Curriculum Vitae
David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Assistant Chairperson & Professor of Horticulture
Illinois State University Home address: Department of Agriculture 3504 Baldocchi Drive 144 Ropp Agriculture Bldg. Bloomington, IL 61704 Campus Box 5020 (309) 662-8672 home phone Normal, IL 61790-5020 (309) 310-4003 cell phone (309) 438-3275 office (309) 438-5653 FAX E-mail: [email protected]
Career Summary David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Assistant Chairperson & Professor of Horticulture
Leadership Experience & Activities: • Vice-president, Education Division, American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS), 2019-2021 • Assistant Chairperson, Agriculture Department, Illinois State University, 2018- • Executive Secretary, Agriculture Department Alumni Board, Illinois State University, 2018- • Co-Chair; ISU Botanical Garden Steering Committee, 2016- • Chair; Dean Search for ISU Mennonite College of Nursing, 2015-16 • ISU Leadership Initiative Cohort, Provost’s Office, 2015-2016 • Chair; College of Applied Science and Technology (CAST) Council, 2014-15 & 2011-12 • Coordinator; B.S. in Agriculture Program Assessment Review, 2013 • Chair of two (2) Faculty Search Committees: Crop Sciences, 2017-18; Animal Science, 2013-14 • Chair; AGR Curriculum Committee, 2013- ; Awards & Recognition Committee, 2017- • Chair; American Society for Horticultural Science Teaching Methods Working Group, 2012-13 • Coordinator; 2004-2011 Program Review Self-study for the B.S. in Agriculture, 2012 • Chairperson; Horticulture Department, McHenry County College, 2001-02
Teaching Summary: • 17 different horticultural or agricultural courses taught at 6 different colleges & universities • IDEA Student Evaluation averages from over 1,300 students in 62 courses, 2008-18: 4.84/5.0 for Excellent Teacher and 4.71/5.0 for Excellent Course • Center for Math, Science, and Technology (CeMaST) Teaching Fellow, 2012- • Affiliate Professor, Department of Horticulture, Iowa State University, 2016- • 68 service-learning/civic engagement projects conducted in 45 different courses since 2006 • 54 student independent study, special problems, and honors projects advised • 11 M.S. students as major advisor; 7 M.S. & 1 Ph.D. students as a committee member • Horticulture Club & National Collegiate Landscape Judging Team Advisor, 2008-
Research & Service Summary: • $1,202,633 in career projects, grants, commissions, and contracts • 43 refereed journal publications; 34 published abstracts; 17 contributed papers; 5 book chapters; 1 textbook; 1 provisional patent • 116 presentations to professional societies, organizations or public groups as primary or co-presenter • Departmental Committees: IRB Representative, 2008-13; Curriculum; Awards; Recruitment; Research • College Committees: CAST Council, 2009-12 & 2013-16; Research Council, 2013-16 • University Committees: Curriculum, 2009-12; Academic Freedom Ethics & Grievance, 2012-15; Athletics Council, 2015-18; University Panel of Ten, 2015-16; Tree Campus USA, 2016- • Professional Committees: ASHS: Communications, 2017-; College Activities, 2009-13, 2016-; Outstanding Undergraduate Educator Award, 2009-12; Cross Commodity Publication Award, 2007-10 • Editorial Board Member, Journal of Plant Nutrition and Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 2007- • Associate Editor, Natural Sciences Education, 2010-2015
David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Assistant Chairperson & Professor of Horticulture
Degrees, Institutions: • Doctor of Philosophy, 1999 The University of Georgia, Horticulture Department, Athens, GA • Master of Science, 1995 The University of Georgia, Horticulture Department, Athens, GA • Bachelor of Science, 1993 Illinois State University, Agriculture Department, Normal, IL Major: Agribusiness–Ornamental Horticulture; Minor: Business Administration • Associate in Science, 1991 McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, IL
Professional Experience/Dates/Responsibilities:
Assistant Chairperson; 2018- Professor of Horticulture; 2015- Associate Professor of Horticulture; 2011-2015 Assistant Professor of Horticulture; 2008-2011 Department of Agriculture, Illinois State University, Normal, IL My position at ISU is 65% teaching, 25% research, and 10% service on a 9-month appointment. I teach courses in the Horticulture and Landscape Management sequence. My research program is focused on fertility and nutrient status on plant quality factors such as health attributes and pest resistance, as well as SoTL research on service-learning in university and college landscape curricula. My service responsibilities include on-campus and professional society committee membership, supervising the Ropp Greenhouse, advising the Horticulture Club and NALP-NCLC landscape judging team and outreach to local horticultural businesses and groups. As Assistant Chairperson, my appointment is 25% administrative, 25% research, 40% teaching, and 10% service.
Previous Professional Positions:
Assistant Professor, Ornamental Horticulture & Crop Science, 2006-2008 School of Agriculture, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Platteville, WI My position at UWP was 100% teaching covering courses in Ornamental Horticulture & Crop Sciences including Landscape Design, Fruit & Vegetable Production, Landscape Management, Turfgrass Management, Woody Landscape Plants, Crop Science, The Plant-Soil Environment, Weed Science, Pest Identification & Management, and Soil & Crop Science and Ornamental Horticulture Seminar. My appointment also included student advising on curriculum, independent study projects and internship positions. I co-advised the Agronomy, Soil, and Water Conservation Club, the Horticulture Club, and the Crops Judging Team. I was also the exchange coordinator for the University of Life Sciences in Aas, Norway. In addition to these duties, I had a partial summer appointment advising the UWP grounds department, managing Pioneer Gardens and supervising our summer garden and greenhouse staff of student workers.
Horticultural Research & Consultation Specialist, 2004-2006 National Onion Labs, Collins, GA My position at NOL was very diverse. I was responsible for the plant nutrition and production consultation for our U.S. and international clientele. I developed, implemented, and supervised staff members on research projects that addressed the immediate needs of both our clients and the onion industry. I was the lone Ph.D. in the organization and I served as the company’s technical and scientific resource on all matters.
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Postdoctoral Research Scientist, 2002-2004 Plant Biology Department, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH My postdoc focused on the research grant I helped to write on the phytonutritional enhancement of leafy vegetable crops. My appointment was for 2 years at 100% research and included conducting field and greenhouse experimentation, laboratory management and analysis, and manuscript and grant preparation. I also taught Horticultural Business Management at the UNH Thompson School of Applied Science for two consecutive years.
Instructor & Chairperson of Horticulture, 2001-2002 Horticulture Department, McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, IL My job at MCC was composed of 60% teaching and 40% administrative responsibilities in the horticulture department. I taught three courses per semester and was responsible for supervising our 9 adjunct horticulture instructors, as well as advising approximately 100 students pursuing either an associate of applied science degree or certificate in nursery, greenhouse, or floral specializations. A large portion of my administrative duties included program and course development, promotion and marketing, and cooperation with professional businesses and hobbyist organizations.
Assistant Extension Specialist, Vegetable Crops, 1999-2001 University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension, Durham, NH My job was composed of 70% extension, 15% research, and 15% teaching responsibilities addressing the needs of the citizens and vegetable producers in New Hampshire and New England. Duties included presenting and conducting grower educational meetings, reviewing marketing and budgeting information, cooperation with industry for research aimed to improve production techniques, on-farm visits and problem diagnosis, as well as teaching Crop Production Technologies in the Plant Biology Department on campus.
Landscaper and Nursery Professional, 1989-1993 Clavey's Nursery, Inc., Harvard, IL My job responsibilities included all aspects of landscape operations: plant material installation, equipment operation, lawn seeding and sod, patios, retaining walls, and design. As a nursery professional, my tasks included equipment operation and maintenance, lining out stock, tagging materials, propagation, and delivery. Dean and David's Tree Transplanting, Inc., Harvard, IL I was involved in all aspects of business operations including accounting, payroll, scheduling, management, and operation of our truck-mounted 65" and 80" Big John tree moving equipment.
Honors and Awards:
Teaching Awards and Recognition:
• 2019 NARRU Distinguished Educator Award, Non-land-grant Agriculture and Renewable Resources Universities • 2016, -15, -14, -13, -12 & -10 Harvey S. Woods Outstanding Teaching Award, ISU Dept of Agriculture • 2016, -15, -14, -13, -12 & -10 NACTA Teaching Award of Merit, ISU Dept of Agriculture • 2015 ASHS Outstanding Undergraduate Educator Award, American Society for Horticultural Science • 2012 Teaching Fellow for the Center for Mathematics, Science, and Technology (CeMaST), ISU • 2012 Certificate of Nomination for the APLU National Awards Program for Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences • 2011 AASCARR Distinguished Young Educator Award, American Association of State Colleges of Agriculture and Renewable Resources • 2011 Good News Award from the Unit 5 Board of Education, Normal, IL • 2010-2011 College of Applied Science & Technology Outstanding Teacher Award, ISU • 2009 McHenry County College Career Distinction Award, Friends of McHenry County College Foundation, Alumni Association, and Board of Trustees for making a difference in my chosen career field. Recognized as a distinguished guest at the MCC 2009 December Graduation Ceremony • 2006-2007 Nominated for the Outstanding Faculty Member in the School of Agriculture, UW-Platteville
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Research and Service Awards and Recognition:
• 2018-19 College of Applied Science and Technology Outstanding Service Award, ISU • 2018 Outstanding Research Award, ISU Dept of Agriculture • 2016 & 2014 University Environmental Stewardship Award, ISU Office of Sustainability • 2015 John English Community Service Award of Merit, McLean County, IL Master Gardeners • 2014 “Caught Green-Handed” Sustainability Award, the Illinois Green Governments Coordinating Council • 2012 Natural Sciences Education Outstanding Associate Editor Award • Nominated for the 2011 Illinois Community College Trustees Association. Distinguished Alumnus Award by McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, IL • Nominated for the 2010 Illinois Community College Trustees Association Distinguished Alumnus Award by McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, IL • Publication achievements spotlighted in Dec. 4, 2009 ISU Faculty-Staff Newsletter • 2009 Grant Writing Mentorship Program Award Recipient, ISU Office of Research & Sponsored Programs • Publication highlighted in Research Spotlight section of March 1999 J. Amer. Soc. Hort. Sci. 124(2) • Co-authored publication highlighted in Spotlight section of July-September 1998 HortTechnology 8(3)
Awards and Recognition Received as a Student:
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Illinois State University, 1993 • Holbert Award Recipient (Highest honor for any Agriculture student), ISU Agriculture Dept., 1993 • American Society of Horticultural Science Outstanding Senior Award, ISU, 1993 • American Society of Agronomy Outstanding Senior Award, ISU, 1993 • Agriculture Club Outstanding Member Award, Illinois State University, 1993 • Selected as an inaugural member of ISU Department of Agriculture, Agriculture Associates (Student recruitment team), 1993 • First Place - 1992 NACTA Soil Judging Contest at Redlands C.C., El Rino, OK • Twelfth Place - 1992 Region IV Soil Judging Contest, Illinois State University, Normal, IL • Graduated Phi Theta Kappa - High Honors, McHenry County College, 1991 • Who's Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges, 1991
Scholastic Scholarships Received:
While attending The University of Georgia: • Doctoral Graduate Tuition Waiver, 1995-1999 • Masters Graduate Tuition Waiver, 1993-1995
While attending Illinois State University: • ½ Year Tuition Waiver, Honors Department, 1992-1993 • Soil Judging ¼ Year Tuition Waiver, Agriculture Department, 1992-1993 • Funk's Seed Outstanding Junior Scholarship, Agriculture Department, 1991-1992 • Soil Judging ¼ Year Tuition Waiver, Agriculture Department, 1991-1992 • Community College Transfer Scholarship, Honors Department, 1991 • Owen's Nursery Horticultural Scholarship, Agriculture Department, 1991
While attending McHenry County College: • Phi Theta Kappa Graduation Scholarship, 1991 • Republican Central Committee of McHenry County Scholarship, 1991
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Merit Ratings:
Merit ratings at Illinois State University: 2008-present Teachinga Scholarshipa Servicea Compositea Year My Dept. My Dept. My Dept. My Dept. score Avg. score Avg. score Avg. score Avg. 2018 8.2 6.4 7.7 6.1 8.0 6.2 8.0 6.2 2017 8.5 6.1 7.8 5.9 7.8 6.1 8.2 6.1 2016 8.2 6.1 7.4 5.3 8.3 5.9 8.0 5.9 2015 8.5 6.2 8.1 5.2 8.1 5.5 8.3 5.9 2014 8.5 6.7 8.5 6.1 8.0 6.1 8.5 6.6 2013 8.0 6.7 8.4 6.0 7.7 7.2 8.1 6.5 2012 9.0 6.6 8.5 6.2 8.0 7.4 8.8 6.7 2011 8.9 6.7 7.5 6.0 8.0 7.3 8.4 6.6 2010 8.4 6.7 7.6 6.0 6.8 6.9 8.0 6.6 2009 8.2 6.6 8.5 6.6 7.0 6.9 8.2 6.7 2008b 7.6 6.5 4.4 6.3 5.1 6.5 6.6 6.5 a Maximum possible score is a 9.0; My composite score based on 9-month appointment of 65% teaching, 25% scholarship, 10% service b Ratings are for the Fall 2008 semester only (appointment began August 2008)
Merit ratings at UW-Platteville: 2006-2008 Teaching Effectivenessa Year Scholarshipa Servicea Peer rating Student rating 2007-08b 4.71 4.44 4.80 4.71 2006-07b Outstanding Outstanding Outstanding Outstanding a Scale of evaluation was 0-5; Scores above 4.5 were rated Outstanding, scores between 4.0 and 4.5 were rated Above Normal b Overall rating of High Merit (Level 2)
Teaching Accomplishments:
I have taught seventeen (17) different horticultural or agricultural courses at the collegiate level in addition to special topic, independent study, and internship supervision courses. My average IDEA (Individual Development and Educational Assessment) student evaluation scores at ISU from 2008- 2018 are 4.83/5.0 for Excellent Teacher and 4.71/5.0 for Excellent Course (raw scores). My average student evaluation score at UW-Platteville from 2006-2008 was 4.6/5.0 which rated as Outstanding in the School of Agriculture.
