جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Angela D Kentمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Ecology
• Nitrogen Cycling
• Agroecosystems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Angela D. Kent is a Professor in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she also serves as Director of the Program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology within the School of Integrative Biology. She is affiliated with the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. Her research focuses on microbial communities in agroecosystems and natural environments, particularly their roles in nitrogen cycling, soil health, and sustainable bioenergy production. Key research interests include microbial interactions in plant-microbe systems, the impact of genetic variation in crops on microbial processes, and the ecological and biogeochemical implications of soil microbiomes. She has authored over 99 publications and supervised datasets on topics such as denitrification dynamics, rhizosphere microbiome assembly, and microbial contributions to nitrogen retention. Dr. Kent has received the NACTA Educator Award (2012) and has contributed to high-impact studies on topics like microbial community responses to environmental stressors and the application of stable isotopes in bioenergy research. Her work bridges microbial ecology, agronomy, and environmental science, emphasizing practical solutions for sustainable agriculture and ecosystem management.

Eric Slessarevمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Soil Science
• Biogeochemistry
• Carbon Sequestration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eric Slessarev is an Assistant Professor at Yale University , affiliated with the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture. His research focuses on soil biogeochemistry, particularly how soil properties influence carbon and nutrient cycling in terrestrial ecosystems, with applications to climate change mitigation strategies like enhanced rock weathering and perennial grass cultivation. Teaches Ecology of Landforms and General Ecology Labs located at KGL 318 (research) and KGL 417 (office) His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding mineral-organic matter interactions, microbial controls on carbon cycling, and policy implications for soil-based carbon removal strategies. Key methodologies include global data synthesis, isotope tracing, and experimental manipulation of soil-plant systems across depth profiles. Notably, his 2025 work demonstrates drought impacts on carbon persistence, microbial harnessing for CO2 removal, and economic modeling of reversible carbon storage. 2024 studies explore deep-rooted plant effects on carbon fractions, calcium's role in mollisol formation, and policy optimization for carbon sequestration.

Maria Navarroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• High-Impact Practices (HIPs)
• Interdisciplinary Education
• Curriculum Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Navarro is a Teaching Professor at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences, specifically within the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication. She holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Education from Texas A&M University (2004) and a BS/MS equivalent in Agricultural Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain (1992). Ph.D., Agricultural Education, Texas A&M University (2004) BS/MS, Agricultural Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (1992) Her research focuses on High-Impact Practices (HIPs), interdisciplinary education, and integrating STEM with social sciences to create globally conscious curricula. She has led transformative projects in curriculum operations, faculty development, and student equity, with recent work emphasizing sustainable food systems and biocultural diversity. 2018 Fellow, Association for International Agricultural and Extension Education 2017 D.W. Brooks Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching 2016 Outstanding Graduate Faculty Mentor Award 2014 UGA Richard B. Russell Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Dr. Navarro has secured competitive grants totaling over $1.1 million from USDA-NIFA-HEP for projects like 'Interdisciplinary graduate research and education in sustainable food systems' and 'Integrating humanistic studies into engineering education.' Her teaching includes international study-abroad programs, graduate seminars, and first-year courses, with a focus on experiential learning and curriculum innovation.

