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Gary M. Lovett: Scientist, Mentor, Advocate, & Friend
… understanding of how forests process pollution, cycle nutrients, and respond to pests and pathogens. His research … to blaze a brilliant path as both a scientist and a high quality human being. Scott Ollinger Speaking on … me so sad — for his family, friends, and discipline. His influence is deep & has shaped thought about ecosystems, & …
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Dr. Danielle Hare
… by (1) how terrestrial-aquatic connectivity shapes water quality, (2) the spatio-temporal influence of groundwater on stream water patterns and … research examined how changing stream temperature affects organic carbon cycling and stream ecosystems, and methods to …
ltumblety - 02/05/2024 - 09:36
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Livestock antibiotics and rising temperatures disrupt soil microbial communities
… Combined stressors could impair soils’ ability to cycle nutrients and trap carbon Research assistant Peter Hoch … Rising temperatures alone increased soil respiration and dissolved organic carbon. Increases in these labile carbon pools can …
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Soil carbon sequestration as a climate change solution
… recognized (and I thoroughly agree) that soils with lots of organic matter are good for plant growth, retention of water and nutrients, and soil health. Many farmers, who own their …
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The smell of the city
… blanketed the city. Regulations against the emission of organic chemicals, from dry cleaning, outdoor grills, and … from aromatic hydrocarbons and their contribution to fine particulate matter in Atlanta, Georgia. Atmospheric Environment 223: …
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Why oceanic islands buck biodiversity trends
… 2024 “Many plants rely on fungi to access soil nutrients, or on specialized pollinators to reproduce,” … particularly in tropical ecosystems. “Mutualisms matter,” said Delavaux. “We are showing that …
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Dr. Jane M. Lucas
… M. Lucas Community Ecologist Expertise microbial ecology, ecology of antibiotics, agricultural … abundant microorganisms help fertilize plants and recycle organic debris, with important implications for agriculture … where she studied how nutrient availability and antibiotics influence tropical soil communities. Past work has looked at …
ltumblety - 11/15/2023 - 14:12
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In Panama, nitrogen-fixing trees unlock phosphorus and other scarce nutrients
… nitrogen-fixing trees unlock phosphorus and other scarce nutrients By enriching soils, they benefit … in rocks. They also assessed the composition of the soil microbial community. Tropical forests … climate change. Understanding how different tree species influence tropical forests is essential to informing …
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Q&A with Winslow Hansen: Wildfire in the western US
… critical. More fuel feeds bigger fires. What factors influence wildfire regimes? ‘Wildfire regime’ … Plus, when fallen leaves, branches, and other dead plant matter burn, the ashes enrich forest soils. Many species … the flames – sometimes whole continents away. Poor air quality due to smoke can cause wheezing, runny nose, eye …
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July: Stay cool
… Michigan and Superior are 39 degrees during the summer, no matter how hot the air is. Even small Michigan lakes have … Michigan lakes, especially where a rich plankton is fed by nutrients running off from lakeside houses and lawns, oxygen …
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