Paul T. Arnold

Dr. Paul T. Arnold is a Professor of Biology at Young Harris College, part of the Mathematics, Science & Technology division. He joined the faculty in 1987 and specializes in botany, with research focusing on plant/insect interactions, mycorrhizal relationships, forest health, and apiculture. He leads the YHC Hemlock Project, using biopredatory beetles to combat Hemlock Woolly Adelgid infestations.

• Education: Ph.D. Botany (Miami University), B.S. Biology (Huntington University), Associate in Biotechnology (Huntington University)

His research interests include the ecology of plant-mycorrhizal interactions, ethnobotany, and the floral diversity of the southern Appalachians. He emphasizes hands-on learning with students through field and laboratory research, particularly exploring natural ecosystems.

Dr. Arnold supervises the Hemlock Project, a key initiative addressing forest health. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his work reflects sustained engagement with applied ecological research. No publications are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.