Dr. Mark Mitchell
Assistant Professor, Biology
Dr. Mark Mitchell earned his Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Cincinnati and his M.S. in Biology from Loyola University Chicago. His expertise is in plant ecology and environmental sustainability. He teaches General Biology and Botany.
Dr. Mitchell’s research seeks to apply and improve vegetated systems to address environmental issues associated with urbanization and food production. His laboratory group is currently focused on:
1) Understanding the benefits that vegetated systems such as green roofs (think plants on a roof) provide in urban areas and how they can be managed and designed better to maximize these benefits, and
2) Understanding and implementing strategies for maximizing crop production and other benefits from agricultural systems, including carbon and nutrient sequestration and wildlife habitat. Strategies of interest include wetland restoration, drainage water recycling, biochar, and cultivation of native edible plants.
If you’re interested in collaborating, please email Dr. Mitchell at mitchellm36@xavier.edu