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Faculty
R. H. Richardson
Professor, Ph.D.

Email: d.richardson@mail.utexas.edu
Website
Main Office: BIO 114A
Phone: (512) 471-4128

Alternate Office: BIO 114A
Alt. Phone: (512) 471-4128

Mailing Address
The University of Texas at Austin
Section of Integrative Biology
1 University Station / 205 W. 24th Street
Austin ,Texas 78712
R. H. Richardson

Research Summary

see section bio for more info Our research focus is soil ecology, particularly the "mesofauna" between worms and fungi scales. An important restoration "tool" of grasslands/prairies are livestock that simulate the role of bison herds for keeping microniches for seedling development and light optimized on leaf areas. Dung beetles are important for water infiltration and recycling nutrients. We focus on many ecosystems, from tropical to xeric, from Central America to Canada. Both privately owned land and public land are important practical uses for integrating conservation and restoration management with economic and social benefits.