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Paul Grogan is a Professor of Terrestrial Ecosystem Ecology at the Department of Biology, Queen's University. His research focuses on plant-soil interactions, biogeochemical cycles, and the impacts of climate change on Arctic and alpine tundra ecosystems. He leads a lab investigating how biological and physical factors influence ecosystem structure and function, particularly under scenarios of warming, altered land management, and nitrogen deposition.
Teaching emphasizes active learning strategies, including concept-focused lectures, problem-solving exercises, and field experiences. He prioritizes mentorship in graduate training and continuously improves pedagogical practices through professional development. His work integrates microbial ecology, vegetation dynamics, and remote sensing to address global environmental challenges.
Key research themes include Arctic plant functional traits, winter carbon emissions, and snow-driven ecological processes. He has contributed datasets on Arctic biomass and co-authored syntheses on tundra biogeochemistry. His lab's findings inform assessments of ecosystem resilience to climate perturbations.
Paul Grogan's research and teaching are rooted in interdisciplinary approaches, blending field observations, genomic analysis, and collaborative data synthesis to advance understanding of terrestrial ecosystem responses to global change.
