Ben W. Thomas

Ben W. Thomas has a diverse background in research and academic roles. Ben W. began their career in 2008 as a Research Assistant at the University of Prince Edward Island, where they worked in the Department of Philosophy. Ben W. then went on to complete their doctoral studies at McGill University from 2012 to 2015, focusing on soil ecology research. During this time, they also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, teaching a course on assessing environmental impact.

Following their doctoral studies, Ben worked as a Visiting Scholar at Trent University from 2014 to 2015, further expanding their expertise in the field. Ben W. then joined Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in 2015 as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist, specializing in soil science and nutrient management. In 2017, they transitioned to the role of Research Scientist, focusing on agroecology.

In addition to their research positions, Ben has also been involved in scientific publishing. Starting in 2017, they became an Associate Editor for the Canadian Journal of Plant Science, and later took on the role of Agronomy Section Editor in 2019. In 2018, they also became an Associate Editor for the Canadian Journal of Soil Science.

Overall, with their extensive experience in soil science, agroecology, and scientific publishing, Ben W. Thomas has established himself as a knowledgeable and skilled professional in the field.

Ben W. Thomas has a strong educational background in the field of Renewable Resources, with a Doctor of Philosophy degree from McGill University, which they completed from 2012 to 2015. Their focus of study during this time was Soil Science, which they completed in 2016.

Prior to their doctoral studies, Ben obtained a Master of Resource and Environmental Management degree from Dalhousie University, which they completed in 2011. Their field of study during this period was Agronomy.

Ben's undergraduate education was in biology, where they earned a First Class Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Prince Edward Island in 2009.

Before entering university, they completed an Environmental Science program at the University of King's College from 2004 to 2006.

In terms of technical skills, Ben also holds a Carpentry degree from Nova Scotia Community College, which they completed in 2003.