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Dennis K. Thurston Data-verified

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Researcher

Last publication 2017 Last refreshed 2026-05-23

faculty

3 h-index 13 pubs 110 cited

Biography and Research Information

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Dennis K. Thurston's research focuses on soil remediation using biochar and industrial hemp, particularly for heavy-metal-contaminated sites. His recent work investigates the effectiveness of these materials in remediating soil from the Tar Creek Superfund Site, examining the uptake and translocation of cadmium, lead, and zinc in plants. Thurston has published 13 papers, which have been cited 104 times, and holds an h-index of 3. He collaborates with researchers from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, including Kristofor R. Brye, David M. Miller, and Michael D. Richardson. His work contributes to understanding sustainable practices for environmental cleanup and plant physiology in contaminated environments.

Metrics

  • h-index: 3
  • Publications: 13
  • Citations: 110

Selected Publications

  • Use of Biochar and Industrial Hemp for Remediation of Heavy-Metal-Contaminated Soil: Root Uptake and Translocations for Cd, Pb, and Zn (2025)
    3 citations DOI OpenAlex
  • Evaluation of Industrial Hemp Cultivar and Biochar Rate to Remediate Heavy-Metal-Contaminated Soil from the Tar Creek Superfund Site, USA (2024)
    3 citations DOI OpenAlex

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