Briana Shamblin

Briana McDowell, Ph.D., is an accomplished environmental remediation specialist currently serving as an Account Manager, Project Scientist, and Geochemist at Columbia Technologies LLC since February 2022. With a proven track record of reducing cleanup costs by 40% and delivering real-time data for complex environmental sites, Briana provides expert microbial data interpretation to facilitate informed client decision-making. Briana's previous experience includes volunteering with Keep Knoxville Beautiful, conducting significant biogeochemical research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and holding various roles that developed communication and leadership skills. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Microbiology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Biochemistry from Suffolk University.