Dr. Yuch Ping Hsieh is a distinguished soil and environmental chemist with extensive experience in research, teaching, and professional service. He is currently a Professor at the Center for Water Resources at Florida A&M University (FAMU). He holds a Ph.D. in Soil and Environmental Chemistry from Rutgers University (1976), an M.S. in Soil Chemistry from Montana State University (1972), and a B.S. in Agricultural Chemistry from National Chung-Hsing University in Taiwan (1969).
Profile:
Education:
Ph.D. in Soil and Environmental Chemistry, Rutgers University, 1976 🎓 M.S. in Soil Chemistry, Montana State University, 1972 🌾 B.S. in Agricultural Chemistry, National Chung-Hsing University (Taiwan), 1969 🌿
Professional Experience:
Professor, Center for Water Resources, FAMU (2007-Present) 📚. Professor and Program Leader, Wetland Ecology Program, FAMU (1986-2007) 🌊. Visiting Professor, National Taiwan University (1998-1999) 🇹🇼. Associate Professor, Soil Science Research Institute, National Chung-Hsing University (1977-1980). NSF Post-Doctoral Fellow, Rutgers University (1976-1977) 🧑🔬
Honors:
1st Place, NSF/I-CORPS Program (2015) 🏆. Life-time Achievement Award, CESTA/FAMU (2010) 🌟. Nomination to Fellowship of the Soil Science Society of America (2000) 🎖️
Professional Skills:
Isotopic tracer techniques, sulfur species analysis, soil and water analysis, statistical multivariate analysis, and computer simulation modeling 🛠️
Water Resources Research Focus:
Dr. Yuch Ping Hsieh’s research in water resources spans multiple critical areas aimed at understanding and improving water quality, hydrodynamics, and ecosystem sustainability. Key areas of focus include. Hydrodynamics of Isolated Wetlands: Investigating how isolated wetlands reflect the health and resiliency of watersheds in North Florida. This research is crucial for understanding wetland hydrology and its implications for ecosystem management and conservation efforts. Coastal Environment Indicators: Identifying chemical and biological markers that indicate changes in coastal environments, with a particular focus on the effects of freshwater inputs, sea-level rise, and metal toxicity. This work is essential for predicting and mitigating the impacts of environmental changes on coastal ecosystems. Sulfate Reduction and Metal Toxicity Mitigation: Studying sulfur chemistry and sulfate reduction processes in wetlands and sediments to understand and mitigate the bioavailability and toxicity of heavy metals. This research helps develop strategies for environmental remediation in contaminated aquatic systems. Phosphorus Dynamics in Wetlands: Investigating the movement and transformation of phosphorus in wetland ecosystems. This research aims to enhance our understanding of nutrient cycling and inform management practices to protect water quality in wetland areas. Salt Barren Formation and Sea-Level Rise: Exploring the mechanisms behind salt barren formation in tidal marshes as an indicator of sea-level rise. This research provides insights into the effects of climate change on coastal environments and helps develop adaptive management strategies. Field Methods for Soil Erosion and Sustainability: Developing and refining field methods for measuring soil and nutrient erosion, with an emphasis on realistic, non-intrusive techniques. These methods are critical for assessing soil conservation practices and their effectiveness in protecting water resources. Agricultural Air Quality and Water Resources: Examining the effects of agricultural practices, such as prescribed burning, on air quality and subsequent impacts on water resources. This research aims to balance agricultural productivity with environmental protection and public health.
Citations and Publications:
- 1,296 Citations by 1,200 Documents 📊
- 44 Documents Published 📚
- h-index: 18 📈
Publication Top Notes:
- Sensitivity of Using Stable Water Isotopic Tracers to Study the Hydrology of Isolated Wetlands in North Florida
- Authors: Bugna, G.C., Grace, J.M., Hsieh, Y.-P.
- Journal: Journal of Hydrology, 2020, 580, 124321
- Citations: 13
- Nitrogen Retention of Biochar Derived from Different Feedstocks at Variable Pyrolysis Temperatures
- Authors: Li, S., Barreto, V., Li, R., Chen, G., Hsieh, Y.-P.
- Journal: Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 2018, 133, pp. 136–146
- Citations: 148
- Thermochemical Properties of PM2.5 as Indicator of Combustion Phase of Fires
- Authors: Hsieh, Y.-P., Bugna, G., Robertson, K.
- Journal: Atmosphere, 2018, 9(6), 230
- Citations: 2
- Real-Time Soil CO2 Respiration Rate Determination and the Comparison between the Infrared Gas Analyzer and Microrespirometer (MicroRes®) Methods
- Authors: Sparda, A., Miller, R.O., Anderson, G., Hsieh, Y.-P.
- Journal: Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 2017, 48(2), pp. 214–221
- Citations: 4