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Congratulations to our faculty members promoted to associate professor with tenure!

UF/IFAS is proud to recognize their record of strong achievement which has earned them advancement in 2024. These professionals have demonstrated excellence and dedication that will advance teaching, research, and Extension in Florida for years to come. 

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Alexander J Reisinger

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Dr. Hui-Ling "Sunny" Liao Dr. Gabriel Maltais-Landry Dr. A.J. Reisinger Dr. Laura Reynolds

 

 

We research and teach about soil, water, and environmental sciences in urban, agricultural, and natural ecosystems. As a university of Florida department within the institute of food and agricultural sciences and the college of agricultural and life sciences, we offer degree, certificate, and extension programs on campus and online. Since our origins, more than 100 years ago, we have made significant contributions to improving the productivity of Florida’s agriculture, helping protect the state's unique ecosystems, and contributing to soil and water science at national and international levels.

Research

We conduct research in five key areas across Florida and beyond.

Teaching

We educate undergraduate and graduate students on campus and online.

Extension

We translate soil, water, and ecosystem sciences into user-friendly formats.

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