Ted W. Simon, PhD, DABT
Areas of Expertise: Environmental Toxicology (Entox)
Award winning toxicologist and scientist. 10+ years' experience as a toxicologist employed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 10+ years consulting and expert witness experience. Served on on the Chemical Assessment Advisory Committee (CAAC) of EPA's Science Advisory Board and on the Editorial Board of the journal Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology. Served as EPA's senior toxicologist in the waste management division working on risk and soil cleanup. Experienced expert witness on issues including environmental risk, Illegal drugs, pharmaceuticals, accidental poisoning, and intellectual property. Well published, including author of 1st and 2nd editions of a textbook on toxicology and environmental risk assessment and a reference work on pesticides. Expertise in toxicology, risk assessment, mathematical modeling, statistics, neuroscience, and environmental/ecological health issues. Interest and expertise in the effects and testing of alcohol, cannabis and pharmaceuticals, arsenic, chromium, benzene and other solvents. Extensive national and international public speaking experience. 15+ years teaching experience.
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Dr. Ted W. Simon provided an expert toxicology memorandum in my case on a pro bono basis, and his contribution reflects the highest standards of scientific integrity, professionalism, and public service. Despite having no obligation to assist, Dr. Simon devoted his time, expertise, and careful analysis to help a mother facing severe and ongoing consequences from scientifically unreliable hair‑testing practices.
His report was thorough, evidence‑based, and grounded in peer‑reviewed toxicology. He reviewed multiple laboratory records, identified inconsistencies, and explained—in clear, accessible terms—why the disputed hair test was scientifically unsound. He also contextualized the broader risks of misinterpreting hair‑testing results, citing international research and real‑world examples of wrongful family‑court outcomes.
What stands out most is that Dr. Simon offered this assistance without compensation, motivated solely by a commitment to scientific accuracy and fairness. His willing
— Posted by Carey Johnson- Mother
Feb 2026