INTRODUCTION TO MEMS TRAINING

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

Set up and run the MEMS 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 to 15.

November 3-7, 2025

Colorado State University Campus, Fort Collins, CO

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.

Dr. Francesca Cotrufo

Model Developer + Professor
Senior Research Associate

Dr. Yao Zhang

Research Scientist
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory

Dr. Rafael S. Santos

Research Scientist
Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory

Dr. Ligia Souza

Modeler + Data Scientist
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

Emma Hamilton

Modeler
Soil Lab

Dr. Corinne Walsh

Data Scientist
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

Margaret Morgan

Research Associate
Soil Carbon Solutions Center

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.

  • We are working to make this available for remote participation in the future. We currently cannot guarantee remote participation availability for this training.

  • For this SCSC MEMS 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.

  • The Introduction to MEMS Training tuition provides you with in-person instruction in a small group setting. This includes staff time, training materials, coffee, tea and light refreshments. Lodging and travel are not included.

  • This will be the first MEMS training, however we have had several successful DayCent model trainings inn a similar format and we anticipate running the training again within the next calendar year. Please stay tuned for more information.

Questions? Get in touch

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