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Staff Spotlight - Dr. Brittany Stinger
The Flammability Reduction Group welcomes Dr. Brittany Stinger to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as a National Research Council (NRC) Postdoctoral Fellow
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Brittany Stinger to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as a National Research Council (NRC) Postdoctoral Fellow in the Flammability Reduction Group of the Fire Research Division (FRD). Dr. Stinger will collaborate with Dr. Rick Davis and the PFAS project team on the Public Health Risks to First Responders project, as well as other projects within FRD. Her work will contribute to enhancing PFAS measurement capabilities and improving an understanding of PFAS exposure risks.
From unraveling the complexities of cellular signaling to exploring the great outdoors, Dr. Brittany Stinger brings both scientific curiosity and an adventurous spirit to her work.
A Passion for Chemistry and Discovery
Dr. Stinger earned her B.S. in Chemistry from Rowan University before pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry at UC Berkeley. Her research focused on ligand-mediated cell signaling, investigating how signaling pathways, particularly T-cell signaling and the MAPK/ERK pathway, function in both reconstituted systems and live cells. Her work contributes to a broader understanding of cellular communication, which has implications in immunology and disease treatment.
During her time at Berkeley, Dr. Stinger also completed an internship with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) and the Berkeley Center for Green Chemistry (BCGC), applying her scientific expertise to real-world challenges in environmental health and safety.
Beyond the Lab: A Love for Adventure
Outside of her research, Dr. Stinger enjoys hiking, reading, and baking. This past summer, she embarked on an unforgettable cross-country road trip, camping in five national parks along the way. One of the highlights of her journey was swimming in Puget Sound (Washington) with bioluminescent plankton, a breathtaking natural phenomenon. She’s already planning her next adventure—a trip to Acadia National Park.
Dr. Stinger’s enthusiasm for science and exploration is an inspiration to those around her, whether in the lab or on the trail.