Faculty
Timothy E. Link, Ph.D.
Professor of Hydrology; Director, Water Resources Graduate Program
Over 60 faculty members from seven colleges and 15 departments participate in the Water Resources Program.
Biological Science
Matt Falcy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biometrics and Assistant Unit Leader, Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
View ProfileTracey N. Johnson, Ph.D.
Director of Research, Rinker Rock Creek Ranch Associate Professor, Department of Fish & Wildlife Sciences
View ProfileJason W. Karl, Ph.D.
Director of the U of I Rangeland Center, Associate Professor of Rangeland Ecology and Harold F. and Ruth M. Heady Endowed Chair of Rangeland Ecology
View ProfileFrank Wilhelm, Ph.D.
Professor of Limnology, Department Head of Fish and Wildlife Sciences, Associate Director, Center for Research on Invasive Species
View ProfileBrian Small, Ph.D.
Professor of Fish Physiology, Director of the Aquaculture Research Institute
View ProfileEric Winford
Research Assistant Professor of Rangeland Ecology & Management, Associate Director of the Rangeland Center
View ProfileJacob W. Bledsoe
Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist — Aquaculture Research
Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station
208-837-9096 x1105
Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station
3059F National Fish Hatchery Rd.
Hagerman, ID 83332
Jake works to improve economic and environmental sustainability of aquaculture production through applied research (fish microbiome, nutritional physiology, disease, genetics and water quality). Extension priorities included workforce development and marketing.
Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2019
M.S., Southern Illinois University, 2015
B.S., Purdue University, 2012
A.S., Purdue University, 2012
Christopher Caudill, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Fisheries
CNR 105C
208-885-7614
Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1136
Moscow, ID 83844-1136
Degrees
- Ph.D. (2002) Cornell University, Ithaca NY, Entomology
- M.S. (1995) University of New Hampshire, Durham NH, Zoology
- B.S. (1991) University of Maryland, College Park MD, Biology
Research Interests
- Animal movement and population biology
- Fish migration and fish passage
- Life history variation
- Climate effects
- Conservation and management of freshwater resources
- Endangered species
Jan U.H. Eitel, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
McCall Field Campus
208-596-9277
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, ID 83844-1139
Earned Degrees
- Ph.D. Natural Resources, University of Idaho
- M.S. Forest Resources, University of Idaho
- Pregraduate Degree Forest Ecology and Management, University of Freiburg i.Br./Germany
Research Interests
Remote Sensing
Instrument development
Ecology
Biochemical Cycling
Precision Agriculture
Geomorphology
Melinda Ellison
Associate Professor & Extension Specialist — Range Livestock & Sheep
208-756-2749
Nancy M. Cummings Research, Extension & Education Center
University of Idaho
16 Hot Springs Ranch Road
Carmen, ID 83462
Ellison's research focuses primarily on the effects of grazing livestock on wildlife and range.
Ph.D., University of Wyoming, 2016
M.S., University of Wyoming, 2013
B.S., University of Wyoming, 2011
Matt Falcy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biometrics and Assistant Unit Leader, Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
CNR 105A
208-885-7120
Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1141
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1141
Earned Degrees
- Ph.D., Iowa State University, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology with minor in Statistics, 2011.
- M.S., Universidad de Chile, Forest Science, 2004.
- M.E.M. Portland State University, Environmental Management, 2002.
- B.S., UC Davis. Biological Sciences,1997.
Research Interests
- Ecological modeling
- Population dynamics
- Bayesian analysis
- Structured decision making
Tara Hudiburg, Ph.D.
Professor of Ecosystem Ecology
CNR 204D
208-885-7044
Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1133
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1133
Degrees
- Ph.D. Forest Science (ecology emphasis), 2012, Oregon State University
- M.S. Forest Science, 2008, Oregon State University
- B.S. Biology, 1998, Pacific Lutheran University
Research Interests
- Ecosystem ecology
- Carbon cycle science
- Biogeochemistry
- Land use change
- Land management
- Climate change
Tracey N. Johnson, Ph.D.
