David Valentine: podcast appearances and interviews

David Valentine is the Chief Operating Officer at Avadel Agency. He is a geochemist, microbiologist, and science communicator born in 1973. Valentine holds the position of Distinguished Professor of Geochemistry and Microbiology in the Department of Earth Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In his academic role, he holds the Norris Presidential Chair and directs the Valentine Lab. His expertise spans geochemistry and microbiology, contributing to scientific research and education in his field.