Naresh Kumar

Dr. Naresh Kumar is an Assistant Professor at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in Soil Chemistry and Chemical Soil Quality. He previously held roles as a Junior Group Leader at the University of Vienna (2018–2021) and a Postdoc at Stanford University (2014–2018), following his PhD in Earth Sciences from CEREGE - Aix-Marseille University, France (2010–2013).

His research focuses on Biogeochemistry, Bioremediation, Chemical Speciation, and Contaminant Dynamics. Key projects include studying PFAS in soils and developing predictive models for nutrient management and pollutant behavior. He teaches courses such as Environmental Analytical Techniques and Soil Pollution and Protection.

Publications highlight advancements in understanding DNA-mineral interactions, redox-driven colloid mobility, and innovative waste-to-resource solutions like aluminium dross for eutrophication control. His work bridges laboratory studies with field applications, emphasizing sustainable environmental management.

Labs/Teams: Head of the Soil Chemistry and Chemical Soil Quality subdivision, coordinating interdisciplinary research on environmental geochemistry and bioremediation strategies.