Work with thought leaders and academic experts in soil science

Companies can greatly benefit from collaborating with academic researchers in the field of Soil Science. These experts can provide valuable insights and solutions to enhance sustainability efforts, optimize agricultural practices, and improve soil health. By working with Soil Science researchers, companies can develop innovative strategies to address environmental challenges, increase crop productivity, and reduce the use of chemical inputs. Additionally, Soil Science experts can help companies navigate regulatory requirements related to soil management and provide guidance on best practices for soil conservation. Overall, partnering with Soil Science researchers can drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to long-term environmental sustainability.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in soil science include Adedayo Oyedele Ph.D., Naveen Adusumilli, Dr. Babitha Jampala, GULSUN AKDEMIR EVRENDILEK, Miguel Ramirez, Yujin Wen, Fernando Guillen Portal, Ph.D., Peter Reich, Mohammad Vahab, and Franciele Alba da Silva.

Adedayo Oyedele Ph.D.

Research Scientist (Soil Microbiology) with vast experience in carrying out demand driven researches.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (11)
Environmental Microbiology
Beneficial microbes
Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR)
Biofertilisers
Food Science
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Environmental scientist (Soil microbiologist) with vast experience in carrying out farmer demand driven researches, for improved agricultural production, food security and agricultural sustainability while ensuring environmental sustainability. Vast experience in the development of technologies to solve agricultural and soil challenges using microbial technology. Executed various applied researches in sub-saharan Africa by  attracting national and  international grants.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

31 total publications

Plant growth promoting potential of Pontibacter niistensis in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.)

Applied Soil Ecology / Sep 01, 2011

Dastager, S. G., Deepa, C. K., & Pandey, A. (2011). Plant growth promoting potential of Pontibacter niistensis in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.). Applied Soil Ecology, 49, 250–255. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apsoil.2011.04.016

Physical, Chemical and Biological Properties of an Accelerated Cassava Based Compost Prepared Using Different Ratios of Cassava Peels and Poultry Manure

Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis / Jun 20, 2018

Ojo, A. O., Taiwo, L. B., Adediran, J. A., Oyedele, A. O., Fademi, IbukunO., & Uthman, A. C. O. (2018). Physical, Chemical and Biological Properties of an Accelerated Cassava Based Compost Prepared Using Different Ratios of Cassava Peels and Poultry Manure. Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 49(14), 1774–1786. https://doi.org/10.1080/00103624.2018.1474914

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Naveen Adusumilli

Warner Bruner Endowed Professor, Associate Professor- Extension Economist -Louisiana State University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (29)
Soil and Water Policy
Production Economics
Agronomy and Crop Science
Earth-Surface Processes
Water Science and Technology
And 24 more
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Naveen Adusumilli is an accomplished agricultural economist with a strong background in conservation policy-related research and extension work. He completed his PhD in Agricultural Economics from Texas A&M University in 2012, focusing on the economics of water resource management in agriculture. During his doctoral studies, he conducted extensive research on the impacts of climate change on agricultural production and the role of water markets in mitigating these impacts. After completing his PhD, Naveen joined Louisiana State University as an Extension Economist. In this role, he worked closely with farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to provide economic analysis and recommendations for improving agricultural productivity and sustainability. He also conducted outreach programs to educate farmers about the latest research findings and best practices in the field of agricultural economics. Naveen's research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented at more than 100 farmer group meetings and national and international conferences. He has also received several awards and grants for his research contributions, including the Emerging Scholars Award in 2017 from the Southern Agricultural Economics Association and, in 2021, the Chair Leadership Award for his contributions to Soil and Water Conservation Society. from the Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. In addition to his work in academia, Naveen has also collaborated with various government agencies and international organizations on projects related to agricultural development and resource management. His expertise in agricultural economics has been sought after by organizations such as the Foundation for Agricultural Research, the National Institute for Water Resources, Foreign Agricultural Services, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and the World Bank. Naveen is a dedicated and passionate economist who is committed to finding solutions for the complex challenges facing the agricultural industry. Through his research and extension work, he continues to make valuable contributions to the field of agricultural economics and drive positive change in the world of farming.
Most Relevant Publications (5+)

35 total publications

Economic evaluation of using surge valves in furrow irrigation of row crops in Louisiana: A net present value approach