Courses taught at Illinois State University (2008-present): • Introductory Horticulture; AGR 120 • Urban Landscape Management; AGR 252, Lecture/Lab Course • Fruit & Vegetable Production; AGR 257, Lecture/Lab Course • Ornamental Plant Production; AGR 262, Lecture/Lab Course • Organic Crop Production, AGR 346 and AGR 446, Lecture/Lab Course • Residential & Sports Turf Management; AGR 352, Lecture/Lab Course • Landscape Design; AGR 353, Lecture/Lab Course • Pest Identification & Management; AGR 389.34, Lecture/Lab Course • Graduate Seminar; AGR 403 • Research Methods; AGR 497
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Courses taught at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville (2006-2008): • Identification of Woody Landscape Plants • The Plant-Soil Environment • Turfgrass Management • Crop Science • Landscape Design • Weed Science • Landscape Management • Soils, Crops, and Ornamental Horticulture Seminar • Fruit & Vegetable Production • Special Topics in Ornamental Horticulture • Pest Identification & Management • Agricultural Business Internship
Courses taught at other colleges and universities (1999-2004): • Introduction to Horticulture; McHenry County College • Landscape Design; McHenry County College • Introduction to Horticultural Business; University of New Hampshire • Crop Production Technologies; University of New Hampshire
Student Advisement:
M.S. Thesis Committees: Full Graduate Faculty Status
As Thesis Major Advisor:
11. Vania Pereira, M.S. Agriculture Illinois State University. Working Thesis Title: Silicon and titanium influence growth and quality characteristics of selected annual bedding plants in an outdoor environment, 2017- 10. Caleb Wepprecht, M.S. Agriculture Illinois State University. Thesis: Assessing the Effects of Foliar Titanium Applications on Golf Course Turfgrass, 2016-2018. Graduated Spring 2018. 9. Cathryn Meins, M.S. Agriculture Illinois State University. Working Thesis Title: Assessing Public Perception of Medical Cannabis in Illinois, 2015-2017. 8. Theoneste Nzaranyimana, M.S. Agriculture Illinois State University. Thesis: Assessing the Effect of Sulfur on Edamame Soybean Protein Content and Flavor, 2015-2017. Graduated Spring 2017. 7. Wyatt Byrd, M.S. Agriculture Illinois State University. Working Thesis Title: Assessing the status of Audubon Sanctuary Certification on public golf courses in the U.S. 2012- 6. Katelynn Clement, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Assessing the perceptions of faculty advisors and green industry professionals on the value of student participations in a professional development judging contest. 2013-2015. Graduated Spring 2015. 5. Jacob Kuban, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Perceptions of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program: A survey of superintendents on university-affiliated golf courses in the U.S. 2012-2015. Graduated Spring 2015. 4. Brittnay Whitted-Haag, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Silicon and titanium influence growth and quality characteristics of selected annual bedding plants. 2009-2012. Graduated Spring 2012 & published thesis manuscript. 3. Laura Manion, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Glucosinolates and carotenoids in watercress (Nasturtium officinale) are influenced by selenium fertilization. 2009- 2011. Graduated Fall 2011 & published thesis manuscript. 1. Suneetha Mondyagu, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: The impact of nitrogen level and form on the growth and development of Chryopogan zizaniodies, Vetiver grass. 2008- 2010. Graduated Spring 2010 & published thesis manuscript. 1. Jena Ruzom, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Impact of selected cultural practices on seedling growth of Maclura pomifera, Osage orange. 2007-2009. Graduated Spring 2009 & published thesis manuscript.
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As a Thesis Committee Member:
7. Katrina Knudsen. M.S. Horticulture, Iowa State University. Thesis: Creating a Curriculum for an Online Garden Design Certificate. 2014-2016. Graduated Fall 2016. 6. Lucy Loftus, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Determining Barriers to Use of Edible School Gardens in Illinois. 2013-2016. Graduated Summer 2016. 5. Nick Ramirez, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Working Thesis Title: Impact of local foods on the economy of Bloomington-Normal, IL. 2011- 4. Shalini Aindla, M.S. Environmental Sciences, Illinois State University. Thesis: Assessing the efficiency of low heat caustic pretreatment in enhancing the methane production from urban landscape waste. 2010-2012. Graduated Fall 2012. 3. Srinath Peram, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Working Thesis Title: Effect of biodiesel contaminated soil on the growth and nodulation of soybean (Glycine max). 2010- 2. Steve Becker, M.S. Agriculture, Illinois State University. Thesis: Identification of quantitative trait loci effecting kernel row number in corn (Zea mays). Graduated Spring 2010. 1. Nick Baker, M.S., Adult Education. UW-Platteville School of Agriculture. Working Thesis Title: Evaluating phosphorus levels of lactating dairy cattle rations and reducing phosphorus levels fed and in manure.
Ph.D. Dissertation Committees: at other universities
1. Theoneste Nzaranyimana, Ph.D., Youth Development and Agricultural Education Department, Purdue University. Working Dissertation Title: Impact of after school garden programs on positive youth development for middle school students living in low SES neighborhoods. 2017-
Club & Judging Team Advisement:
• Horticulture Club Adviser, 2008- • NALP (formerly PLANET) Landscape Judging Team Adviser, 2008- 2018 - National Collegiate Landscape Competition; Alamance Community College 2017 - National Collegiate Landscape Competition; Brigham Young University 2016 – National Collegiate Landscape Competition; Mississippi State University 2015 – Attended Student Career Days; North Carolina State University 2014 – Attended Student Career Days; Colorado State University 2013 - Attended Student Career Days; Auburn University 2012 - Attended Student Career Days; Kansas State University 2011 – Attended Student Career Days; Joliet Junior College 2010 – Attended Student Career Days; Chattahoochee Technical College, North Metro Campus 2009 – Attended Student Career Days; Cal-Poly Pomona
Prior to employment at ISU at UW-Platteville: • Horticulture Club Co-adviser, 2006-2008 • Agronomy, Soil, and Water Conservation Club Co-adviser, 2006-08 • Crops Judging Team Co-adviser, 2006-08
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Service-Learning Course Projects:
My goal for incorporating service-learning projects in my courses is to get students out into the community and to expose them to professional practices. I have incorporated sixty-eight (68) community/service- learning projects in forty-five (45) different courses:
45. Organic Crop Production, AGR 346, Fall 2019 • Assisting the Community Health Center, Normal, IL with prepping and planted raised beds 44. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2018 • Designing a sign planting for Luther Oaks Retirement Village, Bloomington, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Williams Residence, Normal, IL 43. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2019 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 42. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352, Fall 2018 • Installation of turfgrass seed for Schneider Residence, Normal, IL 41. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2018 • Installation of memorial paver stones and repair of donor brick walkway at Normal Community High School, Normal, IL. • Installation of planting bed around east entrance of the Ropp Agriculture Building (designed by AGR 353 students in Spring 2018). • Pruning landscape plants for Ironwood Golf Course, Normal, IL 40. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2018 • Designing a Planting Beds for Campus Buildings at Illinois State University, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Su Residence, Bloomington, IL 39. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2018 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 38. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2017 • Pruning landscape plants for Ironwood Country Club, Normal, IL • Installation of the hardscape retaining wall for the new tee box on Hole #18 at Ironwood Country Club, Normal, IL 37. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2017 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 36. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2017 • Designing a Sign Bed Planting for Benjamin Elementary School, Bloomington, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Yang Residence, Bloomington, IL 35. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2016 • Pruning landscape plants for Ironwood Country Club, Normal, IL • Installation of the Outdoor Classroom hardscape seating walls & patio at the ISU Horticulture Center (This project was awarded the 2016 Environmental Stewardship Award from the ISU Office of Sustainability) 34. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2016 • Designing a Bed Planting for the Community Cancer Center, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for a Habitat for Humanity of McLean County Residence, Normal, IL 33. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2016 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 32. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2015 • Pruning landscape plants for ISU Horticulture Center, Normal, IL • Installation of a flagstone patio in the Herb Garden at the ISU Horticulture Center 31. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2015 • Landscape plan preparation for Armstrong Residence, Normal, IL 30. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2014 • Pruning landscape plants for ISU Fell Arboretum & 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL • Installation of a memorial patio & seating wall for Normal Community High School, Normal, IL 29. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352, Fall 2014 • Sod installation in fruit garden at the ISU Horticulture Center, Normal, IL • Development of a Turfgrass Management Plan for Fell Park, Normal, IL 28. Landscape Design, AGR 353, Spring 2014 • Designing Tee Box Plantings for ISU Weibring Golf Course, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Wesson Residence, Colfax, IL 27. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2014
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• Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 26. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252, Fall 2013 • Installation of a 45 ft. sitting wall and 300 sq. ft. paver patio for Normal Community High School, Normal, IL • Pruning landscape plants on the ISU Fell Arboretum to support the Tree Campus USA certification, Normal, IL 25. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352, Fall 2013 • Turfgrass Management Plan for Normal Community High School, Normal, IL 24. Independent Study in Landscape Design, AGR 287, Fall 2013 • Landscape plan preparation for Wesson Residence, Colfax, IL 23. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2013 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL • Vegetable & Herb Fact Sheet Development for Vanavevhu, Children of the Soil, Zimbabwe, Africa 22. Landscape Design & Construction, AGR 353. Fall 2012 • Redesign entrance planting for Heartland Community College, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Wilson Residence, Bloomington, IL 21. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252. Fall 2012 • Installation of paver entrance walk and garden wall, Trowbridge Residence, Normal, IL • Pruning of plant at ISU Horticulture Center 20. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2012 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 19. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252. Fall 2011 • Installation of sign planting at Oakdale Elementary School, Normal, IL 18. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352. Fall 2011 • Development of a Turfgrass Management Plan for 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL 17. Landscape Design & Construction, AGR 353. Fall 2011 • Redesign entrance for Normal Community High School, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Trowbridge Residence, Normal, IL 16. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252. Spring 2011 • Installation of a 225 ft2 flagstone patio at the ISU Horticulture Center, Normal, IL • Pruning landscape plants for 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL 15. Fruit & Vegetable Production, AGR 257, Spring 2011 • Pruning grape vines for Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, Mackinaw, IL 14. Landscape Design & Construction, AGR 353. Fall 2010 • Redesign of sign planting area for Oakdale Elementary School, Normal, IL • Landscape plan preparation for Schneider Residence, Normal, IL 13. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352. Fall 2010 • Sod installation in fruit garden at the ISU Horticulture Center 12. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252. Spring 2010 • Pruning Viburnum Walk at ISU Horticulture Center • Landscape recommendations for Brandywine Condominiums, Bloomington, IL • Paver & retaining wall construction, Long Residence, Bloomington, IL 11. Landscape Design & Construction, AGR 353. Fall 2009 • Landscape plan preparation for Holt Residence, Bloomington, IL 10. Urban Landscape Management, AGR 252. Spring 2009 • Pruning Viburnum Walk at ISU Horticulture Center • Stone retaining wall construction project for ISU Horticulture Center 9. Landscape Design & Construction, AGR 353. Fall 2008 • Landscape plan preparation for Wiand Residence, Bloomington, IL 8. Residential & Sports Turf Management, AGR 352. Fall 2008 • Turfgrass Management Plan for the ISU Horticulture Center 7. Landscape Design, AGSCI 3270. Spring 2008 • Landscape plan for Kinwa-Muzinga Residence, Platteville, WI 6. Turfgrass Management, AGSCI 3230. Fall 2007 • Students authored How Does Your Garden Grow guest articles for Weekender newspaper, Platteville, WI 5. Landscape Management, AGSCI 3320. Fall 2007 • Installed retaining wall for Bockhop Residence, Platteville, WI • Students authored How Does Your Garden Grow guest articles for Weekender newspaper, Platteville, WI 4. Landscape Design, AGSCI 3270. Spring 2007 • Landscape plan preparation for Iselin Residence, Platteville, WI 3. Landscape Design, AGSCI 3270. Spring 2006
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• Landscape plan preparation for Viney Residence, Platteville, WI 2. Turfgrass Management, AGSCI 3230. Fall 2006 • Turfgrass Management Plan for Marsden Park, Fennimore, WI 1. Landscape Management, AGSCI 3320, Fall 2006 • Fountain Installation in the Pioneer Gardens, UW-Platteville Campus, Platteville, WI
Independent Study Advisement; AGR 287 at Illinois State University
I have advised forty-four (44) independent study projects and five (5) honors projects since 2008; many of which have incorporated service-learning or community-based activities.
