Maria Pautler
Research Associate III
- M.S. Soil Chemistry, University of Delaware 1988
- B.S. Plant Science, University of Delaware 1985
Responsibilities
Program
Coordinator of the Institute of Soil and Environmental Quality:
Plan, organize, and coordinate activities of the ISEQ, a center at the
University of Delaware that is directed by Dr. Tom Sims. The ISEQ is billed as “a
center of excellence for research, education, and outreach programs that provide
science-based solutions to contemporary soil and environmental problems.” The
mission of the ISEQ is to 1) conduct basic and applied research on soil and
environmental quality issues; 2) serve as an unbiased scientific advisory body
for state, regional, and national advisory and regulatory agencies,
policymakers, and governmental leaders on issues related to soil and
environmental quality; and 3) conduct public education and outreach programs
designed to further public understanding of soil and environmental quality
issues and thus foster effective citizen involvement in environmental
policy-making.
Duties are: co-investigate ISEQ
initiatives with Dr. Sims; interface and understand the scientific work of
graduate fellows and undergraduate interns who are funded by the ISEQ to
incorporate their soil and environmental quality findings into outreach
programs; interface with the public and private sector on soil and environmental
science issues; and develop and provide training programs and educational aids
related to soil and environmental sciences for K-12 teachers as well as support
environmental education activities for youth, parents, and teachers, such as
summer environmental camps.
Group
Manager: Provide general and technical
assistance to undergraduate and graduate students and to postdoctoral
researchers and assistants in the design and implementation of their projects in
laboratory, greenhouse, and field research, and other specialized work areas.
Train students in basic soil and plant science analytical and safety procedures.
Maintain research equipment, computers, and facilities.
Researcher:
Establish and maintain experiments as needed and be responsible for
analysis of soils, plants, wastes, water, and other samples. Coordinate analyses
and subsequently interpret field and lab data for research
projects, including preparation of tables and figures and statistical analyses
of experimental results. Compile results and prepare progress and final reports,
and journal manuscripts. Participate in local, regional, and national professional
meetings to gain more information, develop professional expertise, and present
research results.
Facilities and/or Equipment Responsible for
- The Environmental Soil Management Research Lab, located in 212 Worrilow Hall
- The Old Greenhouse Cold Room
Professional Activities
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Member – Soil Science Society of America
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Member – American Society of Agronomy
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Past Chair – Association of Women Soil Scientists
- Treasurer – UD Ag Alumni Association
UD Environmental Soil Management
Institute for Soil and Environmental Quality (ISEQ)
Soil Science Society of America
Phone: (302) 831-0847
EMail: mpautler@udel.edu