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Eric M. Lyons is an Associate Professor at the University of Guelph's Ontario Agricultural College, specializing in Turfgrass Management within the Department of Plant Agriculture. His work focuses on stress physiology in plants and sustainable management of turfgrass systems.
- Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University
- B.Sc., University of Northern Iowa
Research interests include:
- Improving plant stress tolerance through nutrient and hormone signaling
- Analyzing root competition in perennial ecosystems
- Developing pesticide-free sports field management strategies
- Integrating innovative technologies in turfgrass industries
His lab's publications reveal expertise in root biology, nutrient stress adaptation, and turfgrass cultivation techniques. Collaborations include industry partnerships and the Toronto Blue Jays' natural turfgrass project at Rogers Centre.
He teaches graduate courses PLNT*6400 and PLNT*6230, and undergraduate programs like the Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management. Outreach activities include short courses and symposiums for turfgrass professionals.