44. Samantha Dale. Spring 2019. Trinity Lutheran Green Project. Trinity Lutheran Grade School, Bloomington, IL 43. Caleb Pritts. Spring 2019. Teaching Assistant & Lecture Development in Landscape Design. 42. Caid Swiger. Fall 2018. Independent Study of Landscape Design. 41. Caleb Pritts. Fall 2018. Development of Residential Master Plan using ProLandscape Design Software. 40. Samantha Dale. Spring 2018. Trinity Lutheran Green Project. Trinity Lutheran Grade School, Bloomington, IL. 39. Wes Garbutt. Spring 2018. Completing Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Certification for Weibring Golf Club at Illinois State University. 38. Monica Fuller. Fall 2017. Developing a survey using Qualtrics to assess campus and community knowledge and usage of ISU botanical resources. 37. Dustin McCarty. Fall 2017. Tagging trees for Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary certification application on the ISU Weibring Golf Club, Normal, IL. 36. Justin Graf. Summer 2017. Developing process to print tree labels for ISU Weibring Golf Club, Normal, IL. 35. Amy Reich. Summer 2017. Developing tree labels for ISU Wiebring Golf Club, Normal, IL. 34. Dalton Plumer. Spring 2017. Developing lecture and study materials for seed treatment category of IL pesticide examination and licensing. 33. D.C. Plake. Spring 2017. Developing water conservation and irrigation information for Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary certification for the ISU Wiebring Golf Club, Normal, IL. 32. Ben Heitman. Spring 2017. Diagnosing hardscape failures around Bloomington-Normal, IL. 31. John Jones. Summer 2016. Food Production Systems Using Controlled Environments in Barbados. 30. Billy Mallady. Fall 2015. Developing a plan for the installation and operation of a hopps growing yard in Central Illinois. 29. Andrew Dunn. Spring 2015. Development of Hardscape Materials Budget for Outdoor Classroom at ISU Horticulture Center. 28. Alex Kelly. Spring 2015. Development of Hardscape Materials Budget for Outdoor Classroom at ISU Horticulture Center. 27. Nicholas Streicher. Fall 2014. Development of Study Guide Materials for the IL Pesticide Applicators General Standards Exam. 26. Johnpaul McGreal. Fall 2014-2015. Assessing and tagging the trees on the ISU Weibring Golf Course. 25. Andrew Larson. Fall 2014. Assessing and tagging the trees on the ISU Weibring Golf Course. 24. Kate Myroup. Spring 2014. Developing a garden design for Westminster Village, Bloomington, IL. 23. Tyler Timmerman. Spring 2014. Assessing the effects of reduced phosphorus fertilization on creeping bentgrass using infrared digital imagery. 22. Nancy Adams. Fall 2013. Independent Study in Residential Landscape Design. 21. Sarah Aaron. Fall 2013. Independent Study in Residential Landscape Design. 20. Alicia Bergman, Fall 2013. Independent Study in Residential Landscape Design. 19. Tyler Timmerman. Fall 2013. Use of environmental forecasting data on ISU Weibring Golf Club. 18. Michael Brown. Spring 2013. Harmful turf insects in Northern and Central Illinois. 17. Jared Zaino. Spring 2013. Developing a commercial landscape design for Zenith Chemical Works, Chicago, IL. 16. Henrique Trentin (Exchange student from Brazil). Fall 2012. Assessing the effect of solution pH on the growth of green leafy vegetables in hydroponic culture. Normal, IL. 15. Tim Yohnka. Spring 2012. Investigations into hydroponic growing systems for vegetable crops. Normal, IL. 14. Ben Thayer. Spring 2012. Soil nutrient mapping for for Midwest Electronics, Inc., Normal, IL. 13. Jacob Kuban, Spring 2012. Residential landscape design project for >1 acre site. Normal, IL. 12. Aaron Roels. Fall 2011. Residential landscape design project for 2804 Mowery Drive, Bloomington, IL. 11. Jacob Kuban. Fall 2011. Tree labeling and assessment of Weibring Golf Club at ISU for Audubon Certification. 10. Brian Elliot. Summer & Fall 2011. Residential landscape design project for McCormick Residence. 9. Robert LeVar, Spring 2011. Commercial landscape design for 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL. 8. Aaron Roels, Spring 2011. Commercial landscape design for 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL.
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7. Tyler Walters, Spring 2011. Professional develop in landscape design in cooperation with Grieder Landscape Services, Bloomington, IL. 6. Steve Newcomer, Spring 2011. Development of plant propagation laboratory exercises for secondary agricultural education horticulture courses. 5. Wyatt Byrd, Spring 2011. Feasibility study of Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Certification for the Weibring Golf Club at Illinois State University. 4. David Ulrich, Spring 2011. Use of ProLandscape Design software in advanced landscape design. 3. Brian Kirby, Spring 2011. Residential landscape design & installation for Riegler Residence, McLean, IL. 2. Staci Simpson, Spring 2010. Residential landscape design using computer design software for residential clientele in Downs, IL. 1. Zachary Mattocks, Spring 2010. Starting a small sustainable farming operation in the Pacific Northwest. Zachary was a music major interested in vegetable production.
Honors Project Supervision at Illinois State University:
5. Amanda Rollins. Fall 2017. AGR 352 Residential & Sports Turf Management. Midwestern Turfgrass Weed Identification and Control Resources. 4. Dani Hall. Spring 2017. AGR 353 Landscape Design. Landscape Design Themes. 3. Jacob Kuban. Spring 2012. AGR 262 Nursery Management. Propagation of Selected Prairie Plants Native to Illinois. 2. Jacob Kuban, Spring 2010. AGR 120 Introduction to Horticulture. Developing a report on the poisonous or dangerous characteristics of Illinois garden and landscape plants. 1. Michael Moore, Spring 2010. AGR 252 Urban Landscape Management. Developing a report on the applications of landscape phenology and its use in Integrated Pest Management of Illinois landscapes.
Special Problems in Agriculture; AGR 302 at Illinois State University
• Dustin McCarty, Fall 2017. Assessing quality and pest damage on trees at ISU Weibring Golf Club, Normal, IL. • Kyle Evans, Fall 2017. The medical cannabis program in IL. • Samantha Schafer, Fall 2008. Effect of boron toxicity in corn inbreds. Acted as a project committee member and peer reviewer.
Special Topics in Ornamental Horticulture, AGSCI 3400 independent study course at UW-Platteville, 2006-08: 6. Nikk Dickerson, Spring 2007. Landscape design using ProLandscape computer software for First Congregation Church, Platteville, WI. 5. Maggie Digman, Spring 2007. Residential landscape design using ProLandscape computer software. 4. Amanda Marohl, Spring 2007. Business plan development for Turning Leaf Landscaping Co. 3. Zachary Strassman, Summer 2007. Rooting success of grape cultivar cuttings treated with mycorrhiza fungi. 2. Michael Bergman, Fall 2007. Residential landscape design using ProLandscape computer software. 1. Jason Hietkamp, Spring 2008. Residential landscape design using ProLandscape computer software.
Student Exchange Coordinator:
School of Agriculture, UW-Platteville for the Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Aas, Norway, 2007-2008
Student Internship Responsibilities:
This includes visiting student places of employment and assessing their activities, performance, knowledge/ skill level, and interaction with their co-workers and supervisor. • Summer of 2007: 7 students in ornamental horticulture/crop & soil science. • Summer of 2006: 10 students in ornamental horticulture/crop & soil science.
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Scholarly Productivity:
My scholarly work has been cited on the Web of Science database 888 times (805 times without self- citation), giving an average number of citations per article of 20.7 and an average number of citations per year of 42.3. In the last five years these publications have been cited 63 times (2015), 73 times (2016), and 59 times (2017), 67 times (2018), and 46 times (2019), respectively. My h-index is 18, meaning that 18 of my co-authored publications have been cited at least 18 times. * Undergraduate or graduate student authors are underlined. Bolded student names are previous graduate students I mentored as their major professor here at ISU.
Articles Published in Refereed Journals:
43. Boerngen, M., D. Kopsell, J. Leptein, and A.M. VanDerZanden. 2018. Perceptions of incorporating service-learning into landscape horticulture courses. NACTA Journal 62(2):175-180. 42. Loftus, L., A. Spaulding, R. Steffen, N. Nnakwe, and D. Kopsell. 2017. Determining Barriers to Use of Edible School Gardens in Illinois. Journal of the American College of Nutrition. 36(7):507-513. 41. Yang, L., D.E. Kopsell, A.M. Kottke, and M.Q. Johnson. 2017. Development of a cartridge design anaerobic digestion system for lignocellulosic biomass. Biosystems Engineering 160:134-139. 40. Kopsell, D.A., K.J. Whitlock, C.E. Sams, and D.E. Kopsell. 2016. Nutritionally important pigments in purslane (Portulaca oleracea) differ between cultivars and in response to nitrogen. HortScience 51(6):784-787. 39. Kopsell, D.A., G.R. Armel, T.C. Mueller, C.E. Sams, D.E. Deyton, J.S. McElroy, and D.E. Kopsell. 2014. Sweet corn carotenoid concentrations influenced by herbicide application. Acta Horticulturae 1040:143-194. 38. Whitted-Haag, B., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell, and R. Rhykerd. 2014. Foliar Silicon and Titanium Applications Influence Growth and Quality Characteristics of Annual Bedding Plants. The Open Horticulture Journal 7:6-15. 37. Manion, L.K., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell, C.E. Sams, and R.L. Rhykerd. 2014. Selenium Fertilization Influences Biomass, Elemental Accumulations, and Phytochemical Concentrations in Watercress, Journal of Plant Nutrition 37:327-342. 36. Abney, K.R., D.A. Kopsell, C.E. Sams, S. Zivanivic, and D.E. Kopsell. 2013. UV-B radiation impacts shoot tissue pigment composition in Allium fistulosum L. cultigens. The Scientific World Journal; Special issue: Effect of Agronomic Practices on Plant Secondary Metabolism and Crop Quality. Vol. 2013, Article ID 513867, 10 pages. 35. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, C.E. Sams, and T.C. Barickman. 2013. Ratio of calcium to magnesium influences biomass, elemental accumulations, and pigment concentrations in kale. Journal of Plant Nutrition 36(14):2154-2165. 34. Kopsell, D.A., N.I. Pantanizopoulos, C.E. Sams, and D.E. Kopsell. 2012. Shoot tissue pigment levels increase in ‘Florida Broadleaf’ mustard (Brassica juncia L.) microgreens following high light treatment. Scientia Horticulturae 140(1):96-99. 33. Mondaygu, S., D.E. Kopsell, R.W. Steffen, R.L. Rhykerd, and D.A. Kopsell. 2012. The effect of nitrogen level and form on the growth and development of Vetiver grass (Chrysosogon zizanioides). Transactions of the Illinois State Academy of Science 105(1&2):1-10. 32. Kopsell, D.A., G.R. Armel, K.R. Abney, J.J. Vargas, and D.E. Kopsell. 2011. Leaf tissue pigments and chlorophyll fluorescence parameters vary among sweet corn genotypes of differential herbicide sensitivity. Pesticide Biochemistry & Physiology 99:194-199. 31. Rozum, J.D., D.E. Kopsell, G.R. Bachman, B.R. Wiegand, J.C. Sedbrook, and R.L. Rhykerd. 2010. Impact of selected cultural practices on seedling growth of Osage orange (Maclura pomifera). Transactions of the Illinois State Academy of Science 103(1&2):1-12. 30. Kopsell, D.A., C.E. Sams, D.E. Deyton, K.R. Abney, D.E. Kopsell, and L. Robertson. 2010. Characterization of nutritionally important carotenoids in bunching onion. HortScience 45(3):463-465. 29. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano, and A.J. Wenzel. 2009. Genetic variability for lutein concentration in leafy vegetable crops can influence serum carotenoid levels and macular pigment optical density in human subjects. Acta Horticulturae 841:113-117. Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 11 Last updated October 1, 2019
28. Kopsell, D.A., M.G. Lefsrud, and D.E. Kopsell. 2009. Pre-harvest cultural growing conditions can influence carotenoid phytochemical concentrations in vegetable crops. Acta Horticulturae 841:283-293. 27. Kopsell, D.A., G.R. Armel, T.C. Mueller, C.E. Sams, D.E. Deyton, J.S. McElroy, and D.E. Kopsell. 2009. Increase in Nutritionally Important Sweet Corn Kernel Carotenoids following Mesotrione and Atrazine Applications. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 57(14):6362-6368. 26. Kopsell, D.A., C.E. Sams, T. C. Barickman, D.E. Deyton, and D.E. Kopsell. 2009. Selenization of basil and cilantro through foliar applications of selenate-Se and selenite-Se. HortScience 44(2):438-442. 25. VanderZanden, A.M., D.R. Sandrock, and D.E. Kopsell. 2008. Student attitudes and perceptions of an online problem-based learning case study in landscape management. HortTechnology 18(3):520-523. 24. Kopsell D.A. and D.E. Kopsell. 2008. Genetic and environmental factors affecting plant lutein/zeaxanthin. AgroFOOD HiTech 19(2):44-46. 23. Kopsell, D.A., C.E. Sams, C.S. Charron, W.M. Randle, and D.E. Kopsell. 2007. Kale carotenoids remain stable while glucosinolates and flavor compounds respond to changes in selenium and sulfur fertility. Acta Horticulturae 744:303-309. 22. Lefsrud, M.G., D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. 2007. Nitrogen levels influence biomass, elemental accumulations, and pigment concentrations in spinach. Journal of Plant Nutrition 30(2):171-185. 21. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2007. Carotenoid pigments in kale are influenced by nitrogen concentration and form. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture 87(5):900-907. 20. Kopsell, D.A., J.S. McElroy, C.E. Sams, and D.E. Kopsell. 2007. Genetic variation in carotenoid concentrations among diploid and amphidiploid Brassica species. HortScience 42(3):461-465. 19. Kopsell, D.A., M.G. Lefsrud, D.E. Kopsell, A.J. Wenzel, C. Gerweck, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2006. Spinach cultigen variation for tissue carotenoid concentrations influences human serum carotenoid levels and macular pigment optical density following a 12-week dietary intervention. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 54(21):7998-8005. 18. Kopsell, D.A. and D.E. Kopsell. 2006. Assessing bioavailability of carotenoids in vegetable crops. TRENDS in Plant Science 11(10):499-507. 17. Lefsrud, M.G., D.A. Kopsell, D.E. Kopsell and J Curran-Celentano. 2006. Irradiance levels affect growth parameters and carotenoid pigments in kale and spinach grown in a controlled environment. Physiologia Plantarium 127(4) 624-631. 16. Lefsrud, M.G., D.A. Kopsell, D.E. Kopsell, and W.M. Randle. 2006. Kale carotenoids are unaffected by, whereas biomass production, elemental concentrations, and selenium accumulation respond to, changes in selenium fertility. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 54(5):1764-1771. 15. Lefsrud, M.G., D.A. Kopsell, D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2005. Air Temperature Affects Biomass and Carotenoid Pigment Accumulation in Kale and Spinach Grown in a Controlled Environment. HortScience 40(7):2026-2030. 14. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2005. Carotenoid and chlorophyll pigments in sweet basil grown in the field and greenhouse. HortScience 40(4):1230-1233. 13. Chenard, C.H., D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. 2005. Nitrogen concentration affects nutrient and carotenoid accumulation in parsley. Journal of Plant Nutrition 28(2):285-297. 12. Coolong, T.W., D.A. Kopsell, D.E. Kopsell, and W.M. Randle. 2004. Nitrogen and sulfur influence nutrient usage and accumulation in onion (Allium cepa L.). Journal of Plant Nutrition 27(9):1-20. 11. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, M.G. Lefsrud, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2004. Variability in elemental accumulations among leafy Brassica oleracea cultivars and selections. Journal of Plant Nutrition 27(10):1813-1826. 10. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, M.G. Lefsrud, J. Curran-Celentano, and L. Dukach. 2004. Variation in lutein, β-carotene, and chlorophyll concentrations among Brassica oleracea cultigens and seasons. HortScience 39(2):361-364. 9. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, W.M. Randle, T.W. Coolong, C.E. Sams, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2003. Kale carotenoids remain stable while flavor compounds respond to changes in sulfur fertility. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 51(18):5319-5325. 8. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and W.M. Randle. 2003. Seed germination response of rapid-cycling Brassica oleracea grown under increasing sodium selenate. Journal of Plant Nutrition 26(7):1351-1362. 7. Randle, W.M., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell. 2002. Sequentially reducing sulfate availability during onion growth and development affects bulb flavor at harvest. HortScience 37(1):118-121.
