Congratulations are in order for Dr. Mattson!
The Department of Horticultural Science is pleased to announce Dr. Neil Mattson, Professor in the Horticulture Section of the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University, as the recipient of the 2026 Department of Horticultural Science Alumni Award! Dr. Neil Mattson has made outstanding contributions to greenhouse efficiency and performance, especially in energy reduction through lighting.
Mattson’s research is focused on optimizing performance and resource use efficiency while increasing the profitability of vegetables, small fruits, and floriculture crops in protected environments. Specific research interests include strategies to reduce energy use in lighting through LED adoption and intelligent light controls, sustainable fertilization practices, and development of new CEA crops.
Mattson has authored/co-authored 82 journal articles, 31 refereed book chapters and conference proceedings, and has presented 38 invited academic seminars. Mattson maintains direct relationships with CEA producers and allied trade across the U.S. Translating research into industry accessible bulletins and presentations is an important programmatic strength.
Join us in congratulating Neil on this distinguished award!
