
Assistant Research Professor
School of Natural Resources
Research at a glance
Area(s) of Expertise
Research Summary
Samuel Lord is a soil ecologist and Assistant Research Professor at the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry. His research focuses on the interactions between soil, plants, and microbial communities in both native ecosystems and agroecological environments. By studying the ecological processes that support efficiency and function in natural systems, his lab aims to apply these findings to promote sustainable land management and improve resilience in agricultural practices.
Educational background
- Ph.D. , University of Missouri, Natural Resources – Emphasis in Soil
- M.S., University of Missouri, Natural Resources – Emphasis in Soil
- B.S. 2016, University of Missouri, Soil, Environmental, and Atmospheric Sciences – Emphasis in Soil
Courses taught
- Soil 2100 Lecture: Introduction to Soil Science
- Soil 4308/7308: Soil Conservation
- Soil 4312/7312: Environmental Soil Microbiology