Derek G. Brewinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Grain markets and trade
• Firm location choices and innovation
• Farm finance and production economics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Derek G. Brewin is a Professor and Head of the Department of Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics at the University of Manitoba, within the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. He holds a PhD in Agricultural, Environmental and Regional Economics from Pennsylvania State University. Education: PhD, Agricultural, Environmental and Regional Economics, Pennsylvania State University, USA MSc, Agricultural Economics, University of Saskatchewan, Canada BSc, Agricultural Economics, University of Alberta, Canada Dr. Brewin's research focuses on spatial grain and oilseed markets, innovation in food processing and plant breeding, farm finance, and red meat supply chains. With 14 years of industry experience prior to his academic career, including roles as a lender and analyst in the agriculture sector, his work bridges practical industry knowledge with academic rigor. His current research projects examine the economics of crop rotations, grain transportation policy, plant location for oilseed processing, and the economics of perennial grains and forages with beef integration. His scholarly work shows a consistent focus on agricultural markets, transportation economics, and innovation policy, with a particular emphasis on Canadian agricultural systems. Recent publications analyze the impact of trade disruptions, pandemic effects on grain markets, and innovation policy in crop breeding. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Award-winning teacher of agricultural finance, marketing and risk management Past President of the Canadian Agricultural Economics Society Member and on Editorial Board of Northeast Agricultural and Resource Economics Association (NAREA) Member of the Structure and Performance of Agriculture and Agri-products Network Member of the Canadian Agricultural Innovation and Regulation Network Dr. Brewin has supervised numerous graduate students, with current students working on topics related to winter forage options, crop rotation profit impacts, and processing location impacts on farm prices. His professional service includes serving as a Senator at the University of Manitoba and as a director of Farm Management Canada and the Manitoba Rural Adaptation Council. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Brewin worked as a Corporate Advisor for the Canadian Wheat Board, a Policy Economist for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, and a farm lender. He was raised on a mixed irrigation farm in Purple Springs, Alberta, providing him with firsthand agricultural experience that informs his research and teaching.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Multi-Agent Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Herman Bruyninckx is a Part-Time Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Mechanical Engineering department, specifically within the Control Systems Technology group and EAISI High Tech Systems initiative. He also serves as a professor (Hoogleraar) at KU Leuven in Belgium. Academic focus on robotics, control systems, and multi-agent coordination Active research in model predictive control , semantic mapping , and dynamic constraint algorithms Recent publications address industrial automation , agro-food robotics , and haptic technology Research Highlights : Developed hybrid decision-making frameworks for multi-agent navigation Innovated swing-free control methods for robotic pick-and-place operations Formulated constrained dynamics algorithms with LQR-Gauss principle integration Created ExoTen-Glove for haptic feedback in virtual environments Collaborative Projects : Coordinated with researchers like René van de Molengraft , Elena Torta , and Koen de Vos Contributed to NWO/TTW FlexCRAFT project for cognitive robotics in agro-food technology

Stephen Devadossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Economics
• International Trade
• Trade Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Devadoss serves as Professor and Emabeth Thompson Endowed Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University's College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, where he has established himself as a leading scholar in agricultural trade policy and international economics. He earned his PhD from Iowa State University and has developed an extensive research program examining global agricultural markets, trade barriers, and technological adoption in specialty crop production. His research primarily investigates international trade dynamics, with emphasis on tariff/non-tariff barrier impacts, mergers and acquisitions in agri-food sectors, and labor economics in fruit and vegetable production. His methodological approach frequently employs advanced econometric frameworks to address policy-relevant questions in agricultural economics. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal concentrated focus on US-Mexico trade disputes (particularly regarding GM corn), economic viability of robotic harvesting technologies, and trade war repercussions across global commodity markets, demonstrating consistent responsiveness to emerging agricultural policy challenges. Scientific recognition includes: Lifetime Achievement Award from Southern Agricultural Economics Association Fellow of Western Agricultural Economics Association He has additionally received 16 research awards, 20 teaching awards (including AAEA Graduate/Undergraduate Teaching Awards), and 33 graduate mentoring awards. As an advisor, Dr. Devadoss has mentored students to publish over 85 journal articles and secure 61 awards, including 12 top dissertation and thesis awards from AAEA and WAEA, reflecting his exceptional commitment to graduate education.