Agricultural Water Management / Aug 01, 2016

Adusumilli, N., Davis, S., & Fromme, D. (2016). Economic evaluation of using surge valves in furrow irrigation of row crops in Louisiana: A net present value approach. Agricultural Water Management, 174, 61–65. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agwat.2016.04.024

Analysis of soil management and water conservation practices adoption among crop and pasture farmers in humid-south of the United States

International Soil and Water Conservation Research / Jun 01, 2018

Adusumilli, N., & Wang, H. (2018). Analysis of soil management and water conservation practices adoption among crop and pasture farmers in humid-south of the United States. International Soil and Water Conservation Research, 6(2), 79–86. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iswcr.2017.12.005

Irrigation water demand and elasticities: a case study of the High Plains aquifer

Irrigation Science / Jul 09, 2022

Pathak, S., Adusumilli, N. C., Wang, H., & Almas, L. K. (2022). Irrigation water demand and elasticities: a case study of the High Plains aquifer. Irrigation Science, 40(6), 941–954. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00271-022-00804-z

Principles and policies for soil and water conservation

Journal of Soil and Water Conservation / Jan 01, 2018

Manale, A., Sharpley, A., DeLong, C., Speidel, D., Gantzer, C., Peterson, J., Martin, R., Lindahl, C., & Adusumilli, N. (2018). Principles and policies for soil and water conservation. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, 73(4), 96A-99A. https://doi.org/10.2489/jswc.73.4.96a

Rye cover crop retains nitrogen and doesn’t reduce corn yields

Soil and Tillage Research / Aug 01, 2018

Snapp, S., & Surapur, S. (2018). Rye cover crop retains nitrogen and doesn’t reduce corn yields. Soil and Tillage Research, 180, 107–115. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.still.2018.02.018

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Dr. Babitha Jampala

Industrial Hemp researcher for the LSU AgCenter with main focus on fiber and grain variety development for the south-east region of the U.S.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (5)
Plant Breeding
Genetics
Horticulture
Plant Science
Agronomy and Crop Science
About
Dr. Babitha Jampala is an experienced Assistant Professor of Research at LSU AgCenter. She received her education in plant breeding in 2012 and has been working in this field ever since. With a strong passion for agriculture and a desire to improve crop production, Dr. Jampala has dedicated her career to research and teaching in the field of plant breeding. During her time at LSU AgCenter, Dr. Jampala has conducted various research projects focused on developing new and improved crop varieties, as well as improving the efficiency of breeding methods. She has also been involved in teaching and mentoring graduate students, sharing her knowledge and expertise in plant breeding. In addition to her work at LSU AgCenter, Dr. Jampala has also been actively involved in professional organizations such as the Plant Breeding Coordinating Committee and the Crop Science Society of America, where she has presented her research and contributed to the advancement of the field. Through her education and experience, Dr. Jampala has developed a deep understanding of the complexities of plant breeding and the importance of this work in ensuring food security and sustainable agriculture. She continues to strive towards making a positive impact in the field of plant breeding through her research, teaching, and collaborations with other experts in the industry.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

6 total publications

Estimating the relative effects of the endosperm traits of waxy and high protein digestibility on yield in grain sorghum

Field Crops Research / Nov 01, 2012

Jampala, B., Rooney, W. L., Peterson, G. C., Bean, S., & Hays, D. B. (2012). Estimating the relative effects of the endosperm traits of waxy and high protein digestibility on yield in grain sorghum. Field Crops Research, 139, 57–62. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fcr.2012.09.021

Estimating the relative effects of the endosperm traits of waxy and high protein digestibility on yield in grain sorghum

Field Crops Research / Nov 01, 2012

Jampala, B., Rooney, W. L., Peterson, G. C., Bean, S., & Hays, D. B. (2012). Estimating the relative effects of the endosperm traits of waxy and high protein digestibility on yield in grain sorghum. Field Crops Research, 139, 57–62. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fcr.2012.09.021

