Work with thought leaders and academic experts from University of Idaho

Researchers on NotedSource with connections to University of Idaho include Dileepa Jayawardena, Okechukwu Nwamba, Shannon Donovan, Ph.D., AICP, Jens Hegg, Shannon Donovan, Patrick Crist, Janeen Sharma, and Clayton Mabey.

Dileepa Jayawardena

Research Associate, Michigan State University
Experience

Michigan State University

Research Associate-Fixed Term / April, 2021 — Present

(1) Investigated the sustainability of cellulosic bioenergy cropping systems on marginal lands in the Great Lakes Region, USA. (2) Investigated the productivity of industrial hemp varieties for grain, fiber and cellulosic bioenergy production. (3) Investigating the corn stover removal effects on grain and stover yield and quality plus soil quality.

University of Idaho

Post-Doctoral Fellow / June, 2020 — March, 2021

Investigated the effects of different water and nutrient management practices on crop growth and quality of wheat, sugar beets, hops, and garden beans.

The University of Toledo

Graduate Assistant / January, 2014 — May, 2020

(1) Conducted a meta-analysis to investigate the effects of CO2 enrichment and global warming on N and protein concentration in plant tissues and root N uptake rate. (2) Investigated root uptake rate, translocation, and assimilation of N in tomato and wheat in response to elevated CO2 and chronic warming using 15N stable isotopes and protein biochemistry. (3) Investigated phenotypic changes of leaves in three tomato cultivars, soybean, marigold, okra, and sunflower in response to elevated CO2 and chronic warming by measuring leaf angle and physiological parameters. (4) Investigated the relationship between N transporters and N uptake of tomato and barley in response to elevated CO2 and forms plus levels of inorganic N using protein- and N-analyses.

Research Expertise
Nitrogen
Plant Physiology
Abiotic Stress
Bioenergy
Agronomy
And 10 more
About
Currently, I am working as a Research Associate in Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center at Michigan State University. Before I joined Michigan State University, I worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Cropping Systems Agronomy program at the University of Idaho. I got both my MS and PhD in Biology (Ecology-Track) from the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Toledo in December 2015 and May 2020. I have experience in conducting laboratory, controlled environment, and field research; experimental design; data management and analysis; interpretation and summation of data; and manuscript writing. I have expertise on plant physiology, plant nutrition, plant biochemistry, eco-physiology, abiotic stress, statistics, bioenergy, and agronomy. I have the ability to work independently or in a collaborative environment. I keep abreast of new science and technological developments. I have experiences in publishing research papers in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and to date, I have published thirteen peer-reviewed papers. I received the outstanding graduate student research paper award twice in 2017 and 2019, and in addition, I have presented in both regional and international conferences and rewarded several times. I am a passionate and committed scientist with demonstrated experimental and analytical skills in scientific research. I am hard working and open minded to explore the boundaries of scientific fields.

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Okechukwu Nwamba

Denver-CO
Ph.D with over 10 years experience in Materials Science and Electrochemistry; and 25 years experience in enzymes and membranes for Pharmaceutical and health importance
Education

University of Idaho

Ph.D, Physical Chemistry (Materials and Electrochemistry) / May, 2019

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America

MS, Biochemistry (Enzymology & Protein Chemistry) / November, 2007

Nsukka

University of Nigeria

Biochemistry/Microbiology / February, 2002

Nsukka
Research Expertise
Physical Chemistry (Electrochemistry)
Solar Fuels
Materials characterization
Condensed Matter Physics
Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
And 16 more
About
Okechukwu Nwamba is a highly educated and experienced scientist with a strong background in physical chemistry, materials science, electrochemistry, and biochemistry. He holds a Ph.D in Physical Chemistry from the University of Idaho, where he specialized in the study of materials and electrochemistry. He also has an MS in Biochemistry with a focus on enzymology and protein chemistry, and a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Microbiology from the University of Nigeria. With over 12 years of research experience, Okechukwu has worked in various prestigious institutions and organizations. He has been a Post-doctoral Researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado, where he conducted research on renewable energy materials and technologies. He also served as a Program Manager at Independent Analytics and Consulting, where he oversaw the development and execution of various scientific projects. Okechukwu is a skilled researcher and has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as renewable energy, materials science, and biochemistry. He is also a member of several professional organizations, including the American Chemical Society and the Electrochemical Society. Aside from his research work, Okechukwu is also passionate about mentoring and teaching the next generation of scientists. He has served as a guest lecturer at several universities and has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate students in their research projects. In his free time, Okechukwu enjoys hiking and reading science fiction novels. He also volunteers at local organizations that promote science education and awareness in underprivileged communities.

