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Laurie Drinkwater is a Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University, specializing in Agroecology and the study of soil nutrient cycling processes. Her research aims to develop sustainable agricultural practices by understanding the interactions within managed ecosystems and the mechanisms that govern human-environment interactions. Her work focuses on improving food production while enhancing ecological processes to contribute to sustainability. Current projects explore the biotic and abiotic mechanisms of nutrient cycling, emphasizing symbiotic nitrogen fixation and decomposition processes. Laurie coordinates studies across various scales, from rhizosphere to watershed, and collaborates with colleagues across multiple disciplines, including molecular microbial ecology and environmental sociology. Her teaching integrates ecological principles with agricultural education, aiming to empower students to tackle global challenges in agriculture and environmental management.
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