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GULSUN AKDEMIR EVRENDILEK

An experiences food scientist, industry consultant with process and produxt development, food safety quality assurance and complince with fod regulations
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (40)
innovative process technologies
seed treatment
food waste valorization
sensor technologies
Food Science
And 35 more
About
1. Founding, owning, and managing a research center, enabling collaboration with industries, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) worldwide, working alongside scientists from diverse disciplines. 2. Successfully completing over 80 research and development projects in the food industry, from conceptualization to dissemination of results, as both a principal and co-investigator scientist. 3. Leading product development initiatives from concept to commercialization, involving expertise in formulation, sensory evaluation, shelf-life analysis, and quality assurance. 4. Effectively leading multi-level teams of food scientists, engineers, marketing professionals, and quality control experts, providing mentorship to junior scientists. 5. Leveraging analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle intricate challenges in product development and production consistently. 6. Possessing extensive knowledge and understanding of food safety regulations and standards, as well as international regulatory requirements. 7. Hands-on experience with safety regulations in food and environmental testing laboratories. 8. Proficiency in interpersonal communication, both written and verbal, gained through working in diverse fields locally and internationally, in both industry and academia. 9. Demonstrated excellence in delivering engaging presentations across all levels of the corporate hierarchy.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

92 total publications

Application of Pulsed Electric Fields to Skim Milk inoculated with Staphylococcus aureus

Biosystems Engineering / Feb 01, 2004

Evrendilek, G. A., Zhang, Q. H., & Richter, E. R. (2004). Application of Pulsed Electric Fields to Skim Milk inoculated with Staphylococcus aureus. Biosystems Engineering, 87(2), 137–144. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2003.11.005

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Miguel Ramirez

Ward S. Curran Distinguished Professor of Economics, Trinity College
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (45)
Foreign Direct Investment
Latin American Economics
Public investment
Marxian economics.
Development
And 40 more
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Professor Ramirez is a native of Chile and a naturalized U.S. citizen since 1990. He received his Ph.D. in economics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1984 and has been at Trinity College since 1985. He has held visiting positions at the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana (Summer 1991 and 1992), Haverford College (Spring 1992), Vanderbilt University (Spring 1999), and Yale University (Spring 2006). His teaching interests are primarily in the areas of Latin American economic development and international finance and open economy macroeconomics. At the College he usually offers Latin American economic development and Structural Reform in Latin America during the fall term, while international finance and open economy macroeconomics is taught during the spring term. He also teaches a course in Time-Series Analysis every other spring term, with particular emphasis on unit root and cointegration analysis, error correction modeling, and forecasting. Insofar as his research is concerned, it is primarily dedicated to analyzing the challenges and opportunities that Latin American nations face as they attempt to stabilize and reform their economies in an increasingly globalized world. In particular, his work has reviewed and analyzed the impact of IMF-sponsored adjustment and stabilization measures in Argentina, Chile, and Mexico, as well as the mixed success of structural reform programs such as privatization of state-owned firms, deregulation of economic activity, and liberalization of trade and finance. His research has also focused on the economic and institutional determinants of foreign direct investment in Argentina, Chile, and Mexico, as well as the impact of these flows on private capital formation and labor productivity growth in Latin America. Another important focus of his work in recent years has been the growing role of remittance flows in financing private investment spending and boosting economic growth in countries such as Ecuador, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Jamaica, and Mexico. Finally, he has published work in the history of economic thought relating to Marx's important analysis of wages and cyclical crises, his theory of absolute and differential ground rent, his analysis of the falling rate of profit, Marx's controversial writings on the so-called Asiatic mode of production, and his conception of capital as a social process.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

90 total publications

Do Remittances Promote Labor Productivity in Mexico? A DOLS and FMOLS Analysis, 1970-2017

Bulletin of Applied Economics / Feb 16, 2023

Ramirez, M. D. (2023). Do Remittances Promote Labor Productivity in Mexico? A DOLS and FMOLS Analysis, 1970-2017. Bulletin of Applied Economics, 115–131. https://doi.org/10.47260/bae/1016

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Fernando Guillen Portal, Ph.D.