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6. Kopsell, D.E., W.M. Randle, and N.E. Schmidt. 2002. Incubation time, cultivar, and storage duration affect onion lachrymatory factor quantification. HortScience 37(3):567-570. 5. Kopsell, D.E., W.M. Randle, and M.A. Eiteman. 2001. Changes in the S-alk(en)yl cysteine sulfoxides and precursor intermediates during storage among short- and long-day onion cultivars. Acta Horticulturae 555:153-156. 4. Kopsell, D.E., W.M. Randle, and M.A. Eiteman. 1999. Changes in the S-alk(en)yl cysteine sulfoxide biosynthetic pathway during onion storage. Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science 124(2):177-183. 3. Randle, W.M., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell, and R.L. Snyder. 1999. Total sulfur and sulfate accumulation in onions is affected by sulfur fertility. Journal of Plant Nutrition 22(1):45-51. 2. Randle, W.M., D.A. Kopsell, D.E. Kopsell, R.L. Snyder, and R. Torrence. 1998. Field sampling short- day onions for bulb pungency. HortTechnology 8(3):329-332. 1. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. 1997. Onion cultivars differ in pungency and bulb quality changes during storage. HortScience 32(7):1260-1263.
Books:
1. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. 2019. Horticulture: Principles, Practices & Career Opportunities. Great River Learning, Dubuque, IA. ISBN: 9781644960127
Peer-reviewed Book Chapters:
5. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. 2015. Chlorine, pp. 347-366. In: A.V. Barker and D.J. Pilbeam (eds). Handbook of Plant Nutrition, 2nd Edition. CRC Press – Taylor & Frances Group, Boca Raton, FL. 4. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and R.L Hamlin. 2015. Molybdenum, pp. 487-510. In: A.V. Barker and D.J. Pilbeam (eds). Handbook of Plant Nutrition, 2nd Edition. CRC Press – Taylor & Frances Group, Boca Raton, FL. 3. Kopsell, D.A. and D.E. Kopsell. 2010. Carotenoids in Vegetables: Biosynthesis, Occurrence, Impacts on Human Health, and Potential for Manipulation, pp. 645-662. In: R.R. Watson and T.R. Preedy (eds). Bioactive Foods in Promoting Health: Fruits and Vegetables. Academic Press - Elsevier, Oxford, UK. 2. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. 2006. Copper, pp. 293-328. In: A.V. Barker and D.J. Pilbeam (eds). Handbook of Plant Nutrition. CRC Press – Taylor & Frances Group, Boca Raton, FL. 1. Kopsell, D.A. and D.E. Kopsell. 2006. Selenium, pp. 515-550. In: A.V. Barker and D.J. Pilbeam (eds). Handbook of Plant Nutrition. CRC Press – Taylor & Frances Group, Boca Raton, FL.
Intellectual Property & Provisional Patents:
1. Yang, L.C. and D.E. Kopsell. Provisional Patent Application (Serial No. 62/534,411) titled “Cartridge Design Anaerobic Digestion System for Lignocellulosic Biomass” (Illinois State University Ref. No. ISU03-00400) filed at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on July 19, 2017.
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Peer-reviewed Abstracts:
35. Nzaranyimana, T., D. Kopsell, D. Kopsell, and R. Rhykerd. 2018. Effect of Sulfur Fertility on Proteins and Carbohydrates in Beans of Edamame Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.]. HortScience 53(9):S348 (Abstr.). 34. Metallo, R., C. Sams*, D. Kopsell, N. Bumgarner, and D. Kopsell. 2017. Evaluating Rank Order of Microgreen Cultivars for Biomass and Water-soluble Carbohydrate Concentrations Across Diverse Environments. HortScience 52(9):S344-345 (Abstr.). 33. Byrd, W., D.E. Kopsell, A. VanDerZanden, A. Spaulding, and D.A. Kopsell. 2016. U.S. Non- collegiate Golf Course Superintendent’s Perception of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. HortScience 51(9):S374-375 (Abstr.). 32. Kopsell, D.A., C. Sams, R. Metallo, R. Morrow, and D.E. Kopsell. 2016. LED Light Quality Impacts Plant Content of Nutritionally Important Pigments in Sprouting Broccoli. HortScience 51(9):S241-242 (Abstr.). 31. Kuban, J., D.E. Kopsell, A-M VanDerZanden, and A. Spaulding. 2015. Perceptions of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program: A Survey of Superintendents of United States University-affiliated Gold Courses. HortScience 50(9):S275 (Abstr.). 30. VanDerZanden, A-M and D.E. Kopsell. 2014. Benefits and Barriers to Incorporating Service‐ Learning in Landscape Horticulture Courses. NACTA Journal, Vol. 58, Suppl. 1, 1. (Abstr.) 29. Kopsell, D.A., I.L. Goldman, R. Wiepz, D.L. Turman, and D.E. Kopsell. 2014. Carotene enhancement in specialty vegetable crops through exogenous applications of ionone compounds. Carotenoid Science 18:114 (ISSN 1880-5671). 28. Kuban, J., D.E. Kopsell, and M. Rayman. 2013. An undergraduate independent study project developing a golf course tree inventory for Audubon Sanctuary certification. 2013 ASHS Annual Conference-Poster Session Abstracts 1(3):170-171. (Abstr.) 27. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and C.E. Sams. 2012. Exogenous hydrogen peroxide impacts shoot biomass, pigments, and mineral nutrition concentrations in basil (Ocimum basilicum L.). HortSceince 47(9):S319-S320. (Abstr.) 26. Kopsell, D.A., C.E. Sams, T.C. Barickman, and D.E. Kopsell. 2011. Titanium applications impact fruit tissue calcium and lutein in ‘Micro-tina’ tomato. Proceedings of the Plant Growth Regulator Society of America. P16:143. (Abstr.) 25. Manion, L.K., D.E. Kopsell, R.L. Rhykerd, D.A. Kopsell, and C.E. Sams. 2011. Glucosinolates and carotenoids in watercress are influenced by selenium fertilization. HortScience 46(9):S305. (Abstr.) 24. Whitted, B.E., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell, and R.L. Rhykerd. 2011. Silicon (Si) and titanium (Ti) influence growth of selected annual bedding plants. HortScience 46(9):S304. (Abstr.) 23. Kopsell, D.A., N.I. Pantanizopoulos, C.E. Sams, and D.E. Kopsell. 2011. Zeaxanthin levels increase in mustard (Brassica juncea L. ‘Florida Broadleaf’) microgreens following high light treatment. HortScience 46(9):S339. (Abstr.) 22. Mondyagu, S. and D.E. Kopsell. 2010. Impact of nitrogen level and form on the growth of Vetiver grass. HortScience 45(8):S286 (Abstr.) 21. Kopsell, D., C. Sams, C. Barickman, and D. Kopsell. 2010. Fruit tissue elements and carotenoids in ‘Micro-Tina’ tomato respond to foliar chelated titanium. HortScience 45(8):S290 (Abstr.) 20. Kopsell, D. and D. Kopsell. 2009. Carotenoid pigments in kale are influenced by the ratio of calcium to magnesium. HortScience 44(4):1118. 19. Rozum, J., D. Kopsell, G. Bachman, B. Wiegand. 2009. Impact of shading on seedling growth of Maclura pomifera (Osage orange). HortScience 44(4):1172. 18. Kopsell, D.A., M.G. Lefsrud, and D.E. Kopsell. 2008. Preharvest manipulation of growing conditions can influence carotenoid concentrations in vegetable crops. Abstracts of Papers of the American Chemical Society 236(114-AGFD). 17. Kopsell. D.A., D.E. Kopsell, J. S. McElroy, and C.E. Sams. 2006. Genetic variation in carotenoid concentrations among diploid and amphidiploid rapid-cycling Brassica species. HortScience 41(4):1081. 16. Celentano, J.M., A.J. Wenzel, J.P., Sheehan, D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. 2005. Changes in serum lutein and macular pigment optical density following a twelve week intervention with lutein supplement or spinach. Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science 46:1767 Suppl. S.
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15. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2005. Carotenoid and chlorophyll pigments in sweet basil grown in the field and greenhouse. HortScience 40(4):1119. 14. Kopsell,D.A., D.E. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano. 2005. Nitrogen level and form influence kale growth and leaf pigment concentrations. HortScience 40(4):1119. 13. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2004. Phytonutrient carotenoids in basil and parsley. HortScience 39(2):456. 12. Lefsrud, M., D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. 2004. Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in kale due to irradiance. HortScience 39(2):460. 11. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2004. Carotenoid variability among kale and spinach cultivars. HortScience 39(2):458. 10. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano, W.M. Randle, T.W. Coolong, and C.E. Sams. 2004. Sulfur fertility influences kale flavor but not carotenoid content. HortScience 39(2):458-459. 9. Kopsell, D.A. and D.E. Kopsell. 2003. Variability in lutein and beta-carotene accumulation among leafy Brassica oleracea cultigens. HortScience 38(5):677. 8. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. 2003. Kale carotenoids remain stable while flavor compounds respond to sulfur fertility. HortScience 38(5):830. 7. Lefsrud, M.G., D.E. Kopsell, and D.A. Kopsell. 2003. Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in kale due to temperature. HortScience 38(5):719. 6. Kopsell, D.A., D.E. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2003. Iron fertility affects chlorophyll and carotenoid pigments in kale (Brassica oleracea L. Acephala Group). HortScience 38(3):489-490. 5. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. 2003. Magnesium fertility affects elemental content but not carotenoid pigments in kale. HortScience 38(3):490. 4. Lefsrud, M.G., D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. 2003. Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in spinach due to temperature. HortScience 38(3):489. 3. Kopsell, D.A., W.M. Randle, and D.E. Kopsell. 2001. Seed germination response of rapid-cycling Brassica oleracea grown under increasing sodium selenate. HortScience 36(4):643. 2. Kopsell, D.E., W.M. Randle, and N.E. Schmidt. 1999. Quantification of the lachrymatory factor in onion flavor assessment is cultivar-dependent. HortScience 34(3):520. 1. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. 1995. Changes in onion bulb quality during storage of short- and long-day cultivars. HortScience 30(4):766.
Contributed Papers:
18. Kopsell, D. and D. Kopsell. 2018. Advice for Preparing for Graduate School. American Society for Horticultural Science Newsletter. Popular Press Article. January 31, 2018. 17. Kopsell, D. and T. Voigt. 2016. Nutrient Management Practices for Illinois Turfgrass Professionals. Nutrient Research and Education Council (NREC). 16. Kopsell, D.E. Advisory Panel Member. 2012. Illinois Soybean Production Guide. Illinois Soybean Association. 15. Kopsell, D.A. and Kopsell, D.E. 2007. Potent Leafy Greens. American Vegetable Grower 55(11):62-64. 14. Kopsell, D.E. Weekly column “How Does Your Garden Grow”. Your Weekender, Grant, Iowa, Lafayette Shopping News, Platteville, WI. Beginning April 6th to August 28th, 2007. 15 weekly articles on lawn, landscaping, and gardening recommendations. 13. Kopsell, D.A. and Kopsell, D.E. 2007. Choice of spinach cultivar influences eye health. Tennessee Vegetable News 1(2):2. 12. Kopsell, D.E. Weekly column “How Does Your Garden Grow”. Your Weekender, Grant, Iowa, Lafayette Shopping News, Platteville, WI. Beginning May 19th to September 1, 2006. 15 weekly articles on lawn, landscaping, and gardening recommendations. 11. Kopsell, D.E., A.M. VanDerZanden, and D.A. Kopsell. 2006. Teaching Horticulture. American Society for Horticultural Science August Newsletter Vol. 22(8):1,4. 10. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. 2004. It’s in the leaves: high levels of carotenoids are found in dark- green leaves of spinach and kale. American Vegetable Grower May 2004:28.
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9. M.G. Lefsrud, B. Ohneck, D.E. Kopsell, and T.W. Dreschel. 2002. A porous tube nutrient delivery system display for the Edmonton space and science centre. Proceedings for the 2002 ASAE Annual International Meeting/CIGR XVth World Congress. Conference Paper 024073. Chicago, IL. July 29-August 1. 8. Kopsell, D.E. 2001. Some like it hot: Flavor development in onions. Proceedings of the 2001 New York State Vegetable Conference. Liverpool, NY. pp. 145-148. 7. Kopsell, D.E., and D.A. Kopsell. 2001. Tips on surviving graduate school. American Society for Horticultural Science Newsletter Vol. 17(5):4. 6. Kopsell, D.E. 2001. Marketing yourself: Tips for landing a great job! American Society for Horticultural Science Newsletter Vol. 17(1):4. 5. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. 1999. Why is onion flavor changing during storage? 1998 Geo. Onion Res. Ext. Rep. No. 3:48-51. 4. Randle, W.M., D.E. Kopsell, and D.A. Kopsell. 1999. Considerations for implementing pungency field testing and its practical implications. Onion World 15(2):14-18. 3. Kopsell, D.E., W.M. Randle, and R.L. Snyder. 1998. Probing further into the nature of onion flavor development during storage. Proceedings of the 1998 National Onion (and other Allium) Research Conference. Sacramento, CA. pp. 160-163. 2. Randle, W.M., D.E. Kopsell, and D.A. Kopsell. 1998. Considerations for implementing pungency field testing and its practical implications. Proceedings of the 1998 National Onion (and other Allium) Research Conference. Sacramento, CA. pp. 171-173. 1. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. 1994. Maleic hydrazide affects onion quality during storage. Geo. Onion Res. Ext. Rep. No. 3. pp. 23-27.
