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Mark Dougherty serves as Associate Professor in the Biosystems Engineering department within Auburn University's College of Engineering. His academic work bridges agricultural systems and environmental engineering with focus on sustainable water resource management.
Education:
- Ph.D. Civil and Environmental Engineering, Virginia Tech
- M.S. Biological Systems Engineering, Virginia Tech
- B.S. Agricultural Engineering, Texas Tech
- B.S. Geography, Clarion University
Dougherty's research centers on water resources engineering with emphasis on sustainable development balancing environmental protection and economic progress. His work spans water quality management, source water protection, wastewater reuse for irrigation, and green infrastructure environmental impacts. He actively investigates erosion control systems for steep slopes and explores international opportunities enhancing food production and urban water usage.
His 15 most recent publications demonstrate strong focus on irrigation technologies (particularly subsurface drip systems), wastewater treatment innovations (sand filters, sludge management), and urban water challenges (pervious concrete, stormwater thermal characteristics). Research frequently combines field-scale investigations with watershed-scale geographic information systems.
Dougherty teaches multiple courses including Irrigation Design (BSEN 4210), Turf Systems Irrigation (BATM 3560), and specialized topics in sustainable composting, soil moisture sensing, and bioretention monitoring. His educational contributions include pioneering e-portfolio implementation for engineering graduates and lifelong learning frameworks.
Current research continues exploring conjunctive use of public water resources while addressing climate adaptation through ENSO-based rainwater harvesting and sustainable irrigation scheduling methods.
