A Digital Twin Approach for #Soil Moisture Measurement with Physically Based Rendering Simulations and #MachineLearning
https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics14020395 via MDPI Agriculture
#PlantScience #soilscience
A Digital Twin Approach for #Soil Moisture Measurement with Physically Based Rendering Simulations and #MachineLearning
https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics14020395 via MDPI Agriculture
#PlantScience #soilscience
Dartmouth College: Dartmouth Team Launches Public Database on Soil Fungi. “In a new study published in Scientific Data, Dartmouth researchers present a comprehensive database that catalogues the spore traits of 344 mycorrhizal fungi species. By consolidating existing but neglected knowledge of mycorrhizal traits, the database will help scientists study how fungi—and the plants they […]
Fertilisers and warmer soils are spiking invisible emissions that could destabilise global air quality and food systems. #ClimateCrisis #OzoneAlert #SoilScience
We’re in the midst of an inspiring second day at the ROOT-BENEFIT Symposium, hosted by ZALF in Müncheberg!
This EU-funded COST Action research network connects international researchers in the field of root and soil systems.
https://www.root-benefit.eu/root-benefit-symposium-and-2nd-annual-meeting-of-root-benefit/
Join us & dive into research on soil and plant processes!
ZALF & Uni Bonn are hiring a W2 #Professor in matter & energy dynamics of agricultural landscapes. Apply by June 25, 2025 More info: https://t1p.de/prof_matter_energy
Eeeeeeee!! My bokashi bins and Lactic Acid Bacteria inoculated medium have arrived!!
Can't wait to get home to set them up, explain the process to my wife and throw away* the manky food waste bin we put out for refuse collection every week. This time of year it was always a haven for flies and maggots and (I've been reliably informed) stank something rotten!!
#composting #SoilScience #ecology
*repurpose .. it's plastic so won't throw it out per se until such times it's useless and even ill dispose of it in an environmentally friendly manner.
Pedology (Pedology )
Pedology is a discipline within soil science which focuses on understanding and characterizing soil formation, evolution, and the theoretical frameworks for modeling soil bodies, often in the context of the natural environment. Pedology is often seen as one of two main branches of soil inquiry, the other being edaphology which is traditionally more agronomically oriented and focuses on ho...
If you're at #EGU25 next week and are curious about the new CZ-NoN project to explore how to integrate global Critical Zone science, please stop by my poster on Tuesday! #criticalzone #ecology #hydrology #soilscience #geology #earthscience
Even invisible plastic has a path—new research reveals how soil and pH shape the secret journey of nanoplastics. #PlasticPollution #SoilScience #EnvironmentalResearch
https://geekoo.news/tiny-plastics-big-problems-how-soil-and-ph-shape-pollution/
No-tillage farming shown to enhance soil carbon in sandy agroecosystems
Hi all. We're excited to share we've published a new, free, open source soil science application: #LandPKS Soil ID!
Soil ID makes it simple to identify the soil beneath your feet. Gather observations about the soil and compare your data to possible soils from local soil maps.
We're launching in the U.S. to start with, with soils outside the U.S. coming soon thereafter.
Learn more: https://landpks.terraso.org/take-to-the-field-with-landpks-soil-id/
New publication: Harnessing the synergy of Urochloa brizantha and #Amazonian Dark Earth #microbiomes for enhanced #pasture recovery. #ecologicalrestoration #biodiversity #sustainability #microbialecology #soilscience
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12866-024-03741-3
It's a 30 minute watch - but worth it.
Roots - How to save the Earth
https://www.arte.tv/en/videos/107211-001-A/roots/
Please consider watching the whole series.
I spend a lot of time doing science communication on how interesting and important soil organisms are, often focusing on the more fascinating-looking creatures like springtails and mites...
...BUT, did you know that earthworms were my gateway soil animal? In fact, I did my PhD on earthworm ecology, and how they can improve damaged soil for growing trees!
If you need a little help going to sleep tonight, you can always read my thesis here: https://clok.uclan.ac.uk/16560/
#SoilBiodiversity #SoilEcology #SoilFauna #Earthworm #SoilScience #Macrophotography
I’ve been gaining some new followers recently, so it’s time for a reintroduction!
I’m a scientist and macrophotographer, fascinated by all the amazing creatures that live in the soil! I use my photography and media appearances to do science communication on soil biodiversity, to spread awareness and love for the world beneath our feet. Oh, and I’ve got a major book deal to write a popular science book on this subject, which I’m extremely excited about!
Follow my page for interesting soil animal facts, macrophotography and updates!
Nice study. And with prsctical relevance.
We really need #intercropping and multispecies cover-cropping get on the ground!
(And acknowledge that there are many wonderful examples of indigenous people managing their orchards way more advanced than anyone practicing #PrecisionAgriculture )