Senior Plant Breeder with extensive experience in crop research and development using innovative methods and protocols
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (9)
Agronomy and Crop Science
Toxicology
Pharmacology
Mechanical Engineering
Automotive Engineering
And 4 more
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I am a responsible, highly motivated individual with an intense commitment to anything I devote my efforts to. I possess very good professional, organizational, and communicational skills, which I acquired through hard scientific work over the years, and a strong determination to effectively reach my goals.   I have experience in the application of scientific innovations in plant sciences and related fields for the genetic improvement of crops.  Throughout my career my research efforts comprised the improvement of conventional and non-conventional crops, on the application of sound statistical methodologies in plant selection for especial conditions, and on the validation of a novel biotechnological approach for seed yield enhancement in a conventional cereal crop.  One of my major professional research efforts has centered on the use of camelina (*Camelina sativa*) as feedstock for advanced, sustainable biofuel production.  This culminated in the release of nine superior camelina varieties, the first patented camelina genetic materials, of which I am the inventor, in the USA.  In another instance I lead a research project related to the use of specific genes with altered functionality, obtained via TILLing (targeted mutations), with potential impact in yield in wheat.  Conducive to that, I precisely defined gene-mutated effects and developed appropriate statistical protocols for their correct estimation, enhanced the variant portfolio to include double-mutants based on specific criteria, and identified several variant populations with positive impact on yield.  My diligent involvement in this project conferred on me the unique ability to correctly interpret basic knowledge generated in model scenarios to successfully transfer them into crop commodity platforms with economic value.  Prior to that, I was part of a multidisciplinary research project aimed at minimizing the impact of wild oat (*Avena fatua*) on the performance of spring wheat (*Triticum aestivum*).  Among other research accomplishments within this project, I developed a holistic statistical approach for the analysis of crop-weed interactions, which enabled a better understanding of the causal mechanisms behind the competition between crops and weeds.  This work constituted the first attempt at the use of a mechanistic approach in the study of biological events, as was recognized elsewhere (*Kozak, M., Kang, M.S. (2006). Note on modern path analysis in application to crop science. Commun. Biometry Crop Sci. 1 (1), 32-34*). Before that, I developed and assessed the performance of synthetic corn (*Zea mays*) in the far-west region outside the USA corn-belt as part of my doctoral research project at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.  Marginal, drought-prone growing conditions prevalent in this region made the identification of genetic strains with adaptability to the region a difficult enterprise.  Thus, my efforts were devoted to the design and use of a novel statistical method based on qualitative genotype-by-environment interaction for environment selection.  Before that I was involved in research on grain amaranth (*Amaranthus caudatus*), in which I determined that the observed residual genetic variability in elite grain amaranth was primarily driven by genetic factors associated with plasticity.  I was also involved in agricultural extension work, leading the small grains and oil seed crops extension program at Texas A&M University. This experience provided me the skills to effectively formulate, communicate, and incorporate best management crop practices through research-based education.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

7 total publications

Assessment of hard red winter wheat F2and F3hybrids for the Nebraska panhandle*

Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis / Apr 10, 2002

Guillen-Portal, F. R., Baltensperger, D. D., Nelson, L. A., & Frickel, G. (2002). Assessment of hard red winter wheat F2and F3hybrids for the Nebraska panhandle*. Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 33(5–6), 963–972. https://doi.org/10.1081/css-120003077

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Peter Reich

Director of the Institute for Global Change Biology (IGCB)
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (32)
Ecology
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Environmental Chemistry
Global and Planetary Change
Plant Science
And 27 more
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Dr. Peter Reich, a renowned expert in forest ecology and climate change science, is the Director of the Institute for Global Change Biology (IGCB) at the University of Michigan. Reich, who has conducted global change research on plants, soils, and ecosystems across a range of scales, will maintain a joint affiliation at the University of Minnesota, where he is a Regents Professor. Previously, Reich was the Chief Scientist at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment at Western Sydney University in Australia from 2011 to 2021. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a fellow of the Ecological Society of America, and a BBVA Prize Laureate (BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Ecology and Conservation Biology). He also helped launch the science education channel, MinuteEarth, which has more than 400 million views on YouTube and other platforms. According to Research.com, Reich is the #1 scientist in the world in the field of ecology and evolution.
Most Relevant Publications (17+)

509 total publications

Effect of Simulated Climate Warming on the Ectomycorrhizal Fungal Community of Boreal and Temperate Host Species Growing Near Their Shared Ecotonal Range Limits

Microbial Ecology / Jul 25, 2017

Mucha, J., Peay, K. G., Smith, D. P., Reich, P. B., Stefański, A., & Hobbie, S. E. (2017). Effect of Simulated Climate Warming on the Ectomycorrhizal Fungal Community of Boreal and Temperate Host Species Growing Near Their Shared Ecotonal Range Limits. Microbial Ecology, 75(2), 348–363. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00248-017-1044-5