Director of Research, Rinker Rock Creek Ranch Associate Professor, Department of Fish & Wildlife Sciences
Idaho Water Center 242F
208-364-4633
University of Idaho
322 E. Front Street, Suite 242
Boise, ID 83702
Degrees
- 2011 Ph.D., Oregon State University, Wildlife Science
- 2006 M.S., Kansas State University, Biology
- 2001 B.S., Texas A&M University, Psychology (Wildlife and Fisheries Minor)
Research Interests
- Wildlife habitat ecology and management
- Population ecology
- Community ecology
- Avian ecology
- Disturbance ecology
- Wildlife-grazing interactions
- Habitat restoration
- Rangeland ecology
- Forest ecology
Courses Taught
- REM/WLF411 Wildland Habitat Ecology and Assessment
- FISH430 Riparian Ecology
- REM460 Integrated Field Studies in Rangelands
- WLF504 Foundations in Community Ecology
Jason W. Karl, Ph.D.
Director of the U of I Rangeland Center, Associate Professor of Rangeland Ecology and Harold F. and Ruth M. Heady Endowed Chair of Rangeland Ecology
CNR 205D
208-885-0255
Department of Forestry, Rangeland, and Fire Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1133
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1133
Degrees
- Ph.D., Fisheries and Wildlife with specialization in Environmental Science and Public Policy, Michigan State University, 2009
- M.S., Environmental Science University of Idaho, 1998
- B.S., Wildlife Resources University of Idaho, 1996
Research Interests
Rangeland monitoring and assessment
Rangeland management and policy
Rangeland ecology, Envirometrics
Ecological informatics
Remote sensing
Applications of unmanned aerial systems (i.e., drones) in rangeland research
Websites
Zachary Kayler
Associate Professor
Ag Science, Room 114
208-885-5616
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Dr. MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
My projects focus on the understanding of ecosystem biogeochemical cycles within natural and managed ecosystems with an emphasis on ecosystem sustainability, resilience, diversity and adaptation.
Ph.D., Oregon State University
M.S., University of California, Berkeley
B.S., University of California, Berkeley
Courses
- SOIL 504/404: Landscape Nutrient Management
- NRS 506: Fundamentals of Research Methods in Natural Resources
Brian Kennedy, Ph.D.
Professor of Fishery Biology and Ecology
IRIC 316
208-885-5171
Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1136
Moscow, ID 83844-1136
Degrees
- Ph.D. Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, 2000, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
- B.S. Biological Sciences, 1991, Colgate University, Hamilton, NY
Research Interests
Fish Ecology
Bioenergetics and Community Ecology of Streams
Ecosystem Controls on Aquatic Processes
Biogeochemical Tracers in Aquatic Systems
Frank Wilhelm, Ph.D.
Professor of Limnology, Department Head of Fish and Wildlife Sciences, Associate Director, Center for Research on Invasive Species
CNR 104E
208-885-7218
Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1136
Moscow, ID 83844-1136
Degrees
- Ph.D., University of Alberta, Ecology and Environmental Science, 1999
- M.S., Trent University, Watershed Ecosystems Graduate Program, 1994
- B.S., Trent University, Biology/Environmental Resource Science, 1991
Research Interests
Limnology
Lake management
Aquatic restoration
Food webs
Aquatic invertebrates
Non-native species
Dennis Scarnecchia, Ph.D.
Professor of Fisheries Science and Management
Phinney Hall 315
208-885-5981
Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1136
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1136
Degrees
- Ph.D. Fisheries, Colorado State University
- M.S. Fisheries, Oregon State University
- B.S. Physics, University of Arizona
Research Interests
- Ecology, stock assessment and management of paddlefish, sturgeon and other ancient fishes
- Ecology, stock assessment and management of anadromous and resident salmon, charr and trout
- Bowfishing management
- Global fisheries management systems
- Fish population dynamics
- Large river fisheries
Brian Small, Ph.D.
Professor of Fish Physiology, Director of the Aquaculture Research Institute
Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station
208-837-9096 ext. 1108
Degrees
- 1998 Ph.D. Fish Nutrition/Physiology/Aquaculture, University of Maryland
- 1992 B.A. Marine Science and Chemistry, Kutztown University
Research Interests
Physiology and nutrition of aquacultured and wild fishes
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Eva Strand, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Professor of Rangeland Ecology and Management
CNR 202A
208-885-5779
Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1133
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1133
Degrees
- PhD. Natural Resources, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 2007
- M.S. Chemical Engineering, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, 1986
- B.S. Chemical Engineering, Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden, 1983
Research Interests
- Geospatial analysis
- Remote sensing
- Landscape and spatial ecology
- Rangeland ecology
- Fire science
Lee Vierling, Ph.D.
