizations.
• Communicating complex scientific concepts effectively to convey risks to diverse audiences.

Ms. Hackney’s interest in assessing odor impacts, combined with her  skills in data analysis and risk communication, has benefited industries  such as waste disposal, cannabis, and aviation. She aims to expand the  application of odor impact assessments into new industries to safeguard  individuals, communities, and businesses from the health impacts of  odors.

In addition to her work on odor assessments, Ms. Hackney has  experience conducting human and ecological risk assessments across  various exposure pathways, including air, water, food, and soil. She has  contributed to projects such as researching the ecological effects of  DDT and its breakdown products in the Southern California Bight and has  authored technical documents for agencies including the Oregon  Department of Environmental Quality, Oregon Department of Fish and  Wildlife, and Willamette River Keepers.

Outside of her professional role, Ms. Hackney actively engages in  community service as a volunteer scientist. She participates in  activities such as urban amphibian surveying, invasive plant removal,  and community outreach to promote native plant restoration.

Ms. Hackney earned her B.S. in Environmental Science, graduating summa cum laude from Portland State University in 2021.