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University of Minnesota researchers make the case for soil observation in invasive pest monitoring
August 19, 2026Public gardens and arboreta across the United States have long served as early warning systems, helping scientists track and assess the damage that invasive pests and shifting climate conditions can inflict on trees and plants. University of Minnesota researchers are suggesting these gardens monitor soil as well.
LAAS student Bob Fowler presents at Waseca and Lamberton field days
July 8, 2026LAAS MS student Bob Fowler presented his work at two field days at UMN Research and Outreach Centers (ROCs) in Waseca and Lamberton.
LAAS PhD student Renzo Negrini awarded Hueg-Harrison Fellowship
June 9, 2026LAAS student Renzo Negrini has been named a recipient of the Hueg-Harrison Fellowship, a scholarship honoring the student-mentor relationship.
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SWAC Seminar | Sept. 16 | Brent Williams, PhD
September 16, 3:30-4:30 PMJoin us Wednesdays at 3:30 for our fall departmental seminar series. This week will feature a talk by Brent Williams, PhD, department head of the Department of Soil, Water and Climate, about the North Minneapolis Clean Air For All project.
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SWAC Seminar | Sept. 23 | Satish Gupta, PhD
September 23, 3:30-4:30 PMJoin us Wednesdays at 3:30 for our fall departmental seminar series. This week will feature a talk by Satish Gupta, PhD, professor emeritus in the Department of Soil, Water and Climate.
2026 Kuehnast Lecture: Dr. Alison Criscitiello
November 9, 3-4:30 PMJoin us for the 33rd Kuehnast Lecture in Meteorology and Climatology on November 9, 2026 with distinguished guest Dr. Alison Criscitiello.