As wildfires continue to grow in frequency and intensity, there is an urgent need for firefighters to stay better protected against their damaging effects.

Florida State University ThermaNOLE Comfort Lab® Director Meredith McQuerry is providing groundbreaking research and innovative design that is making a difference in the firefighting community. She is aggressively tackling personal protective equipment (PPE) issues that many firefighters deal with, ranging from improper fit, reduced mobility, low durability, chafing and overheating.

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