Presentations to Professional Societies, Organizations, or Public Groups:
101. Wepprecht, C.B., D.E. Kopsell*, D.A. Kopsell, M. Barrowclough, and R.L. Rhykerd. 2019 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, July 22-25, 2018, Las Vegas, NV. Poster Presentation. Effects of Foliar-applied Titanium (Ti) on Nutrient Leaf Tissue Content of Creeping Bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera) on Professional Golf Course Greens in Central IL. 100. Nzaranyimana, T., D. Kopsell*, D. Kopsell, and R. Rhykerd. 2018 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, July 31-Aug 3, 2018, Washington, D.C. Poster Presentation: Effect of Sulfur Fertility on Proteins and Carbohydrates in Beans of Edamame Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] 99. Kopsell, D.E. Maximizing the Health Properties of the Vegetables You Grow. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 3, 2018 98. Kopsell, D.E. Landscape Design Tips, Techniques, and Secrets. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 3, 2018 97. Kopsell, D., J. Chambers, and N. Pershey. The Horticulture Program at ISU. Oral Presentation. University Advisors Group. Ewing Manor, June 1, 2018 96. Kopsell, D. and D. Kopsell. Hit the Ground Running! Getting a quick start in Your New Career Starting from Day One. Oral Presentation. American Society for Horticultural Science Conference Create YOUR Future: Strategic Career Planning Forum. Washington, D.C. July 30, 2018 95. Nzaranyimana, T., D. Kopsell, D. Kopsell, and R. Rhykerd. Effect of Sulfur Fertility on Proteins and Carbohydrates in Bean of Edamame Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.]. Poster Presentation. 2018 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, Washington, D.C. July 31-August 3, 2018. 94. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. Hit the Ground Running! Getting a Quick Start in Your New Career Starting from Day One. Create YOUR Future: Strategic Career Planning Forum. Oral Presentation. 2018 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, Washington, D.C. July 30, 2018. 93. Kopsell, D.E. Landscape Design Tips, Techniques and Secrets. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 3, 2018. 92. Kopsell, D.E. Increasing the Health Properties of the Vegetables You Grow. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 3, 2018. 91. Kopsell, D.E. Increasing the Health Properties of the Vegetables You Grow. Agriculture Department Seminar Series. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. October 27, 2017. 90. Kopsell, D.E. Vegetable Quality and Flavor due to Soil Fertility. Opportunities in Organic Farming; MOSES Organic Field Day. Oral Presentation. PrairiErth Farms, Atlanta, IL. Sept 8, 2017. 89. Kopsell, D.E. Increasing the Health Properties of the Vegetables You Grow. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 4, 2017. 88. Byrd, W., D.E. Kopsell, A.M. VanDerZanden, A.D. Spaulding, and D.A. Kopsell. U.S. Non- Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 16 Last updated October 1, 2019
collegiate Golf Course Superintendent's Perception of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program. Poster Presentation. 2016 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, Atlanta, GA, August 8-11, 2016. 87. Fruit and Vegetable Lessons. Kopsell, D.E. Sow the Seeds of Horticulture. Oral Presentation. University of Illinois Cooperative Extension Teacher Training Series. Bloomington, IL, June 15, 2016. 86. Kopsell, D.E. What’s Wrong with My Lawn? Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 5, 2016. 85. Kopsell, D.E. Amazing Opportunities in Horticulture. NCWHS Ag Career Expo Day. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. Dec 1, 2015. 84. Kopsell, D.E. Service-learning with Local Schools-Incorporating Multiple Courses on the Same Project. Oral Presentation. 2015 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, New Orleans, LA, August 4-7, 2015. 83. Kuban, J., D.E. Kopsell, A.D. Spaulding, and A.M. VanderZanden. Perceptions of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program: A Survey of Superintendents of U.S. University-affiliated Golf Courses. Poster Presentation. 2015 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, New Orleans, LA, August 4-7, 2015. 82. Kopsell, D.E. Using Directed Student Learning to Achieve Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Certification. Oral Presentation. Collegiate Sports Sustainability Summit, West Lafayette, IN, June 24-26, 2015. 81. Kopsell, D.E. The Fall Vegetable Garden. Invited presentation to the McLean County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. August 4, 2014. 80. Kopsell, D.E. and D.J. Schmidt. Audubon Certification at ISU Golf Course and Homeowner Lawn Tips. Oral Presentation. Invited presentation on the Dean of Green Radio Show, WGLT 89.1 and 103.5 FM. Normal, IL, March 17, 2014. 79. Kopsell, D.E. Growing Giant Pumpkins: Tips and Secrets to Grow ‘em Over 1,000 lbs. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 1, 2014. 78. Kopsell, D.E. Amazing Opportunities in Horticulture. Parkside Junior High Ag Career Expo Day. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. Dec 5, 2013. 77. Kuban, J., D.E. Kopsell, and M. Rayman. An undergraduate independent study project developing a golf course tree inventory for Audubon Sanctuary certification. Poster Presentation. 2013 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, Palm Desert, CA, July 22-25, 2013. 76. Kopsell, D.E. Overview of the Agriculture Department at ISU. Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences Agriculture Career Day. Oral Presentation. Chicago, IL. May 10, 2013. 75. Kopsell, D.E. Onions – How Sweet They Can Be … Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 2, 2013. 74. Kopsell, D.E. Amazing Opportunities in Horticulture. NCWHS Ag Career Expo Day. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. Dec 6, 2012. 73. Kopsell, D.E. Hydroponic vegetable production. Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences Agriculture Career Day. Chicago, IL. May 11, 2012. 72. Kopsell, D.E. Growing the Healthiest (to Eat) Vegetables Possible. Illinois State University U-Club. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. April 6, 2012. 71. Kopsell, D.E. Growing the Healthiest (to Eat) Vegetables Possible. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 3, 2012. 70. Kopsell, D.E. Teaching Horticulture. Invited presentation to American Association of State Colleges of Agriculture and Renewable Resources, Cal-State, Chico, Chico, CA. Oct. 4, 2011. 69. Kopsell, D.E. Teaching Horticulture. Invited presentation to ISU College of Applied Science & Technology, Normal, IL. Sept. 29, 2011. 68. Kopsell, D.E. The Future of Urban Farming? Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences Agriculture Career Day. Chicago, IL. May 6, 2011. 67. Kopsell, D.E. Professional Secrets for Growing the Best Tomatoes Ever! Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 5, 2011. 66. Kopsell, D.E. LED Lighting of Greenhouse Crops. Invited seminar presenter in the Department of Physics at ISU, Oct. 8, 2010. 65. Mondyagu, S. and Kopsell, D.E. Impact of Nitrogen Level and Form on Growth of Vetiver Grass. Poster Presentation. 104th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Horticultural Science, Palm Desert, CA, Aug. 2-5, 2010. 64. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. Spinach is spinach, you say? Illinois State University Conference Services “Mornings with the Professors”. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. April 16, 2010. 63. Kopsell, D.E. The “What is it?” and “What to do about it?” of Tomato and Garden Diseases. Home, Lawn & Garden Day. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. March 6, 2010. 62. Kopsell, D.E. Amazing Opportunities in Horticulture. NCWHS Ag Career Day.
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Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL. Dec 8, 2009. 61. Kopsell, D.E. Seeing is Believing: Spinach, Carotenoids, and Eye Health. Illinois State University Sigma Xi Group. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. Nov. 11, 2009. 60. Kopsell, D.E. Plant Nutrition: What Every Gardener Should Know. McLean County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Bloomington, IL, Aug. 6, 2009. 59. Kopsell, D.E., D.A. Kopsell and C.E. Sams. Carotenoid Pigments in Kale are Influenced by the Ratio of Calcium to Magnesium. Poster Presentation. 103rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Horticultural Science, St. Louis, MO, July 25-28, 2009. 58. Kopsell, D.E. Seeing is Believing: Spinach, Carotenoids, and Eye Health. Illinois State University Conference Services “Academy of Seniors” Short Course. Oral Presentation. Normal, IL. Sept. 23, 2008 57. Kopsell, D.E. Tree Identification for Woodlot Owners of Iowa County. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources & University of Wisconsin Cooperative Extension. Oral Presentation. Barneveld, WI. Jan. 26, 2008. 56. Kopsell, D.E. Garden Plant Nutrition. Green County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Monroe, WI. Oct. 25, 2007. 55. Kopsell, D.E. Tips on Growing Giant Pumpkins. Platteville Optimist Club. Oral presentation. Platteville, WI. Oct. 5, 2007. 54. Kopsell, D.E. Pruning Landscape Plants. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Lancaster, WI. Sept. 25, 2007. 53. Kopsell, D.E. Tips for Vegetable Gardens. Oral Presentation. UW-Platteville Building for Tomorrow Staff Day. Platteville, WI. June 6, 2007. 52. Kopsell, D.E.. Landscape Design Principles. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Lancaster, WI. March 31, 2007. 51. Kopsell, D.E. Plant Nutrition. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Lancaster, WI. March 31, 2007. 50. Kopsell, D.E. and Compton, M.E. UW-Platteville Pioneer Garden. UWP Retired Faculty/Staff Breakfast. Oral Presentation. Platteville, WI. March 21, 2007. 49. Kopsell, D.E. Direct Marketing Fruits & Vegetables in New England; Yankee Ingenuity. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Lancaster, WI. Nov. 30, 2006. 48. Kopsell, D.E. Growing Giant Pumpkins. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. Sept. 28, 2006. 47. Kopsell, D.E. Vegetable gardening questions & answers. Grant County Master Gardeners. Oral Presentation. July 27, 2006. 46. Kopsell, D.E. Health properties of vegetables: Spinach, carotenoids, & eye health. Oral Presentation. Platteville Optimists Club. July 7, 2006. 45. Kopsell, D.E. Ornamental Horticulture and Soil & Crop Science Program Overview. Presentation to visiting faculty and students from Dronten Professional Agricultural University. Oral Presentation. May 4, 2006. 44. Kopsell, D.E. D.A. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano, W.M. Randle, T.W. Coolong, and C.E. Sams. Sulfur fertility influences kale flavor, but not carotenoid content. Poster Presentation. 17th International Lettuce and Leafy Vegetable Conference. Leafy Vegetable Crops Germplasm Committee. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Aug. 28-31, 2004. 43. Kopsell, D.E. D.A. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. Carotenoid variability among kale and spinach cultivars. Poster presentation. 17th International Lettuce and Leafy Vegetable Conference. Leafy Vegetable Crops Germplasm Committee. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Aug. 28-31, 2004. 42. Kopsell, D.E. D.A. Kopsell, and J. Curran-Celentano. Carotenoid variability among kale and spinach varieties. Poster presentation. Northeast Region of American Society for Horticultural Science Annual Meeting. Cambridge, MA. Jan. 6-8, 2004. 41. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. Phytonutrient carotenoids in basil and parsley. Oral presentation. Northeast Region of American Society for Horticultural Science Annual Meeting. Cambridge, MA. Jan. 6-8, 2004. 40. Kopsell, D.E. D.A. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano, W.M. Randle, T.W. Coolong, and C.E. Sams. Sulfur fertility influences kale flavor but not carotenoid content. Poster presentation. ‘Functional Foods and Biotechnology: A critical Interaction’ Workshop. Washington, DC. Oct. 31, 2003. 39. Kopsell, D.E. D.A. Kopsell, J. Curran-Celentano. Carotenoid variability among kale and spinach varieties. Poster presentation. ‘Functional Foods and Biotechnology: A critical Interaction’ Workshop. Washington, DC. Oct. 31 to Nov 1, 2003.
