Research Ecologist

Biographical Information:

Dr. Kurt Reinhart's approach to science is relatively diverse and incorporates a range of topics relevant to ecology, ecological systems and interactions, and experimental and descriptive methodologies.  Preceding the start of his Ph.D. research, he conducted research relevant to fire ecology, plant ecophysiology, etc. which resulted in his coauthoring five peer-reviewed scientific journal articles. Kurt's Ph.D. research at The Univeristy of Montana and post-doctoral research at Indiana University focused on three topics: 1) the mechanisms non-native and invasive species use to impact natural systems, 2) the importance of plant-soil biota interactions in facilitating the invasion of non-native species, and 3). the impact of soil biota in regulating patterns of diversity, productivity, and invasive success. Kurt's future research will continue to explore topics relating to the impacts and dynamics of invasive plants, plant community change, and plant-soil biota interactions while incorporating aspects of fire ecology and herbivory. Recent honors include, as principle investigator, Kurt was awarded grants funded by the USDA-NRI and National Parks Ecological Research Fellowship program, and two nationally competitive grant programs. Dr. Reinhart is always interested in starting new collaborations.  He has successfully collaborated with scientists on a range of projects in this country and abroad.  Although collaborations can develop among people with similar expertise, he finds they are often most productive when a synergy develops among scientists with different backgrounds and expertise.

Research

Kurt Reinhart's Full Publication List

Publications
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Educational Background:

• B.S. - 1996 - Appalachian State University, Biology
• Ph.D. - 2003 - University of Montana - Biology

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