As we move closer to supporting a sustainable human presence on the moon, researchers are investigating how its soils can ...

Soil carbon usually refers only to the organic matter component of soils, known as soil organic carbon (SOC). However, soil carbon also has an inorganic component, known as soil inorganic carbon (SIC) ...

Scientists have discovered, for the first time how root cells respond to their complex soil environment revealing that roots actively sense their microenvironment and mount precise, cell-specific ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. A recent study shows that Amazonian Dark Earths (ADEs), through their high nutrient and microbiological contents, could help to restore deforested ...

Dive into the fascinating world beneath your feet! UW’s soil science minor is the perfect program for anyone looking to enhance a degree related to natural resources. Whether you’re passionate about ...

In 2017, the Minamata Convention on Mercury went into effect, designed to help curb mercury emissions and limit exposure across the globe. However, a new study of mercury levels in soil suggests that ...