Michelle Peace, PhD

Dr. Peace is an internationally recognized forensic toxicologist and a full professor in Department of Forensic Science at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her research evaluates the efficacy of e-cigarettes, the proliferation of THC analogs, and ethanol pharmacokinetic variability in a diverse population. Her research has highlighted emerging issues of e-cigarettes as a tool for vaping drugs other than nicotine and the emerging synthetic cannabinoid analogs in unregulated cannabis marketplaces. She is also funded by the VA Foundation for Healthy Youth to analyze vaping products confiscated on school properties across Virginia.

Dr. Peace is a past president of the Society of Forensic Toxicologists, a member of The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists, and a fellow in the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. She is a member of the National Safety Council’s Alcohol, Drugs, and Impairment Division. She was recognized by VCU and the Society of Forensic Toxicologists for “Distinguished Mentoring” and for “Outstanding Contributions to Forensic Toxicology” by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Her work has been highlighted in mainstream media, such as CNN, The New York Times, Discover Magazine and the American Chemical Society’s Chemical & Engineering News.