Bio
Marc Chattin is a seasoned Technical Professional and Radiochemist with a distinguished career at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Joining the Radiochemical Materials Analytical Laboratory (RMAL) in 1997, Marc has garnered extensive expertise in the separation of radionuclides and the development of robust radiochemical protocols and procedures. His work routinely employs sophisticated instrumentation, including HPGe gamma detectors, Gas-Flow Proportional Counters, Liquid Scintillation Counters, and systems for Alpha spectrometry, ensuring precision and reliability in his analyses.
Marc's contributions span a wide array of critical programs, ranging from environmental compliance and nuclear fuels characterization to waste characterization and nuclear medicine. His technical acumen has been instrumental in meeting the rigorous analytical demands of these disciplines, safeguarding both public health and environmental integrity.
Beyond his laboratory achievements, Marc has been a valued supporter of community and wildlife safety initiatives since 1998. In collaboration with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), he has been actively involved in managing deer and turkey hunts on the DOE Oak Ridge Reservation. By screening harvested animals, Marc plays a vital role in ensuring that no radioactively contaminated game is released into the environment. His commitment extends to monitoring other wildlife, such as feral cats found on-site, thereby protecting local ecosystems and facilitating their safe relocation to animal shelters.
Marc's journey at ORNL began even earlier. Arriving as a summer student in 1996, he subsequently served as an intern in 1997 on a chemical engineering research team focused on developing innovative filtration methods for the cleanup of radioactive waste waters. This early experience laid a solid foundation for his ongoing contributions to radiochemical research and environmental safety.
Marc Chattin’s dedication to scientific excellence, environmental stewardship, and community engagement continues to make him an indispensable asset to ORNL and the broader scientific community.
Education
2012 | B.S. Organizational Management | Tusculum University
1997 | A.A.S. Chemical and Environmental Engineering | Pellissippi State Community College