Dr. Karen Renner

Professor

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Biography

Karen Renner is a Professor and Teaching Coordinator in Integrated Weed Management at Michigan State University. She has been a faculty member since 1986, specializing in the dynamics of weed seedbank, emergence, and management in diversified cropping systems. Her appointment includes 75% teaching and 25% research. Over her career, Karen has taught various courses, including Introduction to Crop Science and Agricultural Cropping Systems, bringing practical knowledge and scientific understanding to her students. Her research focuses on understanding weed dynamics through various factors such as seed predation, dormancy, and the influence of fertilizers on germination. Karen is well published, with works addressing the impacts of cover crops and weed management in agricultural systems, contributing significant insights into sustainable farming practices.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology