Stacy Bennetts

Stacy Bennetts is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Augusta University's College of Science and Mathematics. Her academic focus spans plant evolution, soil adaptation, and conservation biology.

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (University of Exeter, 2005)
• MS in Biological Sciences (East Tennessee State University, 2000)
• BA in Biological Sciences (Agnes Scott College, 1997)

Dr. Bennetts specializes in:

• Plant metal hyperaccumulation mechanisms
• Edaphic endemic evolution
• Conservation genetics of rare species

Her research includes studies on metal tolerance in Thlaspi species and serpentine soil adaptations in Phacelia dubia. She teaches botany, plant physiology, and evolutionary biology courses.

Administrative roles include:

• Biology Club/Tri Beta Honor Society Advisor (2016)
• University Senator-At-Large (2016-2017)