Paul Nelson
Associate Professor - Soil Science
Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research
James Cook University
Australia
Biography
Paul Nelson is a soil scientist with research and leadership experience in industry, government and tertiary sectors. His research focuses on land management in the tropics. He coordinates the Sustainable Tropical Agriculture Flagship of James Cook University’s Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability. Since 2007 he has led research projects valued at over $7 million.Paul Nelson is a soil scientist with research and leadership experience in industry, government and tertiary sectors. His research focuses on land management in the tropics. He coordinates the Sustainable Tropical Agriculture Flagship of James Cook University’s Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability. Since 2007 he has led research projects valued at over $7 million.
Research Interest
Paul's research has focussed mostly on how natural processes and management influence the sustainability of tropical cropping systems, including soil condition, nutrient cycling and greenhouse gas emissions.
