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Christopher K. Brown

Christopher K. Brown is a scientist with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. He holds a PhD in biodefense from George Mason University, a Master of Public Health in biostatistics and epidemiology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Louisville.