Dr. Wei Zhang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Wei Zhang is an Associate Professor at Michigan State University specializing in Environmental Soil Physics within the Soil Water Research Lab. His research focuses on the environmental processes that affect soil, water, and plant systems, emphasizing the implications of emerging contaminants in agroecosystems. He integrates concepts from environmental soil physics, chemistry, and biology to tackle important issues such as antibiotic resistance and engineered nanomaterials. Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University and as a Research Associate at the Environmental Protection Agency. Wei has authored numerous publications, and he serves as an associate editor for prominent journals in the field of environmental quality and soil science. His ongoing work aims to promote sustainable agricultural practices and the responsible use of soil and water resources, with a particular interest in unsaturated soils and vadose zone performance. He is involved with various professional societies and has received several awards for his research contributions during his academic career.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Teaching and conducting research in environmental soil physics.

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Conducted research and taught courses related to environmental soil physics.

NRC Research Associate

2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Environmental Protection Agency •

Worked on research projects related to soil and water.

Research Assistant

2006-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Cornell University •

Assisted in research on environmental engineering.

Research Assistant

2004-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Oklahoma State University •

Supported research efforts in biosystems engineering.

Assistant Engineer

2000-01-01 — 2004-01-01

Shanghai Research Institute of Petrochemical Technology •

Worked as an engineer focusing on environmental issues.

Awards

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MSU Academy Global Engagement Fellowship

2015-01-01
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USDA-NIFA/AFRI New Investigator Award

2013-01-01
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Research Associateship Award

2010-01-01
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Graduate Leadership Service Award

2009-06-01
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Certificate of Recognition for outstanding services

2009-06-01
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Liu Memorial Award

2009-01-01
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Excellent graduate

2000-01-01

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