Barret Wessel, Ph.D.
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- Current Program
Dr. Wessel’s research generally focuses on the genesis, morphology, and management of soils. His specialty is wetland and subaqueous soils, but he maintains interests in other soils and landscapes including agricultural soils, as well as urban and anthropogenic soils. Michigan has a rich diversity of both native and invasive shellfish and aquatic plants; these organisms have preferences for the substrates that they inhabit, and they can alter those substrates in ways that impact water quality. By understanding those preferences and mechanisms of alteration, we can better use limited conservation and restoration resources to manage watersheds and aquatic ecosystems to improve water quality.
Dr. Wessel’s research also focuses on the science of teaching and learning (i.e., pedagogy) in the earth and environmental sciences. He is interested in evaluating the effectiveness of different teaching activities, including hands-on field experiences and professional development training, on student outcomes. He is committed to providing students with valuable learning experiences that they can apply to their lives and careers.
- See also
National Cooperative Soil Survey
- Teaching
CSS 210 Fundamentals of Soil Science
CSS 470 Soil Resources - Honors and Accomplishments
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, 2017-2020
Fulbright Student Fellow, 2016-2017
Related Work
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MSU faculty turn the farm into a classroom
Published on June 21, 2024
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PSM Soil team kicks up the dust at the recent ASA Region 3 Soils Contest
Published on November 3, 2023
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PSM Researchers take part in Dairy Day
Published on June 23, 2023
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PSM May News
Published on May 1, 2023
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PSM Welcomes New Faculty Member Barret Wessel
Published on July 6, 2022