Patrick Kozak

Patrick Kozak is a Researcher and Lecturer at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, with expertise spanning environmental science, carbon sequestration, and geological remote sensing. His work bridges agricultural sustainability with advanced geospatial technologies.

Research Interests: Dr. Kozak focuses on environmental science and carbon sequestration, utilizing remote sensing and field spectroscopy to study soil carbon dynamics, climate change mitigation, and metamorphic processes. His projects address agricultural GHG offsets, mineral mapping, and ecological monitoring.

Publication Trends: His research spans two decades, emphasizing carbon credit systems (C-Lock), soil-based greenhouse gas offsets, and metamorphic mineral analysis using AVIRIS data. Topics range from environmental policy to geological spectroscopy, with a focus on sustainable land management and climate solutions.