Helmut Meissمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological Pest Control
• Weed Management
• Sustainable Agriculture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helmut Meiss serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Lorraine's University Institute of Technology (IUT) Nancy-Brabois, where he directs the DUT Biology with Agronomy option study program. His research focuses on conservation biological control of crop pests and weeds through natural enemies within innovative cropping systems, bridging ecological science and agricultural practice. Dr. Meiss's work emphasizes biological pest control and weed management in sustainable agriculture, investigating how landscape features, crop rotations, and biodiversity enhance ecosystem services. His research integrates field studies with predictive modeling—particularly machine learning—to develop practical tools for farmers, as evidenced by his leadership in the ARENA project which establishes observation networks for natural pest regulation. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent themes in cereal aphid regulation, weed dynamics in cropping systems, and data-driven approaches to agri-environmental indicators. His work demonstrates a strong trajectory toward generic predictive models for pest control and the integration of biocontrol into farm-level decision-making, with increasing emphasis on ecosystem service quantification since 2017. Dr. Meiss co-supervises PhD candidate Eric STELL on predicting conservation biological pest control in cereal crop mixtures. His involvement in the ARENA project indicates collaborative grant-funded research, though specific funding sources aren't detailed in available materials. He actively contributes to farmer advisory systems through biodiversity indicators and crop management tools. As part of a multidisciplinary research group organized around three thematic axes, he participates in the ARENA network for pest biocontrol assessment and engages in public outreach including school workshops, biodiversity exhibitions, and science-society initiatives like the 'Grand Nancy Terre de pollinisateurs' project.

Rene Van Ackerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Sustainability
• Plant Science
• Agroecology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Rene Van Acker is a Professor in the Department of Plant Agriculture at the Ontario Agricultural College (University of Guelph). Currently serving as Interim President of the University of Guelph, he previously held the Dean and Associate Dean External positions at OAC, and chaired the Department of Plant Agriculture. With a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from University of Guelph and a PhD from University of Reading , his leadership has transformed OAC through strategic initiatives like Our Shared Priorities and OAC Space Visioning Plan . Co-founded Arrell Food Institute and Guelph Centre for Urban Organic Farming Established over 20 externally funded chairs and raised $90M+ for OAC Led creation of B.Sc. in Indigenous Environmental Science and other innovative programs His research focuses on agroecology , organic farming systems , weed science , and temperate forest garden systems . Recent publications examine herbicide effects on crops, microbial community dynamics in agroforestry, and novel crop establishment methods. Key projects include evaluating compost applications and woodchip mulching impacts on apple orchard productivity and soil microbial abundance . As an active faculty member, he supervises graduate students , co-teaches OAC capstone courses , and serves on university committees including Budget Committee and Micro-credentials Committee . Externally, he contributes to Rural Ontario Institute and leads the Deans Council (Agriculture, Food & Veterinary Medicine).

Virginia Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Breeding
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Cover Crops
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Virginia Moore is an Assistant Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science , Plant Breeding and Genetics Section at Cornell University. She joined the faculty on February 1, 2021. Her research program focuses on plant breeding for sustainable cropping systems, including organic systems, intercropping, pest resistance, and ecosystem services. She works with diverse species such as cover crops, perennial forages, bioenergy crops, and hemp. Dr. Moore earned her PhD in Plant Breeding & Plant Genetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2018), MS from the same institution (2015), and BS from McGill University (2010). Prior to Cornell, she was a post-doctoral researcher and project manager for the USDA Sustainable Agricultural Systems Lab. Research Focus: Her work bridges plant breeding and agroecology through: Developing cover crops and perennial systems for enhanced sustainability Breeding crops for organic and polyculture environments Improving pest resistance and ecosystem service provision Advancing cold tolerance in crops like winter pea Publications: Her 9 recent articles (2016-2020) demonstrate consistent focus on sustainable agriculture, cover crop breeding, and organic systems. Research spans field experiments, genetic studies, farmer surveys, and cultivar development, with strong emphasis on practical applications for sustainable farming. Awards: NIFA-AFRI Postdoctoral Fellowship Mentoring & Grants: Dr. Moore leads the Moore Lab and mentors graduate students including Turner Fellow Maia Payne. She directs projects funded by USDA and USAID, and manages the Legume Cover Crop Breeding network. The lab offers PhD fellowships and summer internships focused on plant breeding for sustainability. Lab & Team: The Moore Lab researches cover crops, forages, hemp, and dry beans. Current projects include cold tolerance studies in winter pea and Johnsongrass, rye breeding initiatives, and farmer surveys on cereal rye usage.

John Reganoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Science
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Agroecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Reganold is a Regents Professor of Soil Science and Agroecology at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences within the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). He specializes in sustainable agriculture, soil health, and organic farming systems. Reganold holds a B.A. in German (1971), M.S. in Soil Science (1974), and Ph.D. in Soil Science (1980) from the University of California at Berkeley and Davis. He teaches courses including Organic Gardening/Farming, Advanced Soil Analysis, and oversees the 30-acre Eggert Family Organic Farm research initiative. His research focuses on measuring the sustainability of organic vs. conventional farming systems, with a focus on soil health, crop yields, environmental quality, and economic performance. Notable studies include the long-term impacts of farming systems on soil organic matter and the financial competitiveness of organic agriculture. Reganold has authored influential papers in Nature , PNAS , and Scientific American , emphasizing agroecology and perennial grain development. Reganold directs the Organic and Sustainable Agriculture undergraduate program (~25 students) and the Online Certificate in Organic Agriculture. His work integrates ecological principles with practical farming practices, advocating for policies that support sustainable agricultural transitions. Current projects explore climate change impacts on soil health and the role of perennial grains in future food systems. His teaching and research laboratories emphasize participatory learning and field-based experimentation. Recent collaborations include studies on biodegradable plastics in agriculture and the role of dung beetles in disrupting pest vectors. Reganold’s work bridges academia and practice, aiming to advance global food security while preserving environmental integrity.

Matthew Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecosystem Services
• Conservation Biology
• Environmental Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Matthew Mitchell is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Department of Forest Resources Management at the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the Faculty of Forestry, University of British Columbia (UBC). His research focuses on multifunctional landscapes, integrating ecological and socio-economic dimensions to balance biodiversity conservation with human well-being. He co-leads the M2L2 Lab, which emphasizes equitable and sustainable management of urban and agricultural systems. Mitchell’s work bridges landscape ecology, ecosystem service science, and conservation policy, leveraging interdisciplinary methods like socio-ecological modeling and participatory research. His research areas include community ecology, ecosystem services and conservation policy, and environmental change. He collaborates with stakeholders to co-design solutions for urban greenspace planning, agricultural sustainability, and mineral exploration that respect biodiversity. Mitchell’s lab actively engages in reconciliation efforts, acknowledging Indigenous land stewardship and UBC’s location on Musqueam territory. Notable contributions include studies on forest restoration trade-offs, flood mitigation via ecosystems, and biodiversity-ecosystem service linkages. Mitchell advises students like Dan Forrest (UBC Public Scholar) and MSc candidate Aaron Aguirre, exploring urban bat ecology and mutualistic city design. His work informs national conservation strategies and urban planning, emphasizing equity and ecological resilience. Lab activities focus on developing tools for multifunctional landscape planning, such as indices for restorative nature and frameworks balancing mineral prospectivity with conservation. Mitchell’s research underscores the urgency of addressing global biodiversity loss through inclusive, science-driven policies.

Matthew R. Ryanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable cropping systems
• Agroecology
• Cover crops and ecological weed management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew R. Ryan is an Associate Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science (Soil and Crop Sciences Section) at Cornell University. His research focuses on sustainable cropping systems, agroecology, and cover crop management with an emphasis on ecological weed suppression and organic production. Ryan leads the Sustainable Cropping Systems Lab and co-directs the Organic @ Cornell initiative. Education: PhD in Agronomy (2010), MS in Agronomy (2007) from The Pennsylvania State University; BS in Biology (2001) from Kutztown University. Research Interests: Development of diversified cropping systems that integrate perennial grains like Kernza Evaluation of cover crop genetics and management strategies Optimization of no-till systems for organic crop production Assessment of agronomic practices' environmental impact Recent Work Trends: Over 15 publications (2023–2025) emphasize cover crop genetics, no-till weed management, and perennial grain development. Collaborative projects across 16 U.S. states highlight regional adaptation strategies. Awards: No formal awards listed, though his work has been featured in news articles about cover crop adoption and perennial grain development. Teaching & Mentorship: Teaches PLSCI 1900 and 3800 courses. Advises graduate students in Soil and Crop Sciences. Coordinates multi-university courses like the Cover Crop Challenge. Labs/Teams: Leads Sustainable Cropping Systems Lab and collaborates with Cornell's Agricultural Experiment Station. Active in regional farmer-extension partnerships.

