Nargest Hematimatin
Postdoctoral Associate, University of Minnesota
Advancing biochar science for a greener, more resilient future.
Narges is a soil scientist with a PhD in Soil Chemistry and Fertility, specializing in biochar, phosphorus, heavy metals, and plant production across fields, greenhouse, and laboratory studies. She has extensive experience in biochar application in agriculture, biochar characterization, and its urban uses. Her work in Slovakia and Sweden has provided her with international expertise in biochar research and application. Currently a postdoctoral associate at the University of Minnesota, her research focuses on the urban benefits of biochar, including stormwater management, green infrastructure, tree planting management, and its integration into road and building materials, utilizing biochar to enhance soil properties.