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CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER


Serving as the Chief Science Officer at SimpleLab, Jess Goddard spearheads the scientific program at Tap Score, overseeing all analytical products and services. With a Ph.D. in water resources and a Master's in environmental engineering from UC Berkeley, Jess brings a wealth of expertise to the team. Her leadership ensures the highest standards in our scientific endeavors, contributing to the excellence that defines SimpleLab and Tap Score. When away from her desk, Jess enjoys reading and being outside.

Jess Goddard Articles

THMs and HAAs in Drinking Water - BLG104

Quick Guide: Trihalomethanes and HAA5/HAA9

Long-term exposure to DBPs like TTHMs and HAA5/HAA9 in drinking water can contribute to major health risks—including bladder cancer. Learn more about their potential risks

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how do i test my well water? - BLG127

How Do I Test My Well Water in a Lab?

Learn all about well water testing—including sampling procedures, what to test your well water for, and how often you should test your well water.

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How Do Nitrates Affect My Health? - BLG036

Quick Guide: Nitrate and Drinking Water

Nitrate enters drinking water a number of ways, including agricultural runoff and wastewater discharges. Find out why you should test your water for nitrate

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What Common Terms Mean in A Tap Score Report - BLG183

Common Tap Score Report Terms: What Do They Mean?

Read this to for a breakdown of common terms, acronyms, and concepts that you’re likely to encounter in a report from a Tap Score mail-to-lab test kit

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How Does the Tap Score Algorithm Work? - BLG142

How Does the Tap Score Algorithm Work?

An in-depth guide detailing how the Tap Score algorithm evaluates the potential health, aesthetic, and plumbing effects of your water sample

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Guide to Arsenic in Drinking Water - BLG203

Arsenic in Drinking Water: Everything You Need to Know

In this ultimate guide to arsenic, we break down the different forms of arsenic and how to test and treat your drinking water to help keep your water safe and...

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Should I Boil My Water Before Drinking? BLG162

Is Boiled Water Pure?

Does boiling your water make it safe to drink? Find out if boiling tap water can get rid of all bacteria and chemicals and how it changes the way water...

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How to test your water for carcinogens - BLG033

How to Test Your Drinking Water for Carcinogens

Worried about contaminants in your tap water that might cause cancer? Laboratory water testing is the best way to learn about carcinogenic drinking water contaminants

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