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38. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. Kale carotenoids remain stable while flavor compounds respond to changes in sulfur fertility. Oral presentation. 100th Annual International Conference of the American Society for Horticultural Science. Providence, RI. Oct. 3-6, 2003. 37. Kopsell, D.E. Vegetable and carotenoid research in plant biology. Oral presentation. University of New Hampshire Plant Biology Department Spring Seminar Series. February 6, 2003. 36. Kopsell, D.E. and D.A. Kopsell. Magnesium fertility affects elemental content but not carotenoid pigments in kale. Oral presentation. Northeast Region – American Society for Horticultural Science. Baltimore, Maryland. January 7-9, 2003. 35. Kopsell, D.E. Iron fertility influences elemental, chlorophyll, and carotenoid content among kale (B. oleracea L. Acephala Group) cultivars. Poster presentation. 99th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Horticultural Science in conjunction with XXVI International Horticultural Congress. Toronto, Canada. Aug. 12-16, 2002. 34. Kopsell, D.E. Some like it hot!: Flavor development in onions. Oral presentation. New York State Vegetable Conference. Liverpool, New York. Feb. 14-15, 2001. 33. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE New Agent In-service Training. Durham, NH. May 16, 2001. The Vegetable Industry in New Hampshire. 32. Kopsell, D.E. Sullivan County Seminar: Home Gardening. April 28, 2001. Season Extension & the Importance of Phytonutrients. 31. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Master Gardener Training. Goffstown and Concord, NH. April 12 & 13, 2001. Vegetables. 30. Kopsell, D.E. University of New Hampshire Greenhouse Open House. Durham, NH. March 24, 2001. Raising Vegetable Transplants for the Home Garden. 29. Kopsell, D.E. Extension Science Camp Series. Milford, NH. March 16, 2001. Biotechnology for Kids! 28. Kopsell, D.E. New Hampshire Vegetable & Berry Growers Meeting. Boscawen, NH. March 3, 2001. Mild Onion Production Research in New Hampshire. 27. Kopsell, D.E. New Hampshire Farm and Forest Exposition: Small Fruit and Vegetable Meeting. Manchester, NH. Feb. 2, 2001. Food Safety Critique for Vegetable Growers. 26. Kopsell, D.E. Developing an Integrated Pest Management Strategy for Raising Vegetable Transplants. Milford, NH. Nov. 27, 2000. Raising Vegetable Transplants. 25. Kopsell, D.E. North Country Fruit & Vegetable Seminar. Lancaster, NH. Nov. 1, 2000. Vegetable Observations in 2000. Health & Nutritional Niches? Brassicas and Alliums. 24. Kopsell, D.E. Rockingham County Production Fall Seminar Series: Crop & Soil Management. Brentwood, NH. Oct. 24, 2000. Nutrient Management and Crop Rotation for Commercial Vegetable Production. 23. Kopsell, D.E. New Hampshire Giant Pumpkin Growers Association State Weigh Off. Goffstown, NH. Oct. 21, 2000. Weigh off Official Judge. 22. Kopsell, D.E. Shaker Village Harvest Days 2000. Canterbury, NH. Oct. 14, 2000. Season Extension in the Home Garden. 21. Kopsell, D.E. UNH Cooperative Extension Biotechnology/Genetically Modified Organisms In-service Training. Aug. 1, 2000. In-service training co-coordinator. Consumer Concerns Surrounding Biotechnology 20. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Grower Twilight Meeting. Beans and Greens Farmstand, Gilford, NH. July 18, 2000. Meeting Coordinator. Direct Marketing Vegetable Crops. 19. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Grower Twilight Meeting. Nessenkeag Farms, Litchfield, NH. June 13, 2000. Meeting Co-coordinator. Commercial Organic Vegetable Production. 18. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Master Gardener Retraining. Carroll County, NH. May 18, 2000. Extending the Growing Season. 17. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Grower Meeting for the New Hampshire Giant Pumpkin Growers Association. Milford, NH. April 17, 2000. Tips and Secrets for Growing Giant Pumpkins. 16. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Master Gardener Training. Goffstown and Manchester, NH. April 6 and 7, 2000. Home Vegetable Gardening. 15. Kopsell, D.E. UNHCE Vegetable Marketing In-service. Boscawen, NH. March 31, 2000. Using Phytonutrient and Medicinal Information in Marketing Vegetables. 14. Kopsell, D.E. University of New Hampshire Greenhouse Open House. Durham, NH. March 24, 2000. How to Grow Pumpkins in the Home Garden. 13. Kopsell, D.E. Agway Fruit and Vegetable Growers Meeting. Hollis, NH. March 15, 2000. Marketing Potentials for New Hampshire Vegetable Growers. Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 19 Last updated October 1, 2019
12. Kopsell, D.E. New Hampshire Vegetable & Berry Growers Meeting. Boscawen, NH. March 4, 2000. Nutrient Management for Vegetable Production. 11. Kopsell, D.E. Connecticut River Watershed Action Team Training. North Haverhill, NH. Feb. 28, 2000. Genetically Modified Crops. 10. Kopsell, D.E. New Hampshire Farm and Forest Exposition: Small Fruit and Vegetable Meeting. Manchester, NH. Feb. 11, 2000. How to Grow the Perfect Pumpkins. 9. Kopsell, D.E. New England Vegetable & Berry Growers Meeting. Waltham, MA. Jan. 29, 2000. Sweet Success: The Story of the Vidalia Onion Industry. 8. Kopsell, D.E. North Country Fruit &Vegetable Seminar. Lancaster, NH. Nov. 3, 1999. How to Grow Giant Pumpkins. 7. Kopsell, D.E. Changes flavor components in different cultivars of Allium cepa L. during storage. Oral presentation. University of Georgia, Horticulture Department, Fall Semester Seminar Series. October 5, 1999. 6. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Quantification of the lachrymatory factor in onion flavor assessment is cultivar-dependent. Oral presentation. 96th International Conference of the American Society for Horticultural Science. Minneapolis, Minnesota. July 27-31, 1999. 5. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Probing further into the nature of onion flavor development during storage. Oral presentation. 7th Biennial National Onion (and other Allium) Research Conference. Sacramento, California. Dec. 10-12, 1998. 4. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Changes in S-alk(en)yl cysteine sulfoxides and biosynthetic intermediates during storage among short- and long-day onion cultivars. Oral presentation. Alliums Australia: 2nd International Symposium on Edible Alliaceae. Adelaide, Australia. Nov. 10-13, 1997. 3. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Flavor changes during onion storage. Oral presentation. National Peach/Vidalia Onion and Roadside Market Convention. Savannah, Georgia. Jan. 21-22, 1996. 2. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Changes in onion bulb quality during storage of short- and long-day cultivars. Oral presentation. 92nd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Horticultural Science and the 40th Congress of the Canadian Society for Horticultural Science. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. July 30-Aug. 3, 1995. 1. Kopsell, D.E. and W.M. Randle. Changes in bulb quality during storage of short-, intermediate-, and long-day cultivars of Allium cepa L. Oral presentation. University of Georgia, Horticulture Department, Fall Quarter Seminar Series. Aug. 21, 1995.
Co-author of Presentations to Professional Groups: (*Presenter; undergraduate or graduate student underlined):
• 2018 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, July 31-August 3, 2018, Washington, D.C. Metallo, R.M., C.E. Sams, D.A. Kopsell*, and D.E. Kopsell. Poster Presentation: Seasonal Difference in Nutritionally Important Carotenoid Pigment Concentrations in Microgreens Grown in Controlled Environments. • 2018 Undergraduate Research Symposium, Illinois State University, April 6, 2018. Jolly, A., I. Tetteh, D. Kopsell, and R. Zhukov. Poster Presentation. Comparative Study of Black Currant Production in Russia and Illinois: Best management Practices, Marketing Strategies, and Economic Profitability • 2017 Central Illinois Golf Course Superintendent Association Annual Meeting & Education Program, December 4, 2017, Crestwicke Country Club, Bloomington, IL. Wepprecht, C. * and D. Kopsell. Oral presentation: Assessing the Effects of Foliar Titanium Applications on Professional Turfgrass. • 2017 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, September 19-22, 2017, Waikoloa, HI. Metallo, R.M., C.E. Sams*, D.E. Kopsell, N. Bumgarner, and D.A. Kopsell. Poster Presentation: Evaluating Rank Order of Microgreen Cultivars for Biomass and Water-soluble Carbohydrate Concentrations Across Diverse Environments. • 2016 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, August 8-11, 2016, Atlanta, GA. Kopsell, D.A.*, C.E. Sams, R. Metallo, R.C. Marrow, and D.E. Kopsell. Poster Presentation: LED Light Quality Impacts Plant Content of Nutritionally Important Pigments in Sprouting Broccoli. • 2014 17th International Symposium on Carotenoids, June 29 – July 4, 2014, Park City, UT. Dean A. Kopsell, Irwin L. Goldman, Rebecca Wiepz, Derrick L. Turman, and David E. Kopsell. Poster Presentation: Carotene enhancement in specialty vegetable crops through exogenous applications of ionone compounds. • 2014 North American Colleges & Teachers of Agriculture Annual Conference, June 25-28, 2014, Bozeman, MT. Ann Marie VanDerZanden and David Kopsell. Oral Presentation: Benefits and Barriers to Incorporating Service‐Learning in Landscape Horticulture Courses. Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 20 Last updated October 1, 2019
• 2014 University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners, April 16, 2014, Normal, IL. Neager, N.*, D.E. Kopsell, J. Sibley, and K. Allsup. Pollinate your mind: The buzz on bees. Panel discussion following keynote presentation by N. Neager. • 2013 New Faculty Orientation, August 12, 2013, Normal, IL. Baur, J., L. Zeng, and D. Kopsell. “The Successful Researcher”. Panel discussion with new faculty. • 2012 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, July 31-August 3, 2012, Miami, FL. Kopsell, D.A.*, D.E. Kopsell, and C.E. Sams. Exogenous hydrogen peroxide impacts shoot biomass, pigments, and mineral nutrition concentrations in basil (Ocimum basilicum L.). Poster Presentation. • 2011 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, Sept. 25-28, 2011, Waikoloa, HI. Whitted, B.E., D.E. Kopsell, D.A. Kopsell*, and R.L. Rhykerd. Silicon (Si) and Titanium (Ti) Influence Growth of Selected Annual Bedding Plants. Poster Presentation. • 2011 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, Sept. 25-28, 2011, Waikoloa, HI. Manion, L.K., D.E. Kopsell, R.L. Rhykerd, D.A. Kopsell*, and C.E. Sams. Glucosinolates and Carotenoids in Watercress are Influenced by Selenium Fertilization. Poster Presentation. • 2011 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, Sept. 25-28, 2011, Waikoloa, HI. Kopsell, D.A.*, N.I. Pantanizopoulos, C.E. Sams, and D.E. Kopsell. Zeaxanthin Levels Increase in Mustard (Brassica juncea L. ‘Florida Braodleaf’) Microgreens Following High Light Treatment. Poster Presentation. • 2011 Plant Growth Regulation Society of America Meeting, July 24-28, 2011, Chicago, IL. Kopsell, D.A., C.E. Sams*, T.C. Barickman, and D.E. Kopsell. Titanium applications impact fruit tissue calcium and lutein in ‘Micro-Tina’ tomato. Poster Presentation. • 2010 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference. August 2-5, 2010, Palm Desert, CA. Barickman, T.C.*, C.E. Sams, D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. Effects of exogenous abscisic acid on carotenoids and fruit quality in ‘Micro-Tina’ tomatoes. Poster presentation. • 2009 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, July 25-28, 2009, St. Louis, MO. Kopsell, D.A*., G.R Armel, T. C. Mueller, J. S. McElroy, and D.E. Kopsell. Mesotrione Applications Impact Kernel Carotenoid Concentrations Among Different Sweet Corn Genotypic Sensitivities. Poster Presentation. • 2009 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, July 25-28, 2009, St. Louis, MO. Rozum, J.*, D.E. Kopsell, G. Bachman, and B. Wiegand. Impact of Shading on Seedling Growth of Maclura pomifera (Osage orange). Poster Presentation. • 2008 American Chemical Society Fall National Meeting & Exposition. Philadelphia, PA. August 17-21, 2008. Kopsell. D.A.*, D.E. Kopsell, and M.G. Lefsrud. Oral presentation: Pre-harvest cultural growing conditions can influence carotenoid phytochemical concentrations in vegetable crops. • 2006 American Society for Horticultural Science Conference, New Orleans, LA. July 27-30, 2006. Kopsell. D.A.*, D.E. Kopsell, J. S. McElroy, and C.E. Sams. Poster presentation: Genetic variation in carotenoid concentrations among diploid and amphidiploid rapid-cycling Brassica species. • 2005 Annual meeting of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO). Fort Lauderdale, FL. May 1-5. J. Curran-Celentano, A. Wenzel*, J. Sheehan, D. Kopsell, and D. Kopsell. Poster Presentation: Changes in serum lutein and macular pigment optical density following a twelve week intervention with lutein supplement or spinach. Mark G. Lefsrud*, Dean A. Kopsell and David E. Kopsell. Oral presentation: Influences of HPS and UV supplemental light on carotenoid accumulation in kale. • 2004 Annual Meeting Northeast Region of American Society for Horticultural Science. Cambridge, MA. Jan. 6-8. M.G. Lefsrud*, D.A. Kopsell and D.E. Kopsell. Oral presentation: Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in kale due to irradiance. • 2003 ‘Functional Foods and Biotechnology: A critical Interaction’ Workshop. Showcase of accomplishments of FY ’00 and ’01 awardees of the IFAFS’s Nutritional Aspects of Functional Foods (12.2) and Biotechnology (11.1 and 11.2) programs. Washington, DC. Oct. 31 to Nov 1. J. Curran-Celentano, D. Kopsell*, D. Kopsell, A. Wenzel, C. Gerweck, and J. Sheehan. Poster Presentation: Retinal carotenoids from spinach versus supplements - a work in progress. • 2003 100th Annual International Conference of the American Society for Horticultural Science. Providence, RI. Oct. 3-6. M.G. Lefsrud*, D.E. Kopsell and D.A. Kopsell. Oral presentation: Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in kale due to temperature. • 2003 12th Annual COLSA Undergraduate Research Conference, The New England Center, The University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH. May 3. C.Chenard*, D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. Oral presentation: The influence of nitrogen on carotenoid production in the herbal crop parsley (Petroselinum crispum). • 2003 Annual Meeting Northeast Region of American Society for Horticultural Science. Baltimore, MD. Jan. 7-9. M.G. Lefsrud*, D.A. Kopsell, and D.E. Kopsell. Oral presentation: Carotenoid accumulation and mineral uptake in spinach due to temperature.
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Projects, Grants, Commissions, and Contracts: Total Career Associated Funding Support: $1,202,633
Funded; in progress: • Determining the Effects of Sulfur Fertility Levels on Edamame and Mature Soybean Flavor, Amino Acids, and Protein Content. David Kopsell, Department of Agriculture. Illinois Soybean Association Endowment Grant. $11,850. FY 2020.
In Submission: • Research and Education Capacity-building for Anerobic Digestion of Agricultural Wastes. David Kopsell, Agriculture Department and LC Yang, Health Sciences Department. USDA-NIFA Capacity Building Grants for Non-land Grant Colleges of Agriculture Program (NLGCA). $148,766. FY 2020.