• Bioeconomy
• Renewable Energy
• Biomass Production and Utilization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Mariusz Jerzy Stolarski is a full-time faculty member at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, affiliated with the Department of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biomaterial Engineering within the Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry. His research focuses on bioeconomy, renewable energy systems, and sustainable biomass production. Scientific discipline: Agriculture and horticulture ORCID: 0000-0003-0712-9678 Email: mariusz.stolarski@uwm.edu.pl Phone: +48 89 523 48 38 His research explores biomass valorization, biofuel processing, and environmental efficiency assessments across agricultural and forestry systems. Recent work examines supercritical CO2 extraction effects on biomass stability, intercropping systems in organic farming, and economic viability of multi-purpose energy crops like industrial hemp and Virginia fanpetals. Scientific indicators highlight significant contributions: 79/96 publications (WoS/Scopus), 878/1141 citations (WoS/Scopus), H-index 21/24, and Google Scholar H-index 29 with 3089 citations. He has promoted 4 doctors and currently supervises 2 doctoral students.

Anton Bekkermanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Agricultural Economics
• Commodity Markets
• Price Forecasting
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Anton Bekkerman is a Professor in the Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems at the University of New Hampshire, serving as Associate Dean for Research and Director of the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Economics from North Carolina State University and a B.B.A. from Loyola University Maryland. His research spans agricultural marketing, price forecasting, policy analysis, and risk management, with specific expertise in: Commodity price dynamics (grain and fertilizer markets) Agricultural insurance and policy design Farm decision-making and risk analysis Spatial economic modeling Recent publications examine quality-based wheat pricing, biofuel policy impacts on fertilizer markets, crop insurance distributions, and economic dimensions of pest management. His work integrates economic theory with empirical analysis of agricultural systems. Dr. Bekkerman leads research initiatives addressing agricultural sustainability and economic resilience in changing climates.

• Organic Farming
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Crop Production
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Sabine Seidel is a full Professor at the Institute of Crop Production, Department of Agrarwissenschaften, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Her research integrates plant modeling, sustainable agriculture, and digital farming to enhance climate-resilient and resource-efficient crop systems. Her research interests focus on the development and testing of innovative, diverse (organic) cultivation systems, particularly mixed cropping and intercropping. She investigates ecosystem services such as yield and greenhouse gas emissions through measurements and modeling. Her work emphasizes the interactions between genotype, environment, and management (G×E×M), especially concerning water, nitrogen, and root dynamics. She also explores root growth responses to nutrient deficiency and drought stress, and leads initiatives in digital farming, including AI tools for pollinator detection and digital twin development in agriculture. Analysis of her recent publications (2024–2025) reveals a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining field experiments with advanced modeling. Her work spans agroecosystem modeling, intercropping systems (especially wheat and faba bean), soil-crop interactions, and the application of AI and machine learning in agriculture. She frequently contributes to multi-model studies and calibration protocols, emphasizing model accuracy and validation. Her research is highly collaborative, involving teams across Germany and Austria. Root:shoot ratio under conservation tillage Phenotypic plasticity in winter wheat Resource acquisition in intercropping Digital crop growth simulation using GANs Soil carbon sequestration and organic matter dynamics She has been actively involved in the PhenoRob Cluster of Excellence as a junior research group leader (2020–2025), focusing on optimizing plant mixtures through field experiments and modeling. Prior to this, she conducted postdoctoral research on subsoil management at the University of Bonn. Her work bridges ecology, plant science, soil science, and digital technologies. She earned her doctorate on plant modeling and irrigation from the Technical University of Dresden and studied agricultural sciences at the Technical University of Munich. She is based in Vienna and maintains an active presence in knowledge transfer, with media contributions in print and online outlets discussing sustainable farming practices.