John Grant

John Grant is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Southern Cross University, with over 30 years of expertise in soil science and environmental research. His career spans roles in soil interpretation, land mapping, and agroforestry systems.

• BSc (University of Tasmania), PhD (Southern Cross University)
• Certified Professional Soil Scientist (Stage 3) - Soil Science Australia
• Active in community organizations: Landcare, SoilCare

Research Interests: John focuses on nutrient cycling, soil science, and land rehabilitation, particularly in agroforestry systems across the Pacific. His work explores carbon sequestration in soils, soil-plant interactions in Bell Miner Associated Dieback, and ecosystem services of dung beetles and biochar.

Publication Trends: Recent work bridges environmental science and physics (electrochemical applications), with ongoing emphasis on tropical forest restoration, plantation productivity, and climate resilience. His research spans local (Australian sub-tropical forests) and global (Vanuatu, Vietnam) applications.

Scientific Recognition:

• Certified Professional Soil Scientist (Stage 3) - Soil Science Australia

Teaching & Leadership: Since 2004, he has lectured on soil processes and ecosystem dynamics, supervising PhD and Masters students. His affiliations include the Forest Research Centre and The Conversation as a contributor.