Julia Kuzovkina

Interim Department Head
Professor of Horticulture

Professional Credentials

• PhD, Horticulture, 2003, Ohio State University
• MS, Botany, 1990, Moscow State University
• BS, Botany, 1988, Moscow State University

Research Interests

The genus Salix has been the focus of my research since the beginning of my career more than 20 years ago. Willows are a major group of woody plants cultivated around the world, play important roles in many ecosystems, and serve as model organisms for basic research as well as a wide range of environmental applications. My research involves willow taxonomy and the exploration of willow’s potential for environmental applications and ecological engineering.

Courses Taught

• Urban Plant Systems: Construction and Maintenance
• Herbaceous Ornamental Plants
• Indoor Plants and Interiorscaping

Notable Achievements

• Chair of the Working party on Taxonomy, Nomenclature and Registration, International Poplar Commission, FAO, UN.
• International Cultivar Registration Authority for Populus and Salix, International Society for Horticultural Sciences