Metagenomic reconstruction of nitrogen cycling pathways in a CO2-enriched grassland ecosystem

Soil Biology and Biochemistry / Mar 01, 2017

Tu, Q., He, Z., Wu, L., Xue, K., Xie, G., Chain, P., Reich, P. B., Hobbie, S. E., & Zhou, J. (2017). Metagenomic reconstruction of nitrogen cycling pathways in a CO2-enriched grassland ecosystem. Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 106, 99–108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soilbio.2016.12.017

Light, earthworms, and soil resources as predictors of diversity of 10 soil invertebrate groups across monocultures of 14 tree species

Soil Biology and Biochemistry / Jan 01, 2016

Mueller, K. E., Eisenhauer, N., Reich, P. B., Hobbie, S. E., Chadwick, O. A., Chorover, J., Dobies, T., Hale, C. M., Jagodziński, A. M., Kałucka, I., Kasprowicz, M., Kieliszewska-Rokicka, B., Modrzyński, J., Rożen, A., Skorupski, M., Sobczyk, Ł., Stasińska, M., Trocha, L. K., Weiner, J., … Oleksyn, J. (2016). Light, earthworms, and soil resources as predictors of diversity of 10 soil invertebrate groups across monocultures of 14 tree species. Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 92, 184–198. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soilbio.2015.10.010

The Diversity and Co-occurrence Patterns of N2-Fixing Communities in a CO2-Enriched Grassland Ecosystem

Microbial Ecology / Aug 18, 2015

Tu, Q., Zhou, X., He, Z., Xue, K., Wu, L., Reich, P., Hobbie, S., & Zhou, J. (2015). The Diversity and Co-occurrence Patterns of N2-Fixing Communities in a CO2-Enriched Grassland Ecosystem. Microbial Ecology, 71(3), 604–615. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00248-015-0659-7

Nematode functional guilds, not trophic groups, reflect shifts in soil food webs and processes in response to interacting global change factors

Pedobiologia / Jan 01, 2015

Cesarz, S., Reich, P. B., Scheu, S., Ruess, L., Schaefer, M., & Eisenhauer, N. (2015). Nematode functional guilds, not trophic groups, reflect shifts in soil food webs and processes in response to interacting global change factors. Pedobiologia, 58(1), 23–32. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pedobi.2015.01.001

Improving ecosystem productivity modeling through spatially explicit estimation of optimal light use efficiency

Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences / Sep 01, 2014

Madani, N., Kimball, J. S., Affleck, D. L. R., Kattge, J., Graham, J., van Bodegom, P. M., Reich, P. B., & Running, S. W. (2014). Improving ecosystem productivity modeling through spatially explicit estimation of optimal light use efficiency. Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences, 119(9), 1755–1769. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/2014jg002709

Some plants like it warmer: Increased growth of three selected invasive plant species in soils with a history of experimental warming

Pedobiologia / Jan 01, 2014

Thakur, M. P., Reich, P. B., Eddy, W. C., Stefanski, A., Rich, R., Hobbie, S. E., & Eisenhauer, N. (2014). Some plants like it warmer: Increased growth of three selected invasive plant species in soils with a history of experimental warming. Pedobiologia, 57(1), 57–60. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pedobi.2013.12.002

Incorporating temperature-sensitiveQ10and foliar respiration acclimation algorithms modifies modeled ecosystem responses to global change

Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences / Feb 06, 2013

Wythers, K. R., Reich, P. B., & Bradford, J. B. (2013). Incorporating temperature-sensitiveQ10and foliar respiration acclimation algorithms modifies modeled ecosystem responses to global change. Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences, 118(1), 77–90. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1029/2011jg001897

Positive feedbacks between decomposition and soil nitrogen availability along fertility gradients

Plant and Soil / Oct 05, 2012

Norris, M. D., Avis, P. G., Reich, P. B., & Hobbie, S. E. (2012). Positive feedbacks between decomposition and soil nitrogen availability along fertility gradients. Plant and Soil, 367(1–2), 347–361. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11104-012-1449-3

What controls the concentration of various aliphatic lipids in soil?