Completed Projects: 36. Assessing the Effects of Foliar Titanium Applications on Professional Golf Course Turfgrass. David Kopsell and Caleb Wepprecht, M.S. Graduate Student, Department of Agriculture. Central Illinois Golf Course Superintendents Association. $8,680 FY 2018. 35. ISU Horticulture Club National Collegiate Landscape Competition Travel Grant. Co-PIs Jordan Krueger, Andrew Sterr, and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU RSO-Student Activities and Involvement. $12,814 FY 2019. 34. ISU Horticulture Club National Collegiate Landscape Competition Travel Grant. Co-PIs Jonathan Buettner, Montana Schlesinger, and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU RSO-Student Activities and Involvement. $11,930 FY 2018. 33. ISU Horticulture Club National Collegiate Landscape Competition Travel Grant. Co-PIs Felix Vogle, Katie Becker, and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU RSO-Student Activities and Involvement. $10,189 FY 2017. 32. Determining the Effects of Sulfur Fertility Levels on Edamame Soybean Flavor and Protein Content. David Kopsell and Theoneste Nzaranyimana, M.S. Graduate Student, Department of Agriculture. Illinois Soybean Association Endowment Grant. $9,700. FY 2017. 31. Development of a novel anaerobic digestion system with stable biogas production and no liquid waste generation. Co-PIs Liangcheng Yang, Health Sciences and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU Cross- disciplinary Grant $15,000, FY 2016 30. ISU Horticulture Club National Collegiate Landscape Competition Travel Grant. Co-PIs Felix Vogele and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU RSO-Student Activities and Involvement. $5,768, FY 2016. 29. Audubon Certification Materials for Illinois State University Weibring Golf Club. Johnpaul McGreal and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU Student Sustainability Fund. $4,500, FY 2016. 28. Outdoor Classroom at ISU Horticulture Center. Missy Nergard, Office of Sustainability; faculty sponsors: David Kopsell and Jessica Chambers, Agriculture, and Joe Cleary, Technology. ISU Student Sustainability Fund. $30,000, FY 2015-2016. 27. Development of a Turfgrass Best Nutrient Management Practices Guide for Green Industry Professionals in Illinois. David Kopsell and Tom Voigt, University of Illinois. Submitted to the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC). $32,849.64 FY 2015-2016. 26. Upgrade of the Ropp Greenhouse Lighting System. I initiated and coordinated the effort to upgrade the lighting system in the greenhouse as a result of the shading between the months of November through February created by the Hancock Stadium renovation. $33,082 for FY 2015 25. Economic Feasibility Study for an Anaerobic Digester at the Illinois State University Farm at Lexington. David Kopsell, Agriculture and Tom Bierma, Health Sciences. ISU Student Sustainability Fund. $9,000 for FY 2014 24. Achieving Audubon Sanctuary Certification for the Illinois State University Weibring Golf Club. Wyatt Byrd, Graduate Student in Agriculture, Jacob Kuban, Graduate Student in Agriculture, and David Kopsell, Agriculture. ISU Student Sustainability Fund. $8,000 for FY 2013 23. Illinois Soybean Production Guide. FY 2012. Soybean Checkoff Production Research Technology & Information Transfer Project Plan; United Soybean Board (USB) and Illinois Soybean Association (ISA). (Co-Project Investigator with Rick Whitacre and Shalamar Armstrong, ISU Agriculture Department). $30,000 for FY 2012
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22. Private support for course service-learning projects; 2009-2013. $9,800 for materials & equipment 21. Selenization of watercress to increase its human health properties. Illinois State University College of Applied Science and Technology University Research Grant (URG). $4,985 for FY 2011 20. College of Applied Science & Technology (CAST) Publication Incentive Program (PIP). Ten (10) referred manuscripts published 2008-2013. $2,400 for travel 19. Effect of micronutrient supplementation on annuals in soilless media. FY 2010. Illinois State University College of Applied Science and Technology University Research Grant (URG). $6,500 18. Determining the level of phosphorus that will sustain cool-season turfgrass in response to restrictions on its application to urban soils. FY 2009. Illinois State University Department of Agriculture C-FAR Program. $7,500 17. Culture of Plants for IFMA17 2009 Congress hosted at Illinois State University. Spring 2009. Countryside Marketing Co. Material funds. $500 16. Research and Sponsored Programs Office, Grant Writing Mentorship Program Award for Spring 2009. Illinois State University. Funds for one course buy out. $4,500 15. Research Start-up Funding for 9-month 25% Research Appointment in Department of Agriculture. Illinois State University, Fall 2008. $25,000 14. Comparison of the Effectiveness of Raystar Protex® Deer Repellent on Deer Feeding of Ornamental and Crop Plants to Other Commercially-available Deer Repellents in Southwestern Wisconsin, U.S. Industry research grant submitted to Arkhe Planning Co. Ltd. Fukiu, Japan. October 15, 2006 to April 15, 2007. $4,804 13. Service-Learning Network – Integrating Service-Learning in Wisconsin Colleges of Agriculture, Life Science and Natural Resources. Participant in UWP contribution to grant through development of a service-learning project in AGSCI 3270 Landscape Design. January 2006- May 2008 $5,000 in totally salary support; $2,000 in materials support 12. Recommendations for UGA Vidalia® Onion Research Farm 2006 Variety Trial.(Co-Project Writer and Investigator with David Burrell, President of National Onion Labs, Inc.). Industry research grant submitted to the Georgia Department of Agriculture, the University of Georgia, and the Vidalia® Onion Committee. April 15 to June 1, 2006. $29,100 11. Continuation and Expansion of the Store Bought Survey to Compare Demonstrate-able and Measurable 11. Flavor Differences Between Vidalia® Sweet Onions, Walla Walla Sweet® Onions, and Mayan Sweet® Onions When Compared to Other Onions Being Offered During Similar Time Periods. (Co-Project Writer and Investigator with David Burrell, President of National Onion Labs, Inc.). Industry research grant from Keystone Fruit Marketing, Inc., Greencastle, PA. July 1, 2005 to June 30, 2006. $24,000 10. Rate of Pungency Change During Transport and Storage Between Mayan® Sweet Onions of Similar Pungency Levels Grown in a Low Sulfur and a High Sulfur Environment with Naturally Occurring and/or Grower Implemented Flavor Manipulation Strategies. (Co-Project Writer and Investigator with David Burrell, President of National Onion Labs, Inc.). Industry research grant from Keystone Fruit Marketing, Inc., Greencastle, PA. July 1, 2005 to March 30, 2006. $7,750 9. Rate of Pungency Change During Transport and Storage Among Mayan® Sweet Onions During Transport and Storage. (Co-Project Writer and Investigator with David Burrell, President of National Onion Labs, Inc.). Industry research grant from Keystone Fruit Marketing, Inc., Greencastle, PA. July 1, 2005 to March 30, 2006. $24,375 8. Measuring, Investigating, and Documenting the Comparative Levels of Pungency, Pungency/Lachrymatory Factor, and Thiosulfinate Levels in Mayan® Sweet Onions Stored at Various Temperatures. (Co-Project Writer and Investigator with David Burrell, President of National Onion Labs, Inc.). Industry research grant from Keystone Fruit Marketing, Inc., Greencastle, PA. June 1, 2005 to November 31, 2005. $11,200 7. Assessing the effect of MT350 on size and weight of Vidalia® Onion varieties.(Project Grant Principle Investigator). Industry research grant from Nutrapark, Inc., Middleton, WI. Spring 2005. $10,000 6. Assessing lutein bioavailability from nutritionally-enhanced leafy vegetable crops.USDA-Initiative for Future Agriculture and Food Systems (IFAFS) Nutritional Impact of Fuctional Foods Program Area 12.2. (Project Grant Co-writer with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Plant Biology Department and Dr. Joanne Curran-Celentano, Animal and Nutritional Sciences Department, The University of New Hampshire).
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September 15, 2001 to September 15, 2005. $800,000 5. Using Good Agricultural Practices to Integrate Food Safety Principles into Small Farm Production. (Co- investigator - NH group with Catherine Violette, UNHCE). Funded by: USDA-NH. $38,000 over FY 00-01. 4. Evaluation of Paper Mulch for Production of Vegetable Crops. (Co-investigator with Dr. Brent Loy, UNH Plant Biology.) Funded by: Industry Research Award – International Paper. $2,000 for FY 00-01. 3. Evaluation of Mechanical Venting Device for High Tunnels. (Co-investigator with Dr. Brent Loy, UNH Plant Biology.). Funded by: Industry Research Award – Ken-bar Agricultural Plastics, Inc. $3,000 for FY 00-01. 2. Program Starting Research Funds. Funded by: New England Vegetable & Berry Growers Association. $1,000 for FY 00-01. 2. Mild Onion Vegetable Production in New England. Funded by: USDA – Hatch Research Award H411. $7,500 for FY 00-01.
Grant Submissions Not Selected for Funding: • Scale Up a Low-cost Cartridge Anaerobic Digester. L.C. Yang, Health Sciences, David Kopsell and Maria Boerngen, Agriculture, and Wei Liao, Michigan State University, Farmers: Dave Bishop, PrairiErth Farms; Marty Travis, Spence Farms; Henry Brockman, Henry’s Farm. North Central Region of the Sustainable Agriculture Partnership Grant (NCR-SARE). $39,939. FY 2019-2021 • Incorporating a Cartridge Anaerobic Digester into Organic Farms. L.C. Yang, Health Sciences, David Kopsell and Maria Boerngen, Agriculture, and Wei Liao, Michigan State University. North Central Region of the Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education Pre-Proposal (NCR-SARE). FY 2019-2022 • Comparative Assessment of Hazard Exposure and Health Status of Organic and Conventional Farm Workers. L.C. Yang, David Grieshaber, David Kopsell. Submitted to Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health 2018 Grants Program. $29,922 FY 2019-2021. • A Novel Cartridge Design of an Anaerobic Digestion System for Organic Farms. L.C. Yang, Health Sciences, David Kopsell and Maria Boerngen, Agriculture, and Wei Liao, Michigan State University. North Central Region of the Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (NCR-SARE). $199,347. FY 2019-2022. • A Novel Cartridge Design of an Anaerobic Digestion System for Organic Farms. L.C. Yang, Health Sciences, David Kopsell and Maria Boerngen, Agriculture, and Wei Liao, Michigan State University. North Central Region of the Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (NCR-SARE). $199,921. FY 2018-2021. • Estimating the Potential of Diversified Crop Residues and Wastes on Organic Farms for Biogas Production Using Anaerobic Digestion. David Kopsell, Agriculture, L.C. Yang, Health Sciences. North Central Region of the Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (NCR-SARE). $29,999. FY 2017-18. • Environmental Laboratory Restoration at Illinois State University. 2013. Missy Nergard, ISU Office of Sustainability; Marissa McCord, Associate Director of Development and Government Relations; David Kopsell, Agriculture; Joan Brehm, Sociology; and Angelo Capparella, Biology. Submitted to EPA requesting $389,987 over two years. • Plant Improvement and Cropping Systems Strategies to Support Edamame in the Eastern U.S. 2012. (Project Co-Director with Dr. Carl Sams (PD) and Co-Directors Dr. Vince Pantalone, Dr. Dean Kopsell, Mr. Stan Ernst, Dr. Tim Coolong, Dr. Svetlana Zivanovic, Dr. Richard Moore, Dr. Tim Woods, Dr. Tim Stombaugh, Dr. Dennis Deyton, Dr. Angela Thompson McClure, Dr. Wuyang Hu, Dr. Craig Canaday, and Dr. Jordan Schockley, Dr. David Kopsell, S. Bost and F. Hale. USDA-NIFA FY2012 Specialty Crops Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program. Oct. 1, 2012–September 30, 2017. $4,399,363 ($2,198,514 + 100% non-federal cost match). • Geospatial Knowledge for International Development (GeoKID) in Ghana, Africa. 2012. Collaborator with Jim Jones, Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services; Frank Beck, Stevenson Center for Community and Economic Development, and 9 other ISU faculty along with faculty from each country (Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science and Technology (Ghana), the Medical College of Vladimir (Russia), and the Rafael Landivar University (Guatemala). USAID Pre-proposal seeking $4,602,433 over 5 years. Not chosen for full proposal. • Developing a Commercial Processing Industry for Edamame in the Eastern U.S. 2011. (Project Co- Director with Dr. Carl Sams (PD) and Co-Directors Dr. Vince Pantalone, Dr. Dean Kopsell, Mr. Stan Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 24 Last updated October 1, 2019
Ernst, Dr. Tim Coolong, Dr. Svetlana Zivanovic, Dr. Richard Moore, Dr. Tim Woods, Dr. Tim Stombaugh, Dr. Dennis Deyton, Dr. Angela Thompson McClure, Dr. Wuyang Hu, Dr. Craig Canaday, Dr. Jordan Schockley, and Collaborators Charles Fry, Jack Swallows, David McKinney, Joe Steyer, MaryJo Wanamaker, Dan Charna, David Van Meter, Kim Greenfield, Dr. Bill Morris, and Dr. Marjorie Penfield). USDA-NIFA FY2011 Specialty Crops Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program. Oct. 1, 2011–September 30, 2016. $5,733,785 ($2,866,892 + 100% non-federal cost match). • Irrigating Agronomic and Food Crops under Production Scale with Treated Municipal Wastewater and Separated Effluent from Livestock Manure. 2010. (Project Grant Co-writer with Dr. Paul Walker, Dr. Robert Rhykerd, Dr. Beverly Barnum and Dr. Walton Kelly). USDA-NIFA FY2010 Competitive Grants Program. Jan. 1, 2011-December 31, 2012. $475,922. • Production systems to maximize nutritional values of specialty microgreens. 2010. (Project Grant Co-write with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Dr. Carl Sams, and Dr. Dennis Deyton). Southern Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) FY2011 Program. January 1, 2011- December 31, 2012. Preproposal; $123,120 • Manipulating xanthophylls cycle pigments to increase plant stress tolerance in crop plants. 2010. (Project Grant Co-writer with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Dr. Carl Sams, Dr. Brandon Horvath, and Dr. Gregory Armel, University of Tennessee). USDA-NIFA FY 2010 Competitive Grants Program; Plant Health and Production and Plant Production; Program Area A1101. Letter of Intent submitted April 20, 2010. • Impacts of reduced phosphorus on plant stress tolerance afforded by plant secondary metabolites. USDA-Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Plant Biology Environmental Stress Area; 91412. (Project Grant Co-writer with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Dr. Dennis Deyton, and Dr. Carl Sams, Plant Sciences Department, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN). October 1, 2009 to September 20, 2012. $365,434 • Expanding the Ewing Cultural Center and Genevieve Green Gardens Educational Outreach Programs through Student Engagement. Submitted to: Illinois State University Vice President’s Office for University Advancement. (Project Grant Co-writer with Dr. Robert Rhykerd, Agriculture Department). September 2009-December 2010. $67,044 • Testing Biobased Plastic Mulch Products. Submitted to: Ron Hagemann, chief technology officer for New Composite Partners (NCP). (Project Grant Co-writer with Drs. Aslihan Spaulding and Robert Rhykerd, Agriculture Department). September 2009-December 2010. $51,240 • Using a Sustainable Aquaponics System for the Production of Leafy Green Vegetables with Increased Phytonutrient Content. Submitted to: Illinois Department of Agriculture in Fall 2008. $24,525 • Testing the Effectiveness of KINTARO Plant Amendment Product on the Growth of Vegetable Crops Using Hydroponic Culture. Submitted to: Taiga Co. Ltd. Fukiu, Japan in Spring 2008. $11,309 • Testing the Effectiveness of Farm Guard Rodent Repellent in Landscapes and Gardens in Southwestern Wisconsin, U.S. Submitted to: Arkhe Planning Co. Ltd. Fukiu, Japan. $5,054 • The Biological Control of Thrips with Ice-Nucleating Bacteria. (Project Grant PI, Co-written with Dr. Ron Gitaitis, Department of Pathology, University of Georgia). Submitted to: USDA-CSREES SBIR Competitive Grants Program (FY) 2004. $80,000. • Effect of Storage Condition and Duration on the Carotenoid Content of Green Leafy Vegetable Crops. (Project Grant PI, Co-written with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Plant Biology Department and Dr. Joanne Curran-Celentano, Animal and Nutritional Sciences Department, The University of New Hampshire). Submitted to: USDA-CSREES NRI Competitive Grants Program (FY) 2003 $400,000 • Formation of Carotenoid Epoxides and Isomers in Brassica oleracea L. and their Importance in Explaining Antioxidant Function in Human Health. (Project co-writer with Dr. Dean Kopsell, Plant Biology Department, The University of New Hampshire). Submitted to: Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation Application for Beckman Young Investigator Award, Fall 2002 $280,000
Professional Development Activities:
• 2018 Illinois Green Industry Association’s InVigorateU Conference, Normal, IL Jan. 15, 2018. • 2017 MOSES Organic Field Day. Midwest Organic Sustainable and Education Service. PrairiErth Farms, Atlanta, IL. September 8, 2017. • 2017 iLandscape; The Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show. Illinois Landscape Contractors Curriculum vitae for David E. Kopsell, Ph.D. Page 25 Last updated October 1, 2019
Association. Schaumburg, IL, February 3, 2017. • 2017 InVirogateU Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Normal, IL January 16, 2017. • 2016 InVirogateU Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Normal, IL January 18, 2016. • 2015 iLandscape; The Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show. Illinois Landscape Contractors Association. Schaumburg, IL, February 25, 2015. • 2014 iLandscape; The Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show. Illinois Landscape Contractors Association. Schaumburg, IL, February 7, 2014. • 2013 Mid-Am Horticulture Trade Show Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Chicago, IL, January 17, 2013. • 2012 Mid-Am Horticulture Trade Show Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Chicago, IL, January 19, 2012. • 2011 Mid-Am Horticulture Trade Show Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Chicago, IL, January 21, 2011. • 3rd Annual FS Growmark Turf Tech Update Turfgrass Field Day. Illinois State University Horticulture Center, August 11, 2010. • 2010 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, Palm Desert, CA. August 1-5, 2010. • CITI (Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative) certification for Social/Behavioral Research Basic Course and IRB Member Basic Course, July 14, 2010. • 2010 Mid-Am Horticulture Trade Show Conference. Illinois Green Industry Association. Chicago, IL, January 22, 2010. • 2nd Annual FS Gromark Turf Tech Update Turfgrass Field Day. Illinois State University Horticulture Center, August 5, 2009. • 2009 American Society for Horticulture Science Conference, St. Louis, MO. July 25-28. • ProHort Educational Conference, Illinois Green Industry Association, Peoria, IL, February 24, 2009. • 9th Annual University-wide Teaching and Learning Symposium. Teaching & Learning in a Diverse Community of Scholars. Illinois State University. Jan. 7, 2009. • Pre and Post Award Grant Process Training for PI/s, Fiscal Agents, and Support Staff. Illinois State University. Nov. 10, 2008. • 1st Annual FS Gromark Turf Tech Update Turfgrass Field Day. Illinois State University Horticulture Center, August 14, 2008. • Results of Advising Survey, UW-Platteville College of Business, Industry, Life Science and Agriculture. Platteville, WI. March 7, 2008. • Best Practices in International Education Conference. Green Lake, WI. October 14-16, 2007. • Faculty College 2007. UW-Richland Center. May 29-June 1. • Improving Classroom Performance Seminar by Dr. George Smith. UW-Platteville, January 16, 2007.
