It's (Probably) Not Rocket Science

Finding Solutions for Uranium and Toxic Metals Exposure

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The Western U.S. is home to thousands of abandoned hard rock and uranium mines that pollute nearby water, soil and air with radiation and create health problems in nearby communities. This episode of It’s (Probably) Not Rocket Science explores the research of the UNM METALS Superfund Research Center working to measure toxicity, address remediation, and mitigate health risks for tribal communities living near abandoned mines.


Learn more about UNM METALS.


Read about related projects:

  • UNM project brings together diverse team to develop solutions to uranium waste in Native communities
  • A new look at Grand Canyon springs and possible threats from uranium mining
  • UNM College of Nursing Researcher Awarded Grant for Mine Dust Exposure Study
  • Honors College faculty member Myrriah Gómez awarded a Southwest Book Award for Nuclear Nuevo Mexico


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    It's (Probably) Not Rocket ScienceBy The University of New Mexico