LeeAnn Haaf, PH.D.

Director of Estuary Science

LeeAnn leads science programming at the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (PDE), where she oversees ecological research and assessments. LeeAnn performs research on coastal wetlands and forests, helps manage a variety of restoration projects, and leads scientific reports on the status and trends of the health of the Delaware Estuary. LeeAnn first joined PDE in 2013 as a Science Intern. With over 12 years of experience in scientific research and project management, she brings deep expertise and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship. A triple Dragon, LeeAnn holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. in Environmental Science from Drexel University. LeeAnn’s professional goal is to help bridge the gap between rigorous scientific research and its implementation to inspire positive environmental change.

Born and raised in New Jersey, LeeAnn now calls Salem County home, where she spends her free time horseback riding and exploring the outdoors with her family.

To contact Haaf, please call (302) 655-4990, extension 116, or email lhaaf@DelawareEstuary.org.

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