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M. Anne Naeth is a Professor in the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta, specializing in land reclamation and restoration ecology. She holds dual professional designations as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) and Professional Biologist (P Biol), and is a Fellow of the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (FSTLHE) and the Canadian Society of Soil Science (FCSSS). Her roles include Director of Future Energy Systems (a Canada First Research Excellence Fund program) and Director of the Land Reclamation International Graduate School (LRIGS).
Her research focuses on plant-soil-water relationships, with emphasis on reclamation post-disturbance from industrial activities. She leads interdisciplinary initiatives addressing soil reconstruction, phytoremediation, and sustainable land management. Notable contributions include advancing anthroposol classification and developing strategies for contaminated site remediation using native species and waste-derived amendments.
- Education: PhD (details not specified in texts)
- Affiliations: Editor-in-Chief of the Canadian Journal of Soil Science, Co-Lead of Future Energy Systems' Resilient Reclaimed Land and Water Systems theme
Dr. Naeth has received over 20 awards, including the University Cup (2018) and 3M National Teaching Fellowship (1997). Her teaching excellence is underscored by multiple Teacher of the Year awards and the Vargo Distinguished Teaching Chair (2005–2017).
Research & Grants:
- NSERC CREATE grant for LRIGS, training leaders in land reclamation
- Leadership in Future Energy Systems, focusing on sustainable energy transitions
- Projects on biochar applications, phytoremediation, and Arctic ecosystem restoration
Labs/Teams: Directs the Land Reclamation International Graduate School and the Landform Design Institute. Collaborates via the Terrestrial Mesocosm Facility and the Future Energy Systems consortium.