Associate Dean of Research, University Distinguished Professor
CNR 202B
208-885-7911
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1139
Degrees
- Ph.D. Environmental Biology, University of Colorado at Boulder, 1999
- B.A. Geology magna cum laude with thesis distinction, The Colorado College, 1992
Research Interests
Environmental Science
Coupled Human-Natural Systems
Global Change
Land Use Change
Landscape Ecology
Remote Sensing
Habitat Conservation
Biosphere-Atmosphere Interactions
Science Outreach and Communication
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Eric Winford
Research Assistant Professor of Rangeland Ecology & Management, Associate Director of the Rangeland Center
208-364-3176
University of Idaho
Idaho Water Center
322 E Front St., Boise, ID
Education
Karla Eitel, Ph.D.
Director, McCall Field Campus. Professor of Place-based Environmental Education
View ProfileJim Ekins
Extension Educator — Area Water
208-292-1287
University of Idaho Harbor Center
1031 N Academic Way, Ste 242
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2020
M.S., University of Oregon, 2002
B.S., Western Carolina University, 1992
Courses
- ENVS 498: Intern: IDAH2O
- ENVS 498 Intern: Stormwater Research Internship
- EDCI 505 PD: The Confluence Project
- EDCI 505 PD: Project WET Certification
- EDCI 505 PD: IDAH2O Master Water Steward
Karla Eitel, Ph.D.
Director, McCall Field Campus. Professor of Place-based Environmental Education
McCall Field Campus
McCall Outdoor Science School
University of Idaho
PO Box 1025
McCall, Idaho 83638
Earned Degrees
- Ph.D., Natural Resources, University of Idaho, 2007
- M.Ed., Curriculum and Instruction, University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho 2008
- M.S., Conservation Social Sciences, University of Idaho, 2003
- B.A., Studio Art and American Studies, Williams College, 1995
Research Interests
- Place-based education
- STEM identity and engagement of underrepresented groups in culturally relevant STEM programming
- Appropriate use of technology in outdoor learning contexts
Brant G. Miller, Ph.D.
Professor of Science Education
ED 410
208-885-4077
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3080
Moscow, ID 83844-3080
- Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 2010
- M.S., Black Hills State University, 2004
- B.S., Black Hills State University, 2001
Courses
- EDCI 329: Elementary Science Methods
- EDCI 201: Contexts of Education
Jerrold Long
Professor of Law
Menard Law Room 101
208-885-4977
College of Law
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2321
Moscow, ID 83844-2321
- B.S., Utah State University (magna cum laude)
- J.D., University of Colorado School of Law
- Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison
Courses
- Property
- Public Lands and Resources Law
- Natural Resources and Environmental Law Field Course
- Environmental Law
Dylan Hedden-Nicely
Professor of Law and Associate Dean of Faculty
Menard 206
208-885-0860
College of Law
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2321
Moscow, ID 83844-2321
- B.S., University of British Columbia, Combined Honours in Geography and Geology
- M.S., University of Idaho, Water Resources (Science & Engineering)
- J.D., University of Idaho (magna cum laude), Emphasis in Native American Law, Natural Resources & Environmental Law
Courses
- Law 9390 Law Science & the Environment
- Law 9420 Water Law of the American West
- Law 9490 Native American Law
- Law 9790 Native American Natural Resources Law
Richard Seamon
Margaret Schimke Distinguished Professor of Law
Menard 204
208-885-7061
College of Law
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2321
Moscow, ID 83844-2321
- J.D., Duke University
- M.A., Johns Hopkins University
- B.A., Johns Hopkins University
Courses
- Administrative Law
- Agricultural Law
- Conflicts of Law
- Constitutional Law I
- Constitutional Law II
Physical Science
Randall Brooks, Ph.D.
