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Doug Gross is a Professor Emeritus at North Carolina State University (NCSU) and a key figure in the development and promotion of the Integrated Aqua-Vegetable System (IAVS).
Gross has been involved in the development of the IAVS system since its inception and has played a significant role in promoting the system and educating others about its benefits. Gross has been involved in sustainable agriculture for over 40 years and has worked on a variety of projects related to aquaculture, hydroponics, and sustainable food production. He has published numerous articles and papers on these topics and has been a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops.
Gross's involvement with the IAVS system began in the 1980s when he worked with Dr. Mark McMurtry to develop the system. Gross was instrumental in promoting the system and educating others about its benefits. He has worked with organizations around the world to implement the IAVS system and has helped to train farmers and other individuals in the use of the system.
Gross has also been involved in research related to the IAVS system. He has conducted studies on the effectiveness of the system and has worked to refine the system to make it more efficient and effective.
His research has focused on a variety of topics, including water management, crop selection, and system design. In addition to his work with the IAVS system, Gross has been involved in a variety of other sustainable agriculture projects. He has worked on projects related to aquaponics, vermiculture, and composting, among others. He has also been involved in the development of sustainable food systems in underdeveloped regions around the world.