Hydrology Advisory Board
Meet the scientists, engineers, and industry experts who ensure every review meets the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.
Why Expert Review Matters
Anyone can copy manufacturer specs and call it a "review." At Hydrology University, every claim is verified by credentialed experts who understand the science. Our advisory board brings decades of real-world experience in water chemistry, engineering, and consumer protection—ensuring you get truth, not marketing.
Dr. Sarah Chen, PhD
Chief Science Advisor
PhD Environmental Engineering, MIT
Water chemistry, contaminant analysis, membrane technology
Dr. Chen spent 15 years at the EPA's Office of Water before joining Hydrology University. She has authored over 40 peer-reviewed papers on emerging contaminants including PFAS and microplastics. She leads our testing methodology development.
Mark Davis, PE
Senior Systems Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer, ASSE Certified
Residential plumbing, system design, installation best practices
With 25 years of field experience installing water treatment systems, Mark brings practical knowledge that lab scientists often miss. He evaluates every product's real-world installation challenges and maintenance requirements.
Dr. James Okonkwo
Water Quality Specialist
PhD Chemistry, Stanford
TDS analysis, mineral content, health effects
Dr. Okonkwo previously directed water quality testing for a major metropolitan utility serving 4 million people. He ensures our testing protocols meet or exceed NSF/ANSI standards.
Lisa Martinez
Consumer Advocacy Director
Former Consumer Reports Editor
Product testing, consumer protection, transparency
Lisa spent a decade at Consumer Reports developing testing methodologies for home appliances. She ensures our reviews serve homeowners' interests, not manufacturers'.
Robert Kim, CWS-VI
Certification Specialist
Certified Water Specialist VI, WQA
Industry certifications, regulatory compliance, dealer training
Robert holds the highest certification from the Water Quality Association and has trained over 500 water treatment professionals. He develops our certification course curriculum.
Dr. Amanda Foster
Atmospheric Water Advisor
PhD Atmospheric Science, UCLA
AWG technology, humidity dynamics, energy efficiency
Dr. Foster's research on atmospheric moisture extraction has been featured in Nature and Scientific American. She advises on our AWG testing protocols and technology assessments.
Our Standards
Science First
Every claim is verified against NSF/ANSI standards, EPA guidelines, and peer-reviewed research.
Real-World Testing
We install, use, and maintain every product we review—in actual homes, not just labs.
Zero Bias
We accept no payment for reviews. Affiliate links never influence our recommendations.
Want to Join Our Mission?
We're always looking for qualified experts to contribute. If you have relevant credentials and a passion for water quality, we'd love to hear from you.
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