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Dr. George Mercer is a lecturer and research fellow in the School of Agriculture and Environment at the University of Western Australia. His research focuses on soil function, plant productivity, and microbial ecology within agricultural systems. George’s work integrates various aspects of soil carbon dynamics, nutrient cycling, and the ecophysiological traits of microbes to explore synergies and trade-offs in complex systems. His approach blends experimental and computational methods at both lab and field scales, utilizing techniques such as long-read DNA sequencing, fluorescence-based enzyme quantification, and greenhouse gas emissions modeling. As a George Tim Healey Memorial Scholar, he developed value-added organic soil amendments from wastewater-derived biosolids, aiming to enhance soil organic matter accumulation and support sustainable waste management strategies. He advocates for soil stewardship, scientific communication, and early-career engagement, collaborating closely with governmental bodies, academia, and industry to deliver outcomes aligned with the National Soil Action Plan and the WA Soil Health Strategy.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Lecturer and research fellow focused on agricultural systems and microbial ecology.
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