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Mallika Nocco is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Agrohydrology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Biological Systems Engineering (College of Agricultural and Life Sciences). Her work bridges agricultural engineering, hydrology, and environmental science to advance sustainable water management practices.
Education:
- B.A. in Cultural Studies & Comparative Literature/Philosophy (2004), University of Minnesota
- M.S. in Soil Science (2012), University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Ph.D. in Environment and Resources (2017), University of Wisconsin-Madison
Research Interests: Dr. Nocco focuses on agrohydrology, soil-plant-water relations, and irrigation management. Her lab develops precision agriculture tools using remote sensing and integrates science communication through the Water Talk podcast. Key areas include:
- Climate resilience strategies for crops
- Managed aquifer recharge techniques
- Evapotranspiration modeling for water efficiency
- Soil health and carbon sequestration
Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, with studies on almond orchard water management, cover crop impacts, and CO2 sequestration via enhanced weathering. Remote sensing innovations dominate technical outputs, while extension-focused projects address grower education and policy.
Awards:
- 2024 Science Communication Fellowship
- 2023 Soil and Water Conservation Innovation Award
- 2017 David H. Smith Postdoctoral Fellowship
Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students in soil science and remote sensing applications. Leads projects funded by USDA, NSF, and industry partnerships, focusing on precision irrigation and environmental justice in agriculture.
Labs/Teams: Director of the Conservation Irrigation Lab, collaborating with growers, policymakers, and engineers to translate research into actionable strategies. Active in the Tree-crop Remote Sensing (T-REX) initiative for climate-resilient agroecosystems.
