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Dr. Catherine L. Zeman

Catherine L. Zeman is an American environmental health scientist, academic, and educator. She is a full Professor in the Health Sciences department at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Her career spans over three decades with significant contributions to environmental health, public health education, and sustainability.

Early Life and Education

Catherine L. Zeman earned her Ph.D. in Preventive Medicine with an emphasis in Environmental and Occupational Health from the University of Iowa in 2000.[1] She holds an M.S. in Environmental Studies, Science Track, from Southern Illinois University[2] and a B.S. in Physical Anthropology and Human Ecology from the same institution.[3] Additionally, Zeman has an A.A.S. in Registered Nursing from Lewis and Clark Community College, where she also earned an A.S. in Biology.[4]

In 2011, she completed a certification from the Environmental Public Health Leadership Institute (EPHLI) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), further solidifying her expertise in public health leadership.[5]

Academic Career

Zeman began her academic career at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI), where she served in various capacities from 1993 to 2021.[6] She was the Director of the Recycling Reuse Technology Transfer Center (RRTTC) at UNI, a position she held from 1997 until her departure.[7] Zeman was awarded tenure in 2004 and was promoted to full Professor in 2012.[8]

In 2021, Zeman joined James Madison University, where she served as the Academic Unit Head of Health Sciences in the College of Health and Behavioral Studies for three years. She is currently a full Professor at James Madison University.[9]

Research and Publications

Zeman's research primarily focuses on environmental health, public health disparities, and sustainability. She has published extensively on topics such as nitrate exposure, environmental epidemiology, and health education.[10] Her work has appeared in various peer-reviewed journals, including Environmental Health Perspectives, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, and American Journal of Health Education.

Some of her notable publications include:

· Jehi, T., Mulvey, M., Shulgan, E., et al. (2023). "Anxiety, depression, stress, and test anxiety are inversely associated with academic performance among undergraduate students post-COVID-19 confinement." American Journal of Health Education.[11]

· Shrestha, J., Khan, R. K., McClintock, S., DeGroote, J., & Zeman, C. L. (2023). "Correlations between Educational Struggle, Toxic Sites by School District and Demographic Variables, with Geographical Information System Projections." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.[12]

· Zeman, C. L., Beltz, L., & Shrestha, J. (2022). "Ex vivo Nitrate Exposure, DNA Damage Indicators, and Cytokine Response of Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells." Journal of Environmental Science and Public Health.[13]

· Zeman, C. L., Kross, B., & Vlad, M. (2002). "A Nested Case-Control Study of Methemoglobinemia Risk Factors in Children of Transylvania, Romania." Environmental Health Perspectives.[14]

· Zeman, C. L., Depken, D. E., & Senchina, D. S. (2003). "Roma Health Issues: A Review of the Literature and Discussion." Ethnicity & Health.[15]

Her research on nitrate exposure, particularly in Romanian children, has been widely recognized and cited in the field of environmental health.

Recognitions and Awards

Zeman was awarded a Fulbright Research/Lecture Award in 2004, which allowed her to conduct research and teach at the Institutes of Public Health in Cluj Napoca, Romania. Her work in Romania focused on environmental health disparities, particularly in vulnerable populations.[16]

In 2007, Zeman was appointed as a visiting professor at the Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania, recognizing her contributions to environmental health education.Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page).

In 2007, Zeman was appointed as a visiting professor at the Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania, recognizing her contributions to environmental health education.[17] Additionally, she was named "Recycler of the Year" by the Iowa Recycling Association in 2004, making her the first woman to receive this award.[18]

Community Involvement and Leadership

Throughout her career, Zeman has been actively involved in community-based participatory research (CBPR), particularly focusing on addressing environmental health disparities through education and community engagement.[19] Her leadership in these initiatives has had a lasting impact on both her academic community and the broader public.

Personal Life

Zeman is deeply committed to environmental sustainability and public health, which is reflected not only in her professional work but also in her personal life. She continues to advocate for environmental justice and health equity through her teaching, research, and community service.

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References 1. University of Northern Iowa Faculty Publications - Nitrate Exposure

2. Environmental Health Perspectives - Nitrate Risk Factors Study 3. American Journal of Health Education - Recent Publications

4. James Madison University Faculty Profile 5. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - GIS Study

6. Ethnicity & Health - Roma Health Issues

7. Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 8. IndexUNI: Database of University Articles

  1. ^ "Google Scholar Profile". Google Scholar. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  2. ^ "IndexUNI: Database of University Articles". University of Northern Iowa. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  3. ^ "IndexUNI: Database of University Articles". University of Northern Iowa. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  4. ^ "Catherine L. Zeman Faculty Profile". James Madison University. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  5. ^ "Environmental Public Health Leadership Institute (EPHLI)". CDC. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  6. ^ "University of Northern Iowa Faculty Publications". UNI ScholarWorks. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  7. ^ "Recycler of the Year". IndexUNI. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  8. ^ "Catherine L. Zeman Faculty Profile". James Madison University. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  9. ^ "Catherine L. Zeman Faculty Profile". James Madison University. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  10. ^ Zeman, C. L. (2023). "Anxiety, depression, stress, and test anxiety are inversely associated with academic performance among undergraduate students post-COVID-19 confinement". American Journal of Health Education. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  11. ^ Jehi, T.; Mulvey, M. (2023). "Anxiety, depression, stress, and test anxiety are inversely associated with academic performance among undergraduate students post-COVID-19 confinement". American Journal of Health Education. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  12. ^ Shrestha, J.; Khan, R. K.; McClintock, S.; DeGroote, J.; Zeman, C. L. (2023). "Correlations between Educational Struggle, Toxic Sites by School District and Demographic Variables, with Geographical Information System Projections". International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  13. ^ Zeman, C. L.; Beltz, L.; Shrestha, J. (2022). "Ex vivo Nitrate Exposure, DNA Damage Indicators, and Cytokine Response of Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells". Journal of Environmental Science and Public Health. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  14. ^ Zeman, C. L.; Kross, B.; Vlad, M. (2002). "A Nested Case-Control Study of Methemoglobinemia Risk Factors in Children of Transylvania, Romania". Environmental Health Perspectives. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  15. ^ Zeman, C. L.; Depken, D. E.; Senchina, D. S. (2003). "Roma Health Issues: A Review of the Literature and Discussion". Ethnicity & Health. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  16. ^ "Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program". Fulbright. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  17. ^ "IndexUNI: Database of University Articles". University of Northern Iowa. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  18. ^ "Recycler of the Year". IndexUNI. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  19. ^ "Google Scholar Profile". Google Scholar. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
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