Halvor Halvorson

Halvor Halvorson is an Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of Central Arkansas. He holds a PhD from the University of Arkansas (2016) and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Southern Mississippi (2016-2019) before joining UCA in 2019. His research examines nutrient cycling and ecological stoichiometry in aquatic ecosystems, with focus on decomposition processes and microbial-detritivore interactions.

Research emphasizes:

• Global patterns in decomposition stoichiometry
• Land use impacts on stream ecosystem processes
• Mathematical modeling of nutrient constraints
• Bivalve influences on food webs

His publications demonstrate extensive work on decomposition ecology and stoichiometric principles, with recent global syntheses and experimental studies examining how light, nutrients, and consumers interact to regulate ecosystem functioning. Courses taught include General Ecology, Freshwater Ecology, and Environmental Practicum.