Cooperative Extension In-service Training Participation:
• UNHCE Extension Program Evaluation Training Series. Fall, 2000. • Johnny’s Selected Seeds Extension Personnel Training Tour. Albion, ME. Aug. 3, 2000. • UNHCE Biotechnology/Genetically Modified Organisms In-service Training. Aug. 1, 2000. • NH Agricultural Direct Marketing In-service. Laconia, NH. July 18, 2000. • The Future of UNH Cooperative Extension: Social Marketing In-service Training. Boscawen, NH. April 13, 2000. • USDA Grant Training Workshop Webcast for AREERA Sections 401 (IFAFS) and 406. April 10, 2000. • Vegetable Marketing In-service Training. Boscawen, NH. March 31, 2000. • Connecticut River Watershed Action Team Training Series - Nutrient Management for New Hampshire Soils. Grafton County, North Haverhill, NH. 1999-2000.
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Professional Service:
Committee Service:
Departmental Level: Agriculture
• Executive Secretary, Agriculture Department Alumni Board, Illinois State University, 2018- • Chair, Assistant/Associate Professor of Crop Sciences Search Committee, 2017-18 • Assistant/Associate Professor of Ag Education & Communications Search Committee, 2016-17 • Co-Coordinator for the B.S. in Agriculture Program Assessment Report, 2015 • Assistant/Associate Professor of Agronomy/Soil Science Search Committee, 2015-16 • Coordinator for the B.S. in Agriculture Program Assessment document revision, 2013 • Chair, Assistant/Associate Professor of Animal Science Search Committee, 2013 • Curriculum Committee, 2013-; Chair 2013- • Coordinator for the 2004-2011 Program Review Self-study for the B.S. in Agriculture, 2012 • Departmental Faculty Status Committee (DFSC), 2012-2014 • Awards Committee; Chair 2017-, 2012- • Assistant/Associate Professor of Soil Science Faculty Search Committee, 2010-11 • Research Committee, 2008- • Recruitment Committee, 2008- • Internal Review Board (IRB) Representative, 2008-13 • Recording Secretary, 2008-09
Prior to employment at ISU: UW-Platteville School of Agriculture • School Review Board (SRB), 2007-08 • Student Exchange Coordinator for the University of Life Sciences (UMB), Aas, Norway, 2007-08 • Soils, Crops, and Ornamental Horticulture Program Steering Committee, 2006-08 • Crop Science Position Search Committee, 2007 • FFA Judging Contest, Agronomy Section Leader, 2006-08 • World Dairy Expo, Forages Cup Organizing Committee, 2006-08
College Level: College of Applied Science and Technology
3. CAST Representative; 2020 Carnegie Foundation Community Engagement Classification Application for Illinois State University 2. CAST College Council, 2009-2012; and 2013-2016 (two terms). • Chair of the Council, 2014-2015 • Chair of the Council, 2011-2012 • Elections Committee; Member 2009-12, Elections Committee Chair 2009-2010 • Awards & Recognition Committee, Member 2009-2012; Chair 2010-2012, 2015-2016 • Strategic Planning Committee, Member 2010-2011; 2013-2016 1. CAST Research Committee, 2013-2016
Prior to employment at ISU at UW-Platteville: • Curriculum Committee; 2007-08, College of Business, Industry, Life Science & Agriculture
University Level: Illinois State University
7. Athletics Council, 2018-2021 • Chair of the Governance and Commitment to Rules Compliance Subcommittee. 2018-2020 6. AFEGC Ad-hoc Procedure & Policy Revision Committee, 2017 5. Tree Campus USA Advisory Board, 2016- 4. Athletics Council, 2015-2018
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3. Panel of Ten, 2015-2016 • Chair of the Dean of the Mennonite College of Nursing Position Search 2015-16 2. Academic Freedom, Ethics, and Grievance Committee (AFEGC), 2012-2015 1. University Curriculum Committee (UCC), 2009-2012
Professional Activities:
Professional Memberships:
• National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Member Institution Club Adviser, 2008- • Illinois Green Industry Association, 2008- • North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA), 2006- • Pi Alpha Xi, 2006- • American Society for Horticultural Science, 1993- • American Society for Plasticulture, 2000-2004 • New Hampshire Giant Pumpkin Growers Association, 2000-2004 • National Association of County Agricultural Agents, 1999-2001 • New Hampshire Vegetable & Berry Growers Association, 1999-2001 • New England Vegetable & Berry Growers Association, 1999-2001 • American Society for Horticultural Science - Northeast Region, 1999-2004 • American Society for Horticultural Science - Southern Region, 1993-1999 • American Society of Agronomy - Student Activities Subdivision, 1991-1993 • Illinois Nurserymen's Association Student Member, 1991-1993
Cooperative Extension Working Group Memberships: 1999-2001
• New England Vegetable Management Guide Editorial Committee • UNH Cooperative Extension Farmers’ Market Critique Team • UNHCE Agricultural Resources Webpage Committee Chairman • New Hampshire State Marketing Advisory Team • New Hampshire Farm First – Food Safety Model Program Committee • New Hampshire Phosphorous Working Group • New England Vegetable & Berry Conference Steering Committee
Educational/Scholarship Society Memberships:
• Pi Alpha Xi, Inducted 2006 • Phi Kappa Phi, Inducted 1995 • Gamma Sigma Delta, Inducted 1995 • Golden Key National Honor Society, Inducted 1993 • Alpha Zeta, Inducted 1992 • Alpha Chi, Inducted 1992 • Illinois State University Honors Department, 1991-1993 • Phi Theta Kappa, Inducted 1990
Other Past Memberships:
• Soil Judging Team, Illinois State University, 1991-1993 • Agriculture Club, Illinois State University, 1991-1993; Agronomy Chair • Alpha Zeta Club, Illinois State University, 1992-1993 • Phi Theta Kappa Club, McHenry County College, 1990-1991 • McHenry County College Men's Basketball Team, 1989-1990
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Professional Society Committee Service:
• American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) Media Communications Committee; 2017- • ASHS College Activities Committee; 2009-2013; 2016-present • ASHS Outstanding Undergraduate Educator Award Committee; 2009-2012 • ASHS Cross Commodity Publication Award Screening Committee; 2007-2010 • ASHS Conference Undergraduate Mentor Program; 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013 • ASHS Conference Graduate Student Poster Competition Judge; 2009, 2012, 2013 • ASHS Conference Graduate Student Scholars Ignite Competition Judge; 2016 • ASHS Conference Undergraduate Oral Competition Judge; 2013, 2016 • ASHS Conference Undergraduate Poster Competition Judge; 2016 • ASHS Working Group Memberships: Teaching Methods (TCHG); 2009- Chair, 2012-2013; Chair-elect, 2011-2012; Secretary, 2010-2011 Produce Quality, Safety and Health Properties (QUAL); 2009- Plant Nutrient Management (PNM); 2009- Undergraduate Students; Faculty Advisor for 2010-11
Professional Editorial Boards:
• Associate Editor for Natural Sciences Education (formerly Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education), American Society of Agronomy–Madison, WI. 2010-15. • Editorial Board Member of the journal Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis. Taylor & Francis Press, Abingdon - Oxfordshire, UK. 2007- • Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Plant Nutrition, Taylor & Francis Press, Abingdon - Oxfordshire, UK. 2006-
Service Leadership Positions:
• American Society for Horticultural Science Education Division Vice-president of the Executive Board, 2018-2021 • Teaching Methods Working Group, 2009-13; Chair, 2012-13; Vice-chair, 2011-12; Secretary, 2010-11 • Faculty Mentor for the Undergraduate Student Working Group, 2012-2013
Professional Editorial Activities: for the following journals and organizations (approximate number of items edited): • Agriculture (2) • American Society for Horticultural Science (2) • Critical Reviews in Plant Science (1) • Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis (18) • HortScience (18) • HortTechnology (11) • Journal of Food Quality (1) • Journal of Forestry Research (1) • Journal of Natural Resource & Life Sciences Education (4) • Journal of Plant Nutrition (27) • Journal of Vegetable Crop Production (1) • Natural Resource, Agriculture, and Engineering Service (1) • Natural Sciences Education (8) • Prentice Hall Publishers (1)
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• Scientia Horticulturae (1) • Sustainability (1) • Transactions of the Illinois State Academy of Science (2) • University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension (1) • University of Georgia Cooperative Extension (1) • University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension (1) • University of Wisconsin Consortium for Extension and Research in Agriculture and Natural Resources (1) • Mitacs Accelerate (Canada) (1)
Consultation, Outreach, & Volunteer Activities:
• Executive Secretary, Agriculture Department Alumni Board, Illinois State University, 2018- • Illinois Green Industry Association’s Horticulture Occupational & Professional Experience (H.O.P.E.) Committee to develop internship opportunities for our Horticulture & Landscape Management students. 2018- • Director of Agricultural Research & Development for Columbia Care, LLC and sit on the Advisory Board of Curative Health, LLC. 2015- • Landscape Recommendations, Normal Community High School, Normal, IL. Fall 2011-Fall 2014. • Turfgrass and Landscape Plant Recommendations, 1st Presbyterian Church, Normal, IL. Fall 2011-Fall 2014. • Soil Assessment of Swinger Grille/All Seasons Golf Learning Center, Midwest Electronics. Normal, IL. Fall 2011 • Normal Cornbelter Stadium, issues with turf and landscape plantings and internship student support. Normal, IL. Spring/Summer 2011 • Gaoh Energy, LLC, Chicago, IL on raising greenhouse vegetables, October, 2010 • Penn Landscaping on turfgrass problem in Bloomington, IL. Fall 2010 • Westminster Village on landscaping issues. Bloomington, IL. Summer 2010 • Brandywine Condominium Complex on landscape and turfgrass issues. Bloomington, IL. Spring 2010 • McLean County Aquaponics on aquaponic vegetable production. McLean County, IL. Fall 2008 • Ted Bay, UW-Extension with four Amish vegetable growers, Grant County, WI. July 19, 2007 • Tim Slack and Amish growers regarding Fennimore Produce Auction Barn with Ted Bay, UW- Extension, Grant County, WI. August 31, 2007 • Platteville Farmer’s Market and CSA coordinators Robin Timm and Bill McBeth, Grant County, WI. March 13, 2007 • Scott Skelly (UWP student) and Skelly Farm Stand regarding tomato transplant problem. March, 2007 • Region III Collegiate Soils Contest Volunteer, Platteville, WI. October 7, 2006 • Marsden Park, Fennimore on landscape and turf problems. Fennimore, WI. June 1, 2006 • Stress of Novice Professor in the Areas of Teaching, Research, and Service in Midwestern Universities. Brenda McKinney, Ph.D. candidate in Psychology, Aurora University. Program research participant, May 4, 2006
Other Organizational Experience:
• Competition Judging Committee. New England Junior Science & Humanities Symposium. University of New Hampshire. March 13-14, 2003 • Field work and data collection. Onion cultivar field trial for Hazera Seed Company, Mivhor M.P. Lachish Darom, Israel. Reidsville, GA. 1995 and 1996 • Organizing Committee Chairman. 1993 North Central Regional Meeting of the Student Activity Subdivision of the American Society of Agronomy Hosted at Illinois State University, March 26-28, 1993
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