Ph.D. Student
Kevan’s research focuses on the linked cycles of C and nutrients in a novel loblolly pine-switchgrass bioenergy production system.
M.S. Student
Nina’s research focuses on the restoration of key biogeochemical cycles following mined land reclamation and their associated influence on reforestation success.
M.S. Student
Patricia is working toward a better understanding of the role of soils as a control over N export from forested watersheds at the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory.
M.S. Student
Brett is working to understand how climate gradients affect the partitioning of heterotrophic and autotrophic components of soil respiration across the range of loblolly pine.
See yourself here?
To learn more about opportunities for undergraduate participation in the lab, please visit the Join Us! page or contact me directly. You can even just drop by if you like.
I’m in 228F Cheatham and would be happy to see you.
Postdocs and Technicians
Undergraduate Students
M.S. Student
Lara’s work focuses on the influence of root exudates on microbial properties (e.g., abundance and activity) and processes (e.g., respiration).
M.F. Student
Sean’s work addresses the effects of herbaceous competition on the long-term success of mined land reforestation efforts.
M.S. Student
Paliza is partitioning heterotrophic and autotrophic soil respiration and determining the soil greenhouse gas fluxes in a loblolly pine-switchgrass bioenergy production system.
Research Assistant
Sam provides support for the group by assisting in sample preparation, processing, and analysis. Upon graduation in the spring of 2012, Sam is heading to the University of Wyoming to pursue a Master’s degree!
Lab Alumni
Zach D. Addington, B.S. 2011
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Raj’s primary goal is to fill the knowledge gap regarding the effects of forest fertilization on soil greenhouse gas emissions.
See yourself here?
We’re always interested in adding new members to the lab. Please visit the Join Us! page to learn about any specific opportunities, or feel free to contact me.
Graduate Students
Laboratory Manager
Dave keeps our analytical facilities running, including everything from instrument operation and maintenance, QA/QC, student training and oversight, and generally making the world go around.
M.S. Student
Laura is building relationships between hyperspectral reflectance, foliar N isotopic signatures and forest ecosystem N retention with the goal of remotely sensing stand-level N cycle dynamics.
Laboratory and Research Technician
Sam assists with all aspects of research with a primary focus on supporting field campaigns.
Assistant Professor of Forest Soils and Biogeochemistry
Virginia Tech
Department of Forest Resources
& Environmental Conservation
228 Cheatham Hall (0324)
Blacksburg, VA 24061
