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Ken Scally

Ken Scally

Technical and Quality Director, Normec DETS

I am an internationally recognized Environmental Forensic Chemist with over 29 years of experience in organic chemistry analysis, forensic data interpretation, and quality management. I excel in leading multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex environmental challenges and foster meaningful technical exchanges with customers.

My expertise includes organic chemistry, focusing on degradation pathways, aging processes, and source correlation indicators related to hydrocarbon releases. I am also keenly interested in emerging chemicals and the analytical applications of chemical forensics. Notably, I contributed to the BP Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Horizon oil spill litigation project, showcasing my technical acumen.

I actively participate in several industry groups:

Environmental Industries Commission (EIC): Chair of the Laboratory Group
NICOLE: Vice Chair of the PFAS Laboratory Working Group
CIRIA: Steering Committee for PFAS guidance in soil and water
AGS: Chair of the Laboratory Working Group
INEF: Conference Chair 2024
BSI EH/4: Committee member on microplastics and soil standards
CEN/TC 444: Member of the Expert Group on Microplastics
Journal of Environmental Forensics: Editorial panel member since 2007

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