Geraldine Richmond

Geraldine Richmond is a prominent chemist and academic, having served as the Under Secretary for Science at the U.S. Department of Energy until recently. With a distinguished career in chemistry, she has contributed significantly to research in atmospheric chemistry and the properties of surfaces. Richmond has been an advocate for the importance of scientific integrity and the role of federal scientists in safeguarding national security. Recently, she has voiced concerns regarding the rapid government layoffs and their potential long-term impacts on national security and workforce morale.