Extension Professor of Forestry and Extension Forestry Specialist
View ProfileKendra Kaiser
Director, Idaho Water Resources Research Institute, Assistant Research Faculty
View ProfileLinda Schott
Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist — Nutrient & Waste Management
View ProfileTimothy Bartholomaus
Associate Professor
McClure Hall 307B
208-885-6217
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
Research: Glaciology, Geophysics, Surface Processes
Gianluca Blois, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
322 East Front Street
Suite 340
Boise, ID 83702
- Ph.D. Civil Engineering, Politecnico di Milano University, Milan, Italy, 2007
- M.S. Civil Engineering, Politecnico di Milano University, Milan, Italy, 2003
- B.S. Civil Engineering, Politecnico di Milano University, Milan, Italy, 2001
Courses:
- ME 414/514 HVAC Systems
- ME/CE 420/520 Fluid Dynamics
- ME 551/ CE 550 Experimental Methods in Fluid Dynamics
Randall Brooks, Ph.D.
Extension Professor of Forestry and Extension Forestry Specialist
CNR 102B
208-885-6356
Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1133
Moscow, ID 83844-1133
Degrees
- Ph.D., Michigan Technological University, 1996. Forest Science, Houghton, Michigan
- M.S., Michigan Technological University, 1989. Forest Soils, Houghton, Michigan
- B.S., Oklahoma State University, 1986. Forest Management, Stillwater, Oklahoma
- A.S., Connors State College, 1984. Agriculture, Warner, Oklahoma
Research Interests
- Forest Biomass Utilization
- Biofuels
- Water Quality & Quantity
- Forest Herbicides
- Forest Insects and Diseases
- Forest Operations
Erin Brooks
Associate Professor
James Martin Lab 78
208-885-6562
Biological Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 0904
Moscow, Idaho 83844-0904
Lide Chen
Professor — Waste Management Engineer
Room B47
208-736-3615
Twin Falls Research and Extension Center
University of Idaho
315 Fall Avenue, Evergreen Bldg.
Twin Falls, ID 83301
Chen’s focus is on value-added products from waste, mitigation of environmental impacts caused by waste, and dissemination of science-based information to help stakeholders make informed decisions, leading to positive changes.
Ph.D., Iowa State University, 2008
M.S., China Agricultural University, 1993
B. S., China Agricultural University, 1989
Languages other than English spoken
- Chinese
Erik R. Coats, P.E., Ph.D.
Sorenson Family Endowed Chair in Water Resources Professor
Buchanan 129
208-885-7559
Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1022
Moscow, ID 83844-1022
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Washington State University, December 2005
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Idaho, May 1994
- B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Idaho, December 1990
Courses
- CE 330 Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering
- CE 431/511 Water and Wastewater Systems Design I
- CE 432/532 Water and Wastewater Systems Design II
- CE 484 Engineering Law and Contracts
- CE 512 Advanced Topics in Waste Management and Treatment
Mario de Haro-Martí
Extension Educator
208-934-4417
University of Idaho Extension, Gooding County
203 Lucy Lane
Gooding, ID 83330-1178
Mario works helping Idaho producers to manage and reduce the environmental impact of their livestock and farming operations while increasing their productivity, sustainability and workforce education.
Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2018
M.S., University of Idaho, 2007
B.S., National University of Comahue, Argentina, 1996
Language Spoken other than English
- Spanish
Jerry P. Fairley
Professor
McClure 401C
208-885-9259
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
- Ph.D., Earth Resources Engineering, 2000—University of California, Berkeley
- M.S., Geosciences, 1991—University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- B.S., Geology, 1984—State University of New York, Cortland
Courses:
- GEOL 335: Geomorphology
- GEOL 410: Techniques of Groundwater Study
- HYDR 576: Fundamentals of Modeling Hydrogeologic Systems
Fritz R. Fiedler, Ph.D., P.E.
Professor
Buchanan 104
208-885-2980
Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1022
Moscow, ID 83844-1022
- Ph.D., Colorado State University, 1997
- M.S., University of New Hampshire, 1989
- B.S., University of New Hampshire, 1987
Paul Gessler, Ph.D.
Professor of Remote Sensing and Geospatial Ecology
CNR 17C
Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1133
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1133
Degrees
- Ph.D., Resource Management and Environmental Science (Environmental Modeling) 1996, Australian National University.