Soil Biology and Biochemistry / Aug 01, 2013

Mueller, K. E., Eissenstat, D. M., Müller, C. W., Oleksyn, J., Reich, P. B., & Freeman, K. H. (2013). What controls the concentration of various aliphatic lipids in soil? Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 63, 14–17. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soilbio.2013.03.021

Above- and below-ground plant inputs both fuel soil food webs

Soil Biology and Biochemistry / Feb 01, 2012

Eisenhauer, N., & Reich, P. B. (2012). Above- and below-ground plant inputs both fuel soil food webs. Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 45, 156–160. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soilbio.2011.10.019

Detecting wind disturbance severity and canopy heterogeneity in boreal forest by coupling high-spatial resolution satellite imagery and field data

Remote Sensing of Environment / Feb 01, 2010

Rich, Roy. L., Frelich, L., Reich, P. B., & Bauer, M. E. (2010). Detecting wind disturbance severity and canopy heterogeneity in boreal forest by coupling high-spatial resolution satellite imagery and field data. Remote Sensing of Environment, 114(2), 299–308. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rse.2009.09.005

Modest enhancement of nitrogen conservation via retranslocation in response to gradients in N supply and leaf N status

Plant and Soil / Sep 18, 2008

Norris, M. D., & Reich, P. B. (2008). Modest enhancement of nitrogen conservation via retranslocation in response to gradients in N supply and leaf N status. Plant and Soil, 316(1–2), 193–204. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11104-008-9770-6

Fungal Diversity of Norway Spruce Litter: Effects of Site Conditions and Premature Leaf Fall Caused By Bark Beetle Outbreak

Microbial Ecology / Dec 19, 2007

Przybył, K., Karolewski, P., Oleksyn, J., Łabędzki, A., & Reich, P. B. (2007). Fungal Diversity of Norway Spruce Litter: Effects of Site Conditions and Premature Leaf Fall Caused By Bark Beetle Outbreak. Microbial Ecology, 56(2), 332–340. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00248-007-9350-y

Soil Processes Affected by Sixteen Grassland Species Grown under Different Environmental Conditions

Soil Science Society of America Journal / May 01, 2006

Dijkstra, F. A., Hobbie, S. E., & Reich, P. B. (2006). Soil Processes Affected by Sixteen Grassland Species Grown under Different Environmental Conditions. Soil Science Society of America Journal, 70(3), 770–777. Portico. https://doi.org/10.2136/sssaj2005.0088

Divergent effects of elevated CO2, N fertilization, and plant diversity on soil C and N dynamics in a grassland field experiment

Plant and Soil / May 01, 2005

Dijkstra, F. A., Hobbie, S. E., Reich, P. B., & Knops, J. M. H. (2005). Divergent effects of elevated CO2, N fertilization, and plant diversity on soil C and N dynamics in a grassland field experiment. Plant and Soil, 272(1–2), 41–52. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11104-004-3848-6

An Approach to Spatially Distributed Modeling of Net Primary Production (NPP) at the Landscape Scale and Its Application in Validation of EOS NPP Products

Remote Sensing of Environment / Oct 01, 1999

Reich, P. B., Turner, D. P., & Bolstad, P. (1999). An Approach to Spatially Distributed Modeling of Net Primary Production (NPP) at the Landscape Scale and Its Application in Validation of EOS NPP Products. Remote Sensing of Environment, 70(1), 69–81. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0034-4257(99)00058-9

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Mohammad Vahab

Lecturer at University of New South Wales (UNSW)
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (23)
Scientific Machine Learning
Computational Geomechanics
Fracture
Hydraulic Fracturing
Modeling and Simulation
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I am an experienced researcher and chartered engineer in numerical simulation of geotechnal and structural engineering applications.
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

35 total publications

Computational Algorithm for the Anticipation of the Fluid-Lag Zone in Hydraulic Fracturing Treatments

International Journal of Geomechanics / Oct 01, 2018

Vahab, M., & Khalili, N. (2018). Computational Algorithm for the Anticipation of the Fluid-Lag Zone in Hydraulic Fracturing Treatments. International Journal of Geomechanics, 18(10). https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)gm.1943-5622.0001273

Empirical and Conceptual Challenges in Hydraulic Fracturing with Special Reference to the Inflow

