INTRODUCTION TO DAYCENT TRAINING

Learn the history, science, and mechanics of the DayCent® model from its developers and experts.

Set up and run the DayCent® model with one-on-one instruction.

Registration priority will be given to Ecosystem Modeling and Data Consortium members and the total number of seats is limited.

June 2-6, 2025

In-person Only | Fort Collins, CO

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Dr. Bill Parton

Model Developer
Senior Research Scientist, Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory

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Dr. Melannie Hartman

Model Developer
Senior Research Associate

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Dr. Yi Yang

Research Scientist
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory

Meet the Experts

Dr. Ames Fowler

Ecosystem Modeler, Soil Carbon Solutions Center 

Ames is an ecosystem modeler with experience in processing-based modeling from the field to national scale with a diversity of hydrology, crop yield, and bio-geochemical soil system models. Ames is dedicated to enhancing access, development, technical support, and user training for CSU's state-of-the-art soil system models through the SCSC consortium. Leveraging these advanced tools, we can drive soil-based climate solutions grounded in leading-edge science. Ames’ affinity for the outdoors and agroecosystems fuels his passion for this work.

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Dr. Ligia Souza

Modeler + Data Scientist
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

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Dr. Ellie Ellis

Researcher
Soil and Crop Sciences

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Dr. Stephen Del Grosso

Model Developer
USDA-ARS + Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory

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Dr. Corinne Walsh

Data Scientist
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

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Margaret Morgan

Research Associate
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

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Dr. Keith Paustian

Distinguished Professor + Research Scientist
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory + Soil and Crop Sciences

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Dr. Nell Campbell

Simple Carbon, LLC 

Previous Lecturers

Dr. Olaf David

Research Scientist
Department of Civil + Environmental Engineering, Department of Computer Science

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Jack Carlson

Senior Research Associate
Department of Civil + Environmental Engineering

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Dr. Ram Gurung

Research Scientist
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This will be a technical training, designed for the beginner/intermediate to ecosystem modeling and R. We will do our best to make the material accessible, however some experience in R is required.

  • No, This time we are only offering this training in person in Fort Collins, CO.

  • For this SCSC DayCent training, we are prioritizing commercial and nonprofit/research consortium members for our limited number of seats. We are happy to take names for the waitlist and will offer additional trainings in the near future.

  • You will need to have your own laptop with a Windows or Linux operating system. Daycent does not have a version available for Apple at the moment. We will have laptops available to rent if you need one.

  • The Introduction to Daycent Training tuition provides you with in-person instruction in a small group setting. This includes staff time (including follow-up project assistance), training materials, coffee, tea and light refreshments. Lodging and travel are not included.

  • We anticipate running the training again within the next calendar year.

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This training is now at capacity.

Questions? Get in touch

Email ames.fowler@colostate.edu with questions or fill out the form below: