Richard B. Corey
Richard B. Corey | |
|---|---|
| Born | Richard Boardman Corey December 25, 1927 |
| Died | February 24, 2025 (aged 97) |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Soil science |
| Workplaces | University of Wisconsin–Madison |
Richard Boardman Corey (December 25, 1927 – February 24, 2025) was an American soil scientist who was a professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.[1]
Background
Corey was born in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. He studied at the University of Wisconsin, where he joined Alpha Zeta, a professional fraternity for agriculture and natural resources. Corey later earned master's and doctoral degrees in soils.[2][3][4] In 1954, Corey joined the University of Wisconsin faculty as a soils specialist.[5]
His work focused on soil chemistry and soil testing, including guidance on sampling and laboratory analysis.[6][7][8][9] Corey also conducted research on soil nutrient testing, including work on copper and zinc availability in soils.[10]
In 1967, Corey participated in a University of Wisconsin program in Nigeria, where he taught and conducted research in soil fertility and soil chemistry.[11]
Legacy
Richard B. Corey received the University of Wisconsin College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Excellence in Teaching Award in 1979.[12][13]
He died on February 24, 2025.[14]
Bibliography
As per OCLC WorldCat.
Monographs
- Silicate Analysis by a Rapid Micro Spectrochemical System (1951)
- Allocation of Elemental Constituents to Mineral Species in Polycomponent Colloids of Soil (1952)
- Excessive Water Fertilization (1967)
- Agricultural Programs and Volunteer Training, Peace Corps/Nicaragua (1975)
- The MUCI-AID–Indonesian Higher Agricultural Education Project (1972)
Articles
- “Soil Tests for Available Copper and Zinc in Soils of Western Nigeria” (1973)
- “Ionic Activities of Trace Metals in Sludge-Amended Soils” (1983)
- “Chemical Concepts in Pollutant Behavior” (1979)
- “Future Developments in Soil Chemistry" (2015)
- “Physical–Chemical Aspects of Nutrient Availability” (2018)
References
- ↑ "Emeritus Faculty – Soil and Environmental Sciences". soilenvsci.wisc.edu. Retrieved 2024-09-06.
- ↑ "Campus Notes". The Daily Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. April 11, 1949. p. 9.
- ↑ "Local Man Is Awarded M.D. Degree at U.W. Exercises". The Daily Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. June 15, 1951. p. 8.
- ↑ "Four From Area Receive Degrees". The Daily Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. March 3, 1953. p. 11.
- ↑ "140 U.W. Staff Members Are Given New Duties". The Capital Times. Madison, Wisconsin. September 4, 1954. p. 3.
- ↑ "Soil Testing Is Necessary". The Stoughton Hub. Stoughton, Wisconsin. December 8, 1959. p. 6.
- ↑ "Soil Sampling, Testing Are Not Jobs for Amateurs". The Waupun Leader-News. Waupun, Wisconsin. December 10, 1959. p. 13.
- ↑ "Soil Tests Have Proven Worth, Expert Says". Stevens Point Journal. Stevens Point, Wisconsin. April 20, 1962. p. 7.
- ↑ "Big Upswing Is Noted in Soil Testing". The Sheboygan Press. Sheboygan, Wisconsin. April 20, 1962. p. 12.
- ↑ "New Soil Test Is the Goal". The Daily Citizen. Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. December 8, 1982. p. 31.
- ↑ "Richard Corey Joins Nigeria University Staff". The Daily Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. September 28, 1967. p. 16.
- ↑ "Rapids Native Gets Award". The Daily Tribune. Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. May 15, 1979. p. 2.
- ↑ "Two Are Honored". The Capital Times. Madison, Wisconsin. May 29, 1979. p. 3.
- ↑ Garvin, Julie (July 2025). "In Memoriam" (PDF). Profiles: The Newsletter of UW's Department of Soil and Environmental Sciences. 16 (2): 3.