John Ezell

Dr. John Ezell serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Mississippi State University, specializing in hydrology, biogeochemistry, and karst systems with over a decade of teaching experience. His work bridges field research across the southeastern United States, Gulf of Mexico, and The Bahamas with innovative geoscience education methodologies.

Dr. Ezell's educational foundation includes:

• Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from University of Florida (2010-2016), dissertation: Carbonate dissolution rates and volumes in changing aqueous settings
• M.S. in Geosciences from Mississippi State University (2008-2010), thesis: The sediment and water column biogeochemistry of Weeks Bay during bottom water hypoxic and normoxic events
• Dual B.S. degrees in Geosciences and Forestry from Mississippi State University (2003-2008)

His research portfolio demonstrates exceptional breadth in environmental geosciences:

• Karst Dynamics: Investigating spring reversals, bluehole biogeochemistry, and landscape evolution through field studies in The Bahamas and southeastern US
• Aquatic Systems: Modeling geochemical responses to hypoxia in bay waters and tidal influences on coastal environments
• Applied Environmental Science: Conducting herbicide research and soil moisture studies for sustainable resource management
• Education Innovation: Actively redesigning distance learning structures for geoscience curricula

Professional recognition includes significant awards:

• Excellence in Teaching Award (2020) and NOAA NEERS Fellowship (2009) for educational impact
• Geological Society of America funding (2009, 2012) supporting field research
• National Speleological Society Science Award (2012) for collaborative cave diving research
• UF OGMP Scholarship (2015) and GIS Certification (2008) for technical expertise

Dr. Ezell's grant-supported research demonstrates consistent funding success through competitive awards from NOAA and GSA, while his role as Research Lab Coordinator facilitated collaborative projects across multiple ecosystems. His teaching portfolio spans foundational courses like GG 1113 Survey of Earth Science to advanced field methods (GG 8400) and Gulf Coast studies (GG 8410), reflecting comprehensive program involvement.

Field operations involve coordinated teams conducting research in challenging environments including Bahamian blueholes and Gulf Coast estuaries, with methodologies integrating geochemical analysis, hydrological monitoring, and remote sensing techniques developed through his GIS certification.