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Shannon Donovan, Ph.D., AICP

A conservation social scientist and certified urban planner
Education

University of New Hampshire

B.S., Wildlife Management / May, 1996

Durham, New Hampshire, United States of America

West Virginia University

M.S., Resources, Recreation, and Tourism / June, 2000

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America

University of Idaho

Ph.D., Environmental Science / August, 2007

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America
Experience

Eastern Oregon University

Associate Professor and Chair

University of Alaska Anchorage

Associate Professor and Chair

University of Idaho

Post Doctoral Fellow

Resource Innovations

Program Manager

Student Conservation Association

Program Manager

Research Expertise
Social Science
Community Planning
Participatory Mapping
Sense of Place
About
Shannon has over 25 years of experience in sustainable community planning, environmental justice, interdisciplinary communication, and collaborative engagement. She has facilitated the collaborative development of transformative projects and created interdisciplinary curricula with diverse partners, stakeholders, and rights holders. Her work has catalyzed significant advancements in rural sustainability, underpinned by a solid foundation in cross-disciplinary communication and with particular attention to elevating the diverse voices of underserved communities. Shannon has a B.S. in Wildlife Management from the University of New Hampshire, an M.S. in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Resources from West Virginia University, and a Ph.D. in Environmental Science (with a social science concentration) from the University of Idaho, where she served as a National Science Foundation Integrative Graduate Education Research and Traineeship (IGERT) Doctoral Fellow. Shannon is also certified as a community planner through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).

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Jens Hegg

Professor studying chemicalAnd isotopic records in animal hard parts.
Education

University of Idaho

PhD - Water Resources, Fish & Wildlife Sciences - Water Resources Program / December, 2017

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America

University of Idaho

MS - Water Resources, Fish & Wildlife Sciences - Water Resources Program / August, 2011

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America

Macalester College

BA - Biology, Biology / May, 2000

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States of America
Research Expertise
ecology
migration
life history
fish
otolith
And 10 more

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Shannon Donovan

Unknown affiliation
Education

University of Idaho

Ph.D., Environmental Science / July, 2004

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America
Research Expertise
Social Science
Community Planning
Participatory Mapping
Sense of Place

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Patrick Crist

Principal, PlanIt Forward LLC
Education

University of Idaho

Ph.D., Natural Resources / May, 2003

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America

University of Pennsylvania

MLA, Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning / May, 1992

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

California Polytechnic State University

BS, Landscape Architecture / June, 1984

San Luis Obispo, California, United States of America
Research Expertise
Conservation
Climate
Biodiversity
Carbon
Decision Support

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Janeen Sharma

Data Driven User Research Leader with Experience in Research Design & Execution and Product Leadership
Education

Sweet Briar College

BS, Mathematics / May, 1996

Amherst, Virginia, United States of America

Texas A&M University

ME, Industrial Engineering / May, 2004

College Station, Texas, United States of America

University of Idaho

MS, Psychology, Human Factors Engineering / August, 2009

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America
About
I am a researcher and scientist at heart who happily discovered a field  that blends my love of math and science and passion to help others. My academic (MS Human Factors, ME Industrial Engineering and BS Mathematics) and professional background in science, data, and building empathy through research are evident in how I have helped others provide the right services, products and experiences to their users in a variety of industries including Health Care, Agriculture, Space, Social Networking and Music.

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Clayton Mabey

Education

University of Idaho

Ph.D, Animal Physiology, Fish Nutrition / December, 2025 (anticipated)

Moscow, Idaho, United States of America

Brigham Young University - Idaho

B.S, Plant and Wildlife Management / April, 2021

Rexburg, Idaho, United States of America

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