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Ian Waite is a Senior Scientific Officer at the University of Western Australia, where he manages the Soils Molecular Labs. His expertise lies in microbial molecular ecology laboratory techniques, including Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), and Stable Isotope Probing (SIP). He also employs various sampling techniques to measure physico-chemical properties and microbial activity in soils, along with performing chemical analyses involving PLFA, GC, and HPLC. He has been involved in numerous projects examining the biological mechanisms underpinning soil health and productivity, including investigating the effects of biological amendments and studying microbial processes associated with soil carbon retention. His work contributes significantly to the understanding of soil systems and aims to improve agricultural practices. He is proficient in advanced ecological techniques and is well-published in his field of research, contributing to multiple collaborative projects.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Manages the Soils Molecular Labs and oversees various projects related to microbial ecology and soil health.
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