- M.S., Environmental Engineering (Remote Sensing) 1990, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- B.S., Natural Resources (Soil Science) 1986, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Research Interests
- Cyberinfrastructure Development and Research Data Management
- Remote sensing of forest ecosystems and regional remote sensing
- Soil-landscape modeling and terrain analysis
- Forest soils
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and spatial analysis
- Global positioning satellite systems, digital image processing
- Airborne mapping and environmental monitoring
Robert Heinse
Acting Department Head and Professor
Ag Science, Room 242
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
Soil and environmental physics with an emphasis on hydraulic properties of soils and porous media as well as their characterization using near-surface geophysics.
- Ph.D., Utah State University, 2009
- Dipl. Geophys., Universitaet Leipzig, Germany, 2004
Courses
- SOIL 205: The Soil Ecosystem
- SOIL 415/515: Soil and Environmental Physics
- SOIL 514: Environmental Geophysics
- WR 501: Water Resource Seminar
- WR 507: Integrated Water Resources Projects
Spoken Languages Other Than English
- German
Kendra Kaiser
Director, Idaho Water Resources Research Institute, Assistant Research Faculty
Idaho Water Center, Boise
University of Idaho Boise
Idaho Water Center
322 E Front St. Suite 440E
Boise, ID 83702
Ph.D., Duke University, 2017
B.S., Montana State University, 2011
Karen Humes
Professor
McClure Hall 323
208-885-6506
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
Research Interests: Water/Energy nexus, particularly in food systems; Applications of remote sensing and GIS in hydrology and environmental science
- Ph.D. Hydrology University of Arizona
- M.S., Soil Science University of Arizona
- B.S., Geophysics New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Jeff Langman
Associate Professor
McClure 403D
208-885-0310
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
- Ph.D., Geological Sciences, 2008—University of Texas at El Paso
- M.S., Natural Resources, 1997—California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Chyr Pyng (Jim) Liou, Ph.D., P.E.
Professor, Fulbright Scholar
Buchanan 105
208-885-6202
Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1022
Moscow, ID 83844-1022
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Michigan, 1976
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Idaho, 1972
- B.S., Agricultural Engineering, National Taiwan University, 1969
Courses
- CE 322 Hydraulics
- CE 422/CE 522 Hydraulics Structures Analysis and Design
- CE 428 Open Channel Hydraulics
- CE 519/ME 519 Hydraulic Transients
- ENGR 428/Math 428/Phys 428 Numerical Methods
Robert Mahler
Professor — Soil, Water & Environmental Sciences
Boise Water Center, Suite 120L
208-885-7025
University of Idaho Boise
Idaho Water Center
322 E. Front St, Suite 120
Boise, ID 83702
Robert conducts research on water quality and water quantity water resource issues in Idaho. In addition to public perceptions, priorities and actions taken to address water resource issues in the Pacific Northwest.
Ph.D., North Carolina State University
M.S., Washington State University
B.S., Washington State University
Courses
- Soils 446: Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition
- EnvSci 446/546: Drinking Water and Human Health
- Soils 448: Water Quality in the Western USA
Laurel Lynch
Assistant Professor
Ag Science, Room 118
208-885-4661
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
- Ph.D., Colorado State University, 2017
- B.A., St. Olaf College, 2012
Courses
- SOIL 205: The Soil Ecosystem
Amin Mirkouei, Ph.D., P.E.
Associate Professor, Industrial Technology
TAB Suite 312
208-757-5420
University of Idaho, Idaho Falls
1776 Science Center Drive
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
- Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, Oregon State University, 2016
- M.Sc., Industrial Engineering, University of Tehran, 2011
- B.Sc., Industrial Engineering, Islamic Azad University, 2009
James Moberly, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Buchanan 311
208-885-7705
Chemical & Materials Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1021
Moscow, ID 83844-1021
- Ph.D., Montana State University
- M.S., Washington State University
- B.S., University of Idaho
Greg Moller
Professor
FRC, Room 204a
208-885-2567
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Dr. MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
Greg’s focus is to advance sustainability by developing new knowledge and innovations in the area of sustainable solutions for water resources impacting individuals, communities and environmental quality globally.
Ph.D., University of California-Davis, 1985
Courses
- FS/EnvS 436/536: Principles of Sustainability
- FS 409/509: Principles of Environmental Toxicology
- FS 464/564: Food Toxicology
Russell Qualls, Ph.D., P.E.
