About the Shaw Institute
Improving human and ecological health through innovative science on a local and global stage.
The Shaw Institute is a nonprofit scientific research organization founded in 1990 by environmental health scientist Dr. Susan Shaw. Over three decades, our research on plastics, ocean pollution, flame retardants, and climate change has informed public opinion and fueled policy, impacting millions of people in the U.S. and worldwide.
Our Research
From plastic pollution to climate change, join Shaw Institute for a deeper look at our changing world and help us create a healthier future. See our new projects here.
Safeguarding the Maine Outdoors
Edge of Extinction: Marine Mammals of the Northern Hemisphere
Dr. Charles Rolsky Named Executive Director at Shaw Institute
The Shaw Institute names Charles “Charlie” Rolsky, Ph.D., as its executive director. “Charlie has a unique ability to inspire and engage others in efforts to find solutions to serious environmental issues facing our world today and into the future,” said Matthew Newton, board chair. “In Charlie, we have a strong leader who can deliver what we need.”
Read the full article here.
Shaw Institute Founder: "We are a catalyst for change"
How does a small research Institute impact huge global issues – ocean pollution, plastics, microplastics, flame retardants, fire fighter cancer, climate change?
Tune in to hear our Founder Dr. Susan Shaw describe the Shaw Institute's unique brand of science that responds to real world problems and finds real world solutions.
Focus Areas
Through its focused initiatives, the Institute addresses critical health and environmental issues related to toxic chemical exposure among people and wildlife. From ocean plastics to human and wildlfie exposure, we strive to bring science-based solutions to these priority concerns.Human Exposure
Plastics and
Microplastics
Marine Wildlife Exposure
Oil Spill Response
Maine Coast Monitoring
Lecture Series
Your contribution supports our work to protect human and ecological health. Thank you
