Ecosystems & Environment

Nov. 3, 2017

Chung-Ho Lin

Lin is the lead scientist for the bioremediation, natural products and bioanalytical programs at the Center for Agroforestry at University of Missouri. His primary research involves the use of plants, microbes and engineered enzymes for bioremediation, ecological restoration, and development of bioeconomy. His bioremediation research focuses on bioremediation of organic pollutants and human pathogens. Since the COVID19 pandemic in 2020, Dr. Lin has successfully redirected the analytical resources and led his research team joining the task force ‘Coronavirus Sewershed Surveillance Project’ sponsored by the state and federal agencies to provide an early warning and capture the emergence of the…

Nov. 3, 2017

Benjamin Knapp

Educational background Ph.D. Forest Resources, Clemson University, 2012 Courses taught Forest Fire Control and Use Practice of Silviculture Silviculture Field Practicum…

Nov. 3, 2017

Hong S. He

Educational background Ph.D., Chinese Academy of Sciences Courses taught NAT_R 2325/8325: Introduction to Geographic Information Systems NAT_R 4365/8365: GIS Applications NAT_R 8395: Landscape Ecology & GIS Analysis II…

Oct. 27, 2017

Keith W. Goyne

Studies aimed at understanding the effects of forest management and agronomic practices on soil health and soil nutrient and carbon cycling. Understanding the fate and transport of pesticides, pharmaceuticals and personal care products in soils and subsequent effects on soil microbial communities. Elucidating mechanisms of natural and xenobiotic organic compound sorption to minerals using spectroscopic techniques. Educational background Postdoctoral Fellow 2003 – 2005, University of Arizona, Environmental Chemistry Ph.D., 2003, The Pennsylvania State University, Soil Science (Environmental Soil Chemistry) M.S., 1998, The Pennsylvania State University, Soil Science (Environmental Soil Chemistry) B.S., 1994, The Pennsylvania State University, Soil Science — Conferred…

Oct. 27, 2017

Alba Argerich

My research encompasses the following key areas:   1. Nutrient Dynamics and Biogeochemical Processes in Streams: Excess nutrient loading is a major cause of freshwater ecosystem impairment. My research delves into understanding the factors controlling nutrient transport and transformation in streams throughout the year. We have developed innovative techniques, such as a smart tracer using fluorescent dye, to study water exchange between the stream channel and the hyporheic zone, shedding light on how this exchange influences water quality and ecosystem function.   2. Stream metabolism: Stream metabolism involves the balance between organic matter production and consumption in stream ecosystems, impacting nutrient cycling and carbon…

Oct. 27, 2017

Stephen H. Anderson

Educational background Ph.D., North Carolina State University, 1985 Courses taught Environmental Science/Civil Engineering 3250: Pollutant Fate and Transport Environmental Science/Soil Science 4305/7305: Environmental Soil Physics Environmental Science/Soil Science 4306/7306: Environmental Soil Physics Laboratory Environmental Science/Natural Resources 4320/7320: Hydrologic and Water Quality Modeling Biological Engineering 4350/7350/Civil Engineering 4720/7720: Watershed Modeling Using GIS Biological Engineering 8250: Water Management Theory Environmental Science/Soil Science 8400: Transport in the Vadose Zone Plant Science 4355/7355: Advanced Turfgrass Management…

Oct. 27, 2017

Sybill K. Amelon

Amelon’s studies focus on ecology of bat species related to population demography, behavioral ecology, resource selection, habitat use, diet/nutritional analysis and energy dynamics. A range of techniques are used including temperature sensitive radio-telemetry to monitoring of bats outfitted with passive transponders (PIT tags) and population genetics to help understand social behavior, winter / summer movements, roosting habitat selection and different overwintering strategies. Her disease research focuses on understanding and mitigating physiological impacts caused by WNS in bats. Mortality rates in affected hibernacula generally exceed 75% and have been documented as high as 99-100%. Focus is on mitigation tools to increase…

July 7, 2017

Teng Teeh Lim

Teng Lim develops and assesses practical management and mitigations for agricultural waste management and environmental issues. Emphases include improvement of nutrient management and treatment; air quality including emission evaluation and modeling; and odor mitigation and odor setback distances. Collaborate to develop extension materials, interact with producers and agricultural businesses, and conduct internationally recognized research and extension programs. Educational background Ph.D., Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University…

July 3, 2017

Dan Downing

Educational background M.S. Extension and Adult Education, University of Missouri B.S. Agricultural Mechanization, University of Missouri Courses taught AST 2320: Internal Combustion Power…

Jan. 11, 2017

Corinne Valdivia

Specialties Development Economics Sustainable Livelihoods Immigration, Integration and Rural Development Adaptation to Climate Change Translational Research Educational background B.S., Economics and Planning, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina, Peru, 1978 M.S., Agricultural Economics, University of Missouri, 1983 Ph.D., Agricultural Economics, University of Missouri, 1990 Courses taught ABM 3271, International Agriculture Development AAE 8430, International Agriculture Development Policies…