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Research Interests
I am a broadly trained ecologist and environmental scientist whose work is focused on applied and fundamental aspects of terrestrial ecosystem biogeochemistry. My research aims to improve our understanding about the flow of carbon and nutrients through ecosystems and addresses how different aspects of global change (e.g., altered fire regimes, plant community shifts) are impacting how ecosystems function from a biogeochemical perspective. I use my research to help inform land managers and stakeholders about sustainable management practices in forests and grassland systems.
Teaching Experience
My teaching philosophy is grounded in several key tenets:
- Intellectual development hinges on engaging students' curiosity and a supportive learning environment.
- Learning is a dynamic process where multiple modes of teaching support diverse learning styles
- Fostering critical and creative thinking from multiple perspectives is crucial for scientific progress.
- Establishing data literacy is paramount.
Through my teaching at the University of Montana, I am committed to developing students' scientific literacy and helping students understand and communicate complex environmental issues effectively.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Bachelor, Environmental Science, Endicott College
PhD, Ecology and Environmental Science, Montana State University
Master, Science Curriculum and Instruction, University of Vermont
External positions
Research Fellow, USFS Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory
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