Baoshan Xing

Baoshan Xing is a University Distinguished Professor and Director of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He holds a joint appointment in the Department of Chemistry and is a Professor in the School of Marine Sciences. His leadership and research have established him as a leading figure in environmental and soil chemistry.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Environmental & Soil Chemistry, University of Alberta, Canada
• M.S. in Soil Chemistry & Mineralogy, University of Alberta, Canada
• B.S. in Agronomy, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, China

Dr. Xing's research focuses on environmental and soil chemistry, particularly in the areas of engineered nanomaterials, micro(nano)plastics, organic matter, biochar, and food safety. His work addresses critical challenges in soil and water quality, contaminant fate, and sustainable agriculture. He has published over 700 refereed articles and is consistently recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher.

The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trend in nanomaterial and microplastic environmental behavior, with increasing emphasis on analytical techniques, environmental risk, and agricultural applications. His research spans soil, water, and food systems, integrating chemistry, environmental science, and sustainability.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• University Distinguished Professor
• UMass Conti Faculty Fellowship
• UMass Amherst Spotlight Scholar
• Highly ranked among Best Scientists in Environmental Sciences (Research.com)
• Honorary Professor, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University
• Award for Outstanding Accomplishments in Research and Creative Activity (UMass)
• Highly Cited Researchers since 2014
• Fellow of Soil Science Society of America (SSSA)
• Fellow of Agronomy Society of America (ASA)
• Soil Science Research Award
• Environmental Quality Research Award
• Marion L. and Chrystie M. Jackson Soil Science Award
• Visiting/adjunct professor, Tsinghua University (2018-2020)
• Kingenta Agricultural Science Award
• ACSPSNA Distinguished Career Award
• Cheung Kong Scholar (2008-2010)
• Outstanding Research Award from SSSA and ASA (northeast branch)
• Outstanding Researcher Award, College of Natural Sciences
• The Queen Elizabeth II Doctoral Fellowship

Dr. Xing has mentored numerous visiting scholars from institutions such as Jiangnan University, Ocean University of China, Kunming University of Science and Technology, and Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He has secured substantial research funding, though specific grants are not listed. He teaches key courses including Environmental Soil Chemistry (STOCKSCH 575 & ENVSCI 575), Inorganic Contaminants in Soil, Water, and Sediment (STOCKSCH 585), and Advanced Soil Chemistry (STOCKSCH 830).

He leads a major research program with strong international collaborations and is actively involved in advancing environmental science through innovation in materials and sustainability.