Katie Lewis, Ph.D.

Background

Dr. Katie Lewis joined TTU in September, 2014. She received her bachelor's degree in Chemistry, cum laude, in May, 2008 from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX. Her master's and doctorate degrees, both in Soil Science were obtained from Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. Katie has a joint appointment with Texas A&M AgriLife Research and teaches Soil Fertility class in the Fall Semester.

Curriculum vitae

Research Interests

The goal is to establish a nationally recognized Soil Chemistry and Fertility Program based on innovative research and competitive graduate student training. This program conducts research aimed at determining more practical soil fertilization and management strategies that will maintain or enhance the value and quality of soils and optimize nutrient use efficiency all while ensuring the longevity of farming operations. Graduate training is a major component of the research and education within this program.

Dr. Lewis's research interests include:

• Soil Fertility
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• Sustainable Crop Production
• Soil Microbiology
• Environmental Reclamation
• Organic Soil Amendments

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