Dr. Rolf Halden, Professor of Environmental Engineering at ASU and director of the Biodesign Center for Environmental Health Engineering, and his graduate student Charlie Rolsky, an ASU Biology

Dr. Rolf Halden, Professor of Environmental Engineering at ASU and director of the Biodesign Center for Environmental Health Engineering, and his graduate student Charlie Rolsky, an ASU Biology TA, discuss societal plastic addiction and how individuals can make a difference.

Charlie researches marine and aquatic microplastics, developing analytical tools and collaborating globally. He also uses non-invasive methods to gather species health information, including hormonal activity. Beyond his research, Charlie runs a non-profit that supports various charities, including plastic pollution advocacy, through the sale of science-themed clothing.

Dr. Halden's research focuses on urban populations' health by analyzing chemical and biological agents in the urban water cycle. His work notably contributed to the nationwide FDA ban on harmful antimicrobial compounds like triclosan. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and

Father Charles Moore (1927-2007) was a spiritual teacher, historian, and scholar. A Stanford Law graduate, he served as Santa Cruz County District Attorney in 1954. He later became a Roman Catholic priest in 1964, holding degrees in philosophy and theology from Catholic University.

Known as "Father Charlie," he studied many languages, including Native American. His teachings blended wisdom from Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Hawaiian, Celtic, and Native American spiritualities, and he particularly enjoyed working with the Esselen people of Monterey County.