International Journal of Geomechanics / Mar 01, 2020

Vahab, M., & Khalili, N. (2020). Empirical and Conceptual Challenges in Hydraulic Fracturing with Special Reference to the Inflow. International Journal of Geomechanics, 20(3). https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)gm.1943-5622.0001545

Effect of Sample Preparation on the Reliability of Large-Scale Physical Modeling in Geotechnical Systems: ACase Study

Geotechnical and Geological Engineering / Nov 30, 2023

Mortazavi Bak, H., Mostafaei, H., Shahbodagh, B., Vahab, M., Hashemolhosseini, H., & Khoshghalb, A. (2023). Effect of Sample Preparation on the Reliability of Large-Scale Physical Modeling in Geotechnical Systems: ACase Study. Geotechnical and Geological Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-023-02699-9

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Franciele Alba da Silva

Postdoctoral Position at University of Applied Forest Sciences Rottenburg
Most Relevant Research Interests
Soil Science
Other Research Interests (4)
Forestry
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Nature and Landscape Conservation
Ecology
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I work on the sustainable management of natural resources through the analysis and modelling of data and the application of innovative solutions. Over the years I have dedicated myself from academic research to the practical application of advanced methodologies. During my master's and Ph.D, I acquired expertise in statistical analysis and modelling, exploring the quantification of uncertainties in volume, biomass and carbon estimates, applied to forest planning. As a visiting researcher in the UK, I expanded my knowledge of forest quantification, broadening my understanding of the global challenges surrounding forest sustainability. In addition, my first steps as a Forest Engineer at Embrapa Florestas allowed me to experience inventory processes in practice, complementing my academic training. Since then, I've been applying this diverse experience as a Guest Researcher at the Fachhochschule Rottenburg - Hochschule für Forstwirtschaft, where I'm immersed in forest management and natural resource quantification projects, utilising skills in Python, data analysis and project management. My approach is results-orientated, always driven to find sustainable solutions to complex challenges. I'm constantly looking for opportunities that allow me to apply my knowledge in favour of responsible development, contributing to a more sustainable future for forests.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

5 total publications

A new approach to assessing competition from trees on Nelder wheels

Forest Systems / Mar 09, 2022

Alba, F., Péllico, S., Behling, A., Marinheski-Filho, A., & Cerqueira, C. (2022). A new approach to assessing competition from trees on Nelder wheels. Forest Systems, 31(1), e004. https://doi.org/10.5424/fs/2022311-17913

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How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on soil science?

Developing Sustainable Agriculture Practices

A company in the agriculture industry can collaborate with a Soil Science expert to develop sustainable farming practices. The researcher can analyze soil composition, nutrient levels, and water availability to optimize crop production while minimizing environmental impact. This collaboration can lead to improved soil health, reduced water usage, and increased crop yields.

Remediating Contaminated Sites

Companies dealing with contaminated sites can benefit from partnering with Soil Science researchers. These experts can assess the extent of soil contamination, develop remediation strategies, and monitor the effectiveness of cleanup efforts. By collaborating with Soil Science researchers, companies can ensure proper soil restoration, comply with environmental regulations, and mitigate potential health risks.

Implementing Sustainable Land Development

Real estate developers can work with Soil Science experts to implement sustainable land development practices. These researchers can assess soil quality, drainage patterns, and erosion risks to design environmentally-friendly construction plans. By incorporating soil conservation measures, companies can minimize soil erosion, preserve natural habitats, and create sustainable communities.

Optimizing Fertilizer and Nutrient Management

Companies in the fertilizer industry can collaborate with Soil Science researchers to optimize fertilizer and nutrient management practices. These experts can analyze soil nutrient levels, recommend appropriate fertilizer formulations, and develop precision agriculture techniques. By working with Soil Science experts, companies can reduce fertilizer waste, improve nutrient uptake by plants, and minimize environmental pollution.

Assessing Soil Carbon Sequestration

Companies committed to reducing their carbon footprint can partner with Soil Science researchers to assess soil carbon sequestration potential. These experts can conduct soil sampling, analyze carbon content, and develop strategies to enhance carbon sequestration. By collaborating with Soil Science experts, companies can quantify their carbon offset efforts, contribute to climate change mitigation, and enhance their sustainability credentials.