Ehsan Ghane

Ehsan Ghane is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University. As a Drainage Extension Specialist, his work bridges research and extension, focusing on water quality and agricultural drainage. He engages with producers, drainage contractors, and conservation professionals to translate applied research into practical solutions.

• Current: Associate Professor (2023–Present)
• Previous: Assistant Professor (2017–2023)
• University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Research (2014–2016)
• Ohio State University Graduate Research (2009–2014)

Research & Extension Interests center on enhancing subsurface drainage systems for profitability and environmental sustainability. He advocates for practices like controlled drainage, saturated buffers, and drainage water recycling, supported by field-scale modeling of water management systems.

Article Trends highlight his focus on machine learning for nutrient loss analysis, bioreactor scalability for nitrate removal, and design optimization of drainage infrastructure. His work spans hydrological modeling, phosphorus transport, and climate adaptation in agricultural systems.

Grants & Initiatives: Led a USDA grant (2020) to improve agricultural water quality. His Drain Spacing Tool (2023) aids in maximizing profit through optimized drainage design.

Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the MSU Extension and contributes to the Drainage Extension Website, providing educational resources for stakeholders.