Tyler Groh

Tyler Groh is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at Pennsylvania State University's College of Agricultural Sciences. He is based at the University Park campus and is an Affiliate Researcher with the Water Sustainability Initiative. His research focuses on water quality, agricultural sustainability, and engineered natural solutions for pollution mitigation.

Research Interests: Dr. Groh specializes in riparian buffer systems, particularly saturated riparian buffers, and their role in removing nitrate from agricultural drainage water. His work spans hydrology, biogeochemistry, and environmental engineering, with a strong emphasis on long-term field studies. He investigates denitrification processes, slope stability of streambanks, and the trade-offs between water quality improvement and greenhouse gas emissions such as nitrous oxide.

Publication Trends: His recent publications (2015–2023) reflect a consistent focus on nitrate removal, subsurface drainage, and environmental monitoring technologies. The research is applied and data-driven, often based on long-term field experiments like the 21-year study in Iowa’s Bear Creek watershed. Keywords across his work include riparian buffers, denitrification, tile drainage, and water sustainability.

Scientific Awards:

• Early Career Award (College of Agricultural Sciences, Penn State, 2023)

Grants and Advising: Dr. Groh has been involved in USDA-funded research evaluating the effectiveness of vegetation in curbing water pollution. While formal advisees are not listed, he collaborates closely with students and researchers, as evidenced by co-authored publications with student contributors. His work supports the development of practical, science-based solutions for sustainable agriculture.

Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with interdisciplinary research teams focused on water sustainability and ecosystem management at Penn State. His collaborations extend to researchers at Iowa State University and USDA-ARS, particularly in long-term agricultural environmental monitoring projects.