Paul Armsworth
Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Paul Armsworth’s research aims to inform biodiversity conservation strategies and management of ecosystem services.
Gary Bates
Professor of Plant Sciences
Gary Bates specializes in forage species selection and demonstrates the latest scientific techniques for sustainable forage production.
Michael J. Blum
Associate Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Michael Blum focuses on disasters and infectious disease; coastal protection and restoration; and conservation of freshwater resources.
Jessica Budke
Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Jessica Budke researches the development, evolution, and function of plant structures.
Natalie Bumgarner
Associate Professor of Plant Sciences
Natalie Bumgarner is a residential and consumer horticulture expert. She advises gardeners on fruit, vegetable, and ornamental crops.
Jennifer DeBruyn
Professor of Biosystems Engineering and Soil Science
Jennifer DeBruyn researches the impacts of biodegradable plastics on soil health and the decomposition of vertebrate mortalities.
Liz Eckelkamp
Assistant Professor of Animal Science
Liz Eckelkamp works with farmers to maximize dairy efficiency through precision technologies and animal health.
Kelsey Ellis
Assistant Professor of Geography
Kelsey Ellis researches extreme and hazardous weather, including hurricanes, tornadoes, and extreme temperatures and precipitation.
Annette Summers Engel
Professor of Aqueous Geochemistry
Annette Engel specializes in understanding the nature and extent of microbial activities in geochemical reactions.
Nina Fefferman
Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Nina Fefferman applies insights from her research to design practical, real-world strategies for epidemic/pandemic preparedness and response.