Associate Professor, Idaho State Climatologist
Engineering Physics 407
208-885-6184
Chemical & Biological Engineering
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 0904
Moscow, Idaho 83844-0904
- Ph.D., Civil & Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, 1994
- M.S., Civil & Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, 1991
- B.S.C.E, Civil Engineering, University of Washington, 1987
- B.A., Seattle Pacific University, 1985
Courses
- BE 450 Environmental Hydrology
- BE 453/553 Northwest Climate and Water Resources Change
- ENGR 335 Engineering Fluid Mechanics
Jae Hyeon Ryu
Professor
Idaho Water Center, Suite 242
208-332-4402
University of Idaho Boise
322 E Front Street
Boise, Idaho 83702
My research is on drought monitoring and forecasting, hydrological modeling, and water resources planning and management in a changing global environment associated with urbanization and climate variability. Continue in biography.
Ph.D., University of Washington, 2006
M.S., University of Washington, 2002
B.S., Konkuk University, 1996
Courses
- WR518: System Modeling for Water Management
- WR519: Hydrological Modeling and Applications in a Changing Climate
Languages other than English spoken
- Korean
Linda Schott
Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist — Nutrient & Waste Management
Room B50
208-736-3629
Twin Falls Research and Extension Center
University of Idaho
315 Falls Avenue, Evergreen Bldg.
Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Linda addresses the needs of stakeholders in southern Idaho related to the impacts of nutrient and livestock waste management and other land management practices on soil health and water quality.
Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2018
M.S., Iowa State University, 2015
B.S., Iowa State University, 2013
Languages other than English spoken
- Spanish
Daniel Strawn
Professor — Environmental Soil Chemistry
Ag Science, Room 117
208-885-2713
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
My program is focused on gaining a better understanding of reaction processes in the environment to gain new insights into contaminant and nutrient speciation, reaction pathways and mineralogy.
Ph.D., University of Delaware, 1999
B.S., University of California, Davis, 1994
Courses
- SOIL 422: Environmental Soil Chemistry
- SOIL 501: Seminar
Soil Chemistry, 5th edition (pdf)
- Keywords (xlsx) for each chapter. Students may find this helpful for studying.
- Erratum (pdf) contains corrections to errors, please notify me if you find additional errors.
Michael S. Strickland
Research Associate Professor
Ag Science, Room 109
208-885-0960
Department of Soil and Water Systems
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Dr. MS 2340
Moscow, ID 83844-2340
My research interests are the interface between soil, microbial and ecosystem ecology. Soils, as well as the microbial communities and ecosystem processes supported by soils, are some of the most imperiled systems on the planet.
Ph.D., University of Georgia, 2009
B.A., William Jewell College, 2005
Courses
- SOILS 425/525: Microbial Ecology
Angel Monsalve Sepúlveda, Ph.D.
PostDoctoral Fellow
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
University of Idaho
322 E. Front Street, Suite 340
Boise, Idaho, 83702
- Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Idaho, 2016
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Concepción, Chile 2010
- B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Concepción, Chile 2008
Daniele Tonina, Ph.D., P.E.
Professor | Co-Director, Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
208-364-6194
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
322 E. Front St., Suite 442
University of Idaho
Boise, Idaho 83702
- Ph.D. University of Idaho, 2005
- M.S., University of Trento, 2000
- B.S., University of Trento
Courses
- CE 554 Environmental Hydrodynamics
- CE 526 Aquatic Habitat Modeling
- CE 521 Sedimentation Engineering
Andy Tranmer, Ph.D.
Research Assistant Professor
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
208-364-6165
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Idaho
322 E. Front Street, Suite 440
Boise, Idaho, 83702
- Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2013
- M.E., University of Idaho, 2008
- B.S., University of California, Davis, 2004
Elowyn Yager, Ph.D., P.G.
