Sören Weber
About Sören Weber
Sören Weber is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in plant sciences and root growth dynamics in response to climate change. He holds a PhD from the University of Zurich and has contributed to the SPRUCE experiment in northern Minnesota.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Sören Weber currently serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2022. His research focuses on the dynamics of root growth in response to climate change, particularly in boreal peatlands. Weber is involved in the SPRUCE experiment, which examines ecosystem-level climate manipulation in northern Minnesota.
Education and Expertise
Sören Weber has an extensive educational background in Plant Sciences. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Zurich, where he studied from 2018 to 2022. Prior to this, he obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Plant Sciences from the University of California, Riverside, from 2014 to 2017. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from the University of Central Florida, completed in 2014.
Research Focus and Projects
Weber's research primarily investigates root growth dynamics of various plant functional groups in peat bogs, including Sphagnum species, black spruce, larch trees, Ericaceae shrubs, and sedges. He utilizes minirhizotrons to develop a comprehensive photographic catalog of roots, which aids in understanding how these plants respond to climate change. His work also explores how root depth distribution may shift with rising temperatures and increased atmospheric CO2 levels.
Previous Experience at University of Zurich
Before his current role, Sören Weber worked as a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Zurich from 2018 to 2022. During this time, he focused on various aspects of Plant Sciences, contributing to his expertise in root dynamics and climate response research.