Research Interests
Forest soils, applied forest ecology, hydrology and water quality, sustainable forestry
Current Projects
EAB and black ash - series of projects evaluating impacts and ecosystem vulnerability of black ash wetlands to EAB invasion. Focal topics include hydrology response, identification of replacement tree species, effects on soils, wildlife use, among others.
Scotch broom in Douglas-fir forests - evaluating the effects of invasive Scotch broom on soil properties, growth relationships with resource availability, and site susceptibility to invasion.
Long-term soil productivity (LTSP) study - evaluating the effects of biomass removal, compaction, and vegetation control on soil nutrient pools and stand growth at aspen installations in the Lake States and Douglas-fir installations in WA and OR.
Evaluating soil operability - determining soil conditions that are suitable for harvesting operations without degrading soils via compaction and rutting.
Peatland hydrology and frost dynamics -
Direct and indirect effects of management on water quality -
Effects of biochar on jack pine survival and growth
When I'm not in the woods, I...
Love to cook and eat out at new places; recreating with wife and kids; living the dream!
Education
Ph.D. 2008, Forest Soil Science, Oregon State University
M.S. 2004, Forest Ecosystem Science, SUNY-ESF B.S.
2002, Forest Resources Management, SUNY-ESF
Favorite Tree: Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)
