Paul Connett

About the Author

Paul Connett is a renowned environmental scientist and activist with over four decades of experience in advocating for public health and ecological sustainability. A retired professor of chemistry from St. Lawrence University, he has dedicated his career to exposing the dangers of toxic substances in everyday life, particularly in water supplies and waste management. Connett's work bridges rigorous scientific analysis with compelling advocacy, challenging government policies and corporate interests that prioritize profit over safety. Through his writings and international lectures, he empowers communities to demand transparency and reform in environmental regulations. His seminal book, The Case against Fluoride: How Hazardous Waste Ended Up in Our Drinking Water and the Bad Science and Powerful Politics That Keep It There, has become a cornerstone in the global movement against water fluoridation, influencing policy debates and public awareness worldwide.