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Communicating science through infographics
We had the opportunity to collaborate with graphic designer Lead Kucera to illustrate the lab’s work from root zones to biomes. This was integrated into a science communication workshop at the AAAS meeting. Check out the final product: InfoGraphic
Read MoreNew PhD training program accepting applications
Interested in food, energy or water systems and sustainability issues? Consider applying for the new InTERFEWS graduate program created to integrate food, energy, water education using a systems-based approach that cuts across disciplines, departments and colleges. InTERFEWS is currently accepting PhD candidates entering the 1st or 2nd semester of their PhD program.
Read MorePresentations and awards at the Soil Science Society of America meeting
Shelby McClelland and Jessica Jackman (2018 summer undergraduate research intern) presented posters on the influence of infrequent compost applications on carbon and nitrogen dynamics in irrigated pasture systems. Congratulations to former lab member Steve Rosenzweig who received the Truog Soil Science Outstanding Dissertation Award!
Read MoreShelby wins Annie’s Scholarship
Congratulations to Shelby McClelland for winning one of Annie’s Organics Agricultural Scholarships for her research to improve the capacity of decision support tools to estimate greenhouse gas emissions and soil carbon storage potential of organic production systems. Congratulations also to fellow CSU