Dr. Lisa Tiemann

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Tiemann focuses on soil organic matter dynamics and microbial influences on soil nitrogen cycling. Her research aims to enhance understanding of soil resilience and sustainability in agricultural systems. By integrating social and environmental factors, she employs a multidisciplinary approach to study the mechanisms controlling soil organic matter stability. Dr. Tiemann utilizes a combination of physical, biochemical, and genetic research techniques to explore key questions related to soil biogeochemistry and ecology. She analyzes microbial community dynamics in the context of environmental changes and their implications for ecosystem services. Her work emphasizes the importance of maintaining and recovering soil organic matter for sustainable agricultural practices, acknowledging that exceptional insights require a comprehensive understanding of both scientific and societal dimensions of soil management.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Conducting research and teaching in Soil Biology, Ecology, and Biogeochemistry.

Awards

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Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award

2023-02-13

Courses

CSS 360 – Soil Biology

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