Soils that are exposed to prolonged drought often develop desiccation cracks, which impact soil properties and exacerbate ...

Nitrogen is absorbed and utilized by microorganisms and crops that plays an essential role in regulating the global N cycle. Excessive application of nitrogen fertilizer has deeply changed soil N ...

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are persistent and bioaccumulative pollutants that can easily accumulate in soil, posing a threat to environment and human health. Current PFAS degradation ...

Rice University chemist James Tour has led a research team to develop a rapid electrothermal mineralization (REM) process, which in seconds can remediate the accumulation of synthetic chemicals that ...

A study provides new insights for quantifying cropland carbon budgets and soil carbon credits, two important metrics for mitigating climate change. Using an advanced agroecosystem model on ...

Mid-elevation Central European conversion of beech stands to spruce plantations has intensified soil acidification via needle ...