Professor | Co-Director, Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
208-364-4996
Center for Ecohydraulics Research
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
322 E. Front St., Suite 340
University of Idaho
Boise, Idaho 83702
- Ph.D., Geology, University of California at Berkeley, 2006
- B.A., Geology, State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo, 1998
Courses
- CE 504 CER Keystone Course
- CE 504 Reading, Writing and Communicating Scientific Content
- CE 507 River Restoration
- CE 521 Sedimentation Engineering
- CE 535 Fluvial Geomorphology and River Mechanics
Meng Zhao
Assistant Professor
McClure 305D
208-885-7969
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
- Ph.D. in Earth System Science, University of California Irvine, 2021
- M.S. in Earth and Environmental Science, Lehigh University, 2013
- B.Eng. in Remote Sensing Science and Technology, Wuhan University, 2011
- Claudio Berti, Idaho Geological Survey, cberti@uidaho.edu
Social Science
Philip Stevens
Associate Professor of Anthropology, Director of American Indian Studies
View ProfileJaap Vos, Ph.D.
Professor of Planning and Natural Resources | Director of the Environmental Science Program and Department Head, Natural Resources and Society
View ProfileRaymond J. Dezzani
Professor
McClure Hall 305C
208-885-7360
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
Mary Engels, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
CNR 19G
208-885-5804
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1139
Degrees
- Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2019
- M.S., University of Hawaii, 2003
- B.A., Colorado College, 2000
Research Interests
- Island Ecosystems
- Climate Change
- Remote Sensing
- Environmental Education
- Science Communication
Lorie Higgins
Professor & Extension Specialist
Ag Science, Room 24
208-669-1480
Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2334
Moscow, ID 83844-2334
Ph.D., Washington State University, 2001
M.A., Washington State University, 1993
B.A., University of Montana, 1989
Katherine Himes, Ph.D.
Director
Felix Liao
Associate Professor
McClure Hall 405B
208-885-6452
Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 3025
Moscow, Idaho 83844-3025
Research: Economic Geography, Urban Geography, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, GIS, Spatial Analysis and Modeling
- Ph.D. The University of Utah, Geography, 2014
- M.Phil. The University of Hong Kong, Geography, 2008
- B.S. Sun Yat-sen University (China), Economic Geography & Planning, 2002
Lilian Alessa
Professor, Co-director of the Center for Resilient Communities
AA 308
Leontina Hormel
Professor
Phinney Hall 104
208-885-6735
Department of Culture, Society & Justice
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive, MS 1110
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1110
Leontina Hormel is a professor of Sociology. Her areas of research and teaching include political economy, environmental sociology, gender and class inequalities, international development and community action research. She has conducted ethnographic and survey work in Ukraine, the Russian Federation and throughout the state of Idaho.
- Ph.D., University of Oregon, Sociology, 2004
- M.A., University of Oregon, Sociology, 1998
- B.A., Eastern Washington University, 1993
Courses
- SOC 211: Development of Social Theory
- SOC 340: Environmental Sociology & Globalization
- SOC 344 Understanding Communities
- SOC 372 Love and Liberation
- SOC 465: Environmental Justice
Alexander Maas
Associate Professor
Ag Science, Room 28B
208-885-5786
Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2334
Moscow, ID 83844-2334
Maas’ research areas include the allocation and valuation of scarce resources, with a focus on water related issues. He is an interdisciplinary, applied economist with a particular focus on the economic implications of resource management and local policies.
Ph.D., Colorado State University
M.S., University of Connecticut
B.S., Boston University
Courses
- AgEc 301: Managerial Economics: Production
- AgEc 442/WR 542: Water Econ and Policy Analysis
Manoj K. Shrestha
Professor of Political Science
321 Administration Building
208-885-0530
Department of Politics and Philosophy
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Dr., MS 3165
Moscow, ID 83844-3165
Manoj K. Shrestha is a professor of public administration and policy. His areas of teaching and research interests include public administration, public policy, local government, collaborative governance and networks, institutional collective action, and community sustainability.
- M.A., Economics, Tribhuvan University
- M.Sc., National Development and Project Planning, University of Bradford
- Ph.D., Public Administration and Policy, Florida State University
Travis Paveglio, Ph.D.
