Water in health, agriculture and conservation

The University of Pennsylvania's faculty possess expertise in a broad range of water-related issues, from its use in agriculture, its importance in human health and the need to preserve and conserve it as a natural resource.

David Galligan

Professor of Animal Health Economics.
School of Veterinary Medicine.
University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Galligan's research focuses on the economic value of veterinary issues in animal production. Through his work with the Center for Animal Health and Productivity, he has illustrated how increasing the amount of milk produced by each cow has dramatically cut the amount of water needed by a dairy operation. 



Ashley Berke | 215-898-1475 | berke@vet.upenn.edu


Deborah Mandell

Staff Veterinarian at Ryan Veterinary Hospital.
School of Veterinary Medicine.
University of Pennsylvania.

In addition to her role at Penn Vet, Dr. Mandell serves as the American Red Cross Pet Care Advisor. She can discuss hydration recommendations and emergency care information for pets.



Ashley Berke | 215-898-1475 | berke@vet.upenn.edu


Trevor Penning

Professor of Pharmacology.
Perelman School of Medicine.
University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Penning is the director of the Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology, which focuses on the mechanistic links between environmental exposures and human disease. CEET translates its findings into action to improve the health of vulnerable individuals and local, national and global communities. He can discuss how water resources relate to fracking and environmental health.



Karen Kreeger | 215-349-5658 | karen.kreeger@uphs.upenn.edu


Alexander Reiter

Associate Professor of Dentistry and Oral Surgery
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Reiter's areas of expertise include periodontal and dental disease, jaw fracture healing and palate defect repair as well as tissue regeneration. He can discuss the benefits and risks of fluoride use in pets. 



Ashley Berke | 215-898-1475 | berke@vet.upenn.edu


Deborah Silverstein

Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Studies.
School of Veterinary Medicine.
University of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Silverstein is an expert in emergency and critical care medicine. She can discuss microcirculation and the effects of IV fluid on circulation during surgery in pets. 



Ashley Berke | 215-898-1475 | berke@vet.upenn.edu