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MS research



Recently, I have completed my investigation into the performance of northern red oak (Quercus rubra L.) on reclaimed mined lands in Indiana, USA, specifically the effect of stocktype, controlled-release fertilizer, and mycorrhizal inoculation on seedling survival and growth. This experiment is being conducted in the field. A poster and a presentation are available if you require more information.

In conjunction with the field study, a greenhouse experiment investigating the influence of pH on northern red oak (Quercus rubra L.) seedling performance, as well as the efficacy of mycorrhizal inoculation and the contribution of controlled-release fertilizer over a pH gradient.

Additional Studies


In addition to those studies conducted as part of my MS degree, I am also involved in projects investigating some components of containerized production of northern red oak and other fine hardwoods, including the effect of media, germination technique, and stocktype. A study comparing herbicides for use on fine hardwood plantations is also underway.

I am also conducting research into tropical afforestation and reforestation strategies.

Publications can be viewed by clicking this phrase

I am also helping other people with their research:

Zach Lowe's prairie restoration - 3 small movies I made... sowing1, sowing2, and sowing3.



16 September 2004

Jiffy pellets expanding


Styroblocks with oak, walnut, and cherry


Quercus ilex, sown into styroblocks


CRF, mycorrhizal inoculation, and pH study


Red oak seedlings grown in 6 different soil media


Mixing mycorrhizae


Undercutting northern red oak at Vallonia


Lifting northern red oak at Vallonia


Tractor-hauled coulter with trencher and packing wheels, loaded with bareroot and containerized seedlings


Planting a containerized seedling


Coal mine in Clay County, Indiana