Professor of Natural Resource Sociology
CNR 19I
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, Idaho 83844-1139
Degrees
- Ph.D. Washington State University. 2010. Department of Natural Resource Sciences. Dissertation: Wildfire risk and management
- M.S. Washington State University. 2007. Thesis: Communication and understanding of wildfire risk
- B.A. Washington State University. 2004. Edward R. Murrow College of Communications (Honors College). Journalism and Natural Resources
Research Interests
Wildfire
Conflict and collaboration surrounding natural resource management
Environmental hazards and climate change
Natural resource policy
Environmental communication
Philip Stevens
Associate Professor of Anthropology, Director of American Indian Studies
Student Health, 301
Department of Culture, Society & Justice
875 Perimeter Dr. MS 4207
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID 83843-1110
Jaap Vos, Ph.D.
Professor of Planning and Natural Resources | Director of the Environmental Science Program and Department Head, Natural Resources and Society
Water Center 242G
208-364-4595
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
Water Center, 242G
322 E. Front Street
Boise, ID 83702
Jaap is a professor of Planning and Natural Resources, Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Society, and the Director of Environmental Science. He has a Ph.D. in regional planning from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and a MS in Environmental Science from Wageningen University in the Netherlands.
Born in a small farmhouse and having grown up in a small rural place Jaap is really interested in rural places and how to maintain rural places as rural places rather than as places that are waiting to become urban. His current research is focused on how rural places can maintain their own unique character in the face of development pressure and increased external pressure.
Jaap teaches courses about community planning, sustainable communities and rural planning issues. He also teaches a community assessment course and the advanced class of the Northwest Community Development Institute. He is the founding co-chair of APA Idaho’s Ag Chat, a group of planners and other stakeholders from throughout Idaho that meets monthly to discuss emerging planning issues in rural communities.
Degrees
- Ph.D. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1996
- M.S. Agricultural and Environmental Science, 1989
Research Interests
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Planning for rural places, activities, people and communities.
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Informal governance and its importance to local planning practices.
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The impact of rapid change on communities, stakeholders, planning processes and planning outcomes.
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Planning with and for communities.
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Environmental justice and its application to people, places and regions.
Credit Courses
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ENVS 420/520 520 Intro to Bioregional Planning
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ENVS 423/523 Planning Sustainable Places
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ENVS 430/530 Planning Theory and Process
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ENVS 501 Seminar Environmental Science
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NRS 462 Natural Resource Policy
Patrick Wilson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Natural Resource Policy
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, Idaho 83844
Degrees
- BA, Political Science, Western Washington, 1987
- MA, Political Science, Western Washington, 1990
- Ph.D, Political Science, University of Alberta, 1996
Research Interests
Natural Resource and Environmental Policy
Public Lands Management, Deregulation and Regulatory Policy
Government
Energy and Water Policy
J.D. Wulfhorst, Ph.D.
Professor of Rural Sociology and Environmental Science
CNR 17A
208-885-2572
Department of Natural Resources and Society
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 1139
Moscow, ID 83844-1139
Ph.D., Utah State University, 1997
M.A., University of Kentucky, 1992
B.A., Appalachian State University, 1990
Planning and Design
Andrew Kliskey
President’s Professor and Co-director of the Center for Resilient Communities, Idaho EPSCoR Director
View ProfileAndrew Kliskey
President’s Professor and Co-director of the Center for Resilient Communities, Idaho EPSCoR Director
AA 308
Landscape Architecture Program
University of Idaho
875 Perimeter Drive MS 2481
Moscow, Idaho 83844-2481
Andy is President’s Professor of Community & Landscape Resilience and the Director of the University of Idaho Center for Resilient Communities (CRC). Kliskey is also the Idaho EPSCoR Director (Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research). He is a social-ecological systems scientist and behavioral geographer with training, teaching and research experience in landscape ecology, behavioral and perceptual geography, geographic information systems (GIS), planning, policy analysis, and surveying.
Andy has spent the last 20 years working in Maori communities in New Zealand, rural communities in western Canada, Inupiat communities in northwestern Alaska, Denai’na communities in southcentral Alaska, and rural communities in Idaho examining community and landscape resilience. His teaching and research is interdisciplinary in nature and directed at integrated methodologies in social-ecological systems that combines stakeholder-engagement, scenario analysis, and geospatial modeling. Kliskey is project lead on two NSF Innovations at the Nexus of Food, Energy, and Water Systems (INFEWS) awards.
- Ph.D. in Geography, 1992. University of Otago
- Master of Regional and Resource Planning, 1988. University of Otago
- Bachelor of Surveying, 1986. University of Otago