Dr. CheJen Hsiao,University of Minnesota, United States: Soil Science

Bio Summary:

As a certified soil scientist with a focus on biogeochemistry, I have a rich academic and professional background in soil health, microbiology, and greenhouse gas emissions. My journey includes a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Kansas State University, where I conducted pioneering research on the effects of management and pedogenesis on soil microbial properties. With hands-on experience in various analytical techniques, including GC, GC-MS, LC, and elemental analyzers, I have consistently contributed to the field of soil science.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Agronomy (2015–18):

  • Kansas State University.
  • Dissertation: “Microbial properties of soils: Effects of management and pedogenesis.”
  • Advisors: Drs. Gretchen Sassenrath and Charles Rice.

• M.S. in Microbiology and Biochemistry (2006–08):

  • National Taiwan University, Taiwan.
  • Thesis: “Cloning, expression, and characterization of Malate Dehydrogenase from Bamboo (Bambusa oldhamii).”

• B.S. in Biotechnology (2003–06):

  • National Taiwan University, Taiwan.

Research Focus:

My research expertise spans soil biogeochemistry, soil microbiology, and greenhouse gas emissions. Over the years, I have investigated topics such as vertical changes in microbial properties, soil trace gas fluxes, and the impact of woody encroachment on soil carbon and nutrient dynamics. Currently, as a Research Soil Scientist at the Soil Health Institute, I am dedicated to mitigating nitrous oxide releases from agricultural systems.

Professional Journey:

• Postdoctoral Research Associate (2019–21):

  • Texas A&M University – Ecology & Conservation Biology.
  • Explored soil C, N, and P storage in juniper-oak savanna.
  • Studied trace gas fluxes from a warm-temperate savanna.

• Postdoctoral Research Associate (2022–23):

  • University of Minnesota – Soil, Water, and Climate.
  • Investigated procyanidins’ effectiveness in reducing N2O emissions.
  • Evaluated the feasibility of applying procyanidins at different scales.

• Research Soil Scientist (2023–present):

  • Soil Health Institute.
  • Leading efforts to mitigate nitrous oxide releases from agricultural systems.

Honors & Awards:

• North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Graduate Student Teaching Award (2018).

• Study Abroad Scholarship (Minister of Education, Taiwan – 2015).

• Honorable Mention in a poster competition at the 2017 SSSA Annual Meeting.

Author Metrics:

• Citations:

  79 citations across 70 documents.

• Documents:

  6 research documents associated with the researcher.

• h-index:

• The h-index is mentioned as 5.

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

• Authored multiple impactful research papers in journals such as Soil Biology and Biochemistry, Soil Science Society of America Journal, and more.
• Active involvement as a peer-reviewer for esteemed journals, showcasing a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

1. Vertical changes of soil microbial properties in claypan soils
   • Authors: CJ Hsiao, GF Sassenrath, LH Zeglin, GM Hettiarachchi, CW Rice
   • Journal: Soil Biology and Biochemistry
   • Year: 2018
   • Volume: 121
   • Pages: 154-164
   • Citations: 61
2. Temporal variation of soil microbial properties in a corn–wheat–soybean system
   • Authors: CJ Hsiao, GF Sassenrath, LH Zeglin, GM Hettiarachchi, CW Rice
   • Journal: Soil Science Society of America Journal
   • Year: 2019
   • Volume: 83 (6)
   • Pages: 1696-1711
   • Citations: 14
3. Cloning and characterization of the Bambusa oldhamii BoMDH-encoded malate dehydrogenase
   • Authors: CJ Hsiao, CY Hsieh, LS Hsieh
   • Journal: Protein Expression and Purification
   • Year: 2020
   • Volume: 174
   • Pages: 105665
   • Citations: 12
4. Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, and DOPA Are bona fide Substrates for Bambusa oldhamii BoPAL4
   • Authors: CY Hsieh, YH Huang, HH Yeh, PY Hong, CJ Hsiao, LS Hsieh
   • Journal: Catalysts
   • Year: 2021
   • Volume: 11 (11)
   • Pages: 1263
   • Citations: 8
5. Cover crop system to control charcoal rot in soybeans
   • Authors: G Sassenrath, CR Little, CJ Hsiao, DE Shoup, X Lin
   • Journal: Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
   • Year: Not specified
   • Volume: 3 (2)
   • Pages: 14

Research Timeline:

• 2015–18:

  • Doctoral Research at Kansas State University, focusing on vertical changes in microbial properties and temporal variability in soil microbial properties in a corn-wheat-soybean system.

• 2019–21:

  • Postdoctoral research at Texas A&M University, exploring soil C, N, and P storage and trace gas fluxes in a warm-temperate savanna.

• 2022–23:

  • Postdoctoral research at the University of Minnesota, investigating procyanidins’ effectiveness in reducing N2O emissions.

• 2023–present:

  • Research Soil Scientist at the Soil Health Institute, leading efforts to mitigate nitrous oxide releases from agricultural systems.

This concise summary encapsulates my academic journey, research focus, professional achievements, and the impact of my contributions to the field of soil science.