Researching and protecting soils for people, ecosystems, and the planet
My mission:
Soils are a foundation of life itself. Without soil our life would not exist. My work focuses on unravelling the soil characteristics from whats right under your feet to bedrock. My jam is deep soils. I have also expanded into wildfire carbon impacts, tribal burning practices to reduce wildfire and increase soil carbon, and soil amendment on agricultural lands.
Outreach:
A STEM-C outreach program BiotaQ promotes scientific engagement in Merced county high schools through collaborative mentorship, hands-on demonstration, and skill-based learning.
