Kevin Geyer

Kevin Geyer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science & Sustainability at Allegheny College, where he conducts research and teaches courses related to soil science, sustainability, and environmental systems. His work bridges ecological science with agricultural practices under changing climatic conditions.

Research Interests: Dr. Geyer specializes in soil science, climate change impacts on ecosystems, microbial ecology, biogeochemistry, and sustainable land use. His research explores how soils respond to environmental change, particularly focusing on carbon cycling and sequestration in agroecosystems. He integrates field-based studies with broader ecological theory to promote resilient food systems.

Teaching: He regularly teaches upper-level courses including Soil to Plate (ENVSC 230) and Soils and Society (ENVSC 395), which connect soil health to food production and societal challenges.

Education:

• B.S., Michigan State University
• Ph.D., Virginia Tech

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed in available text.

Advising and Grants: There is no public information available regarding student advising or grant funding in the provided content.

Labs and Teams: No specific laboratory, research group, or collaborative team is mentioned in the current biographical sketch.