Emory researchers to present results of study into industrial contamination in residents

Sep. 15—Emory University researchers will meet with the public 6 p.m. Tuesday at Howard Coffin Park to discuss the results of a study into what extent industrial contaminants are present in Brunswick residents.

Noah Scovronick, an environmental health professor and researcher at Emory University, said the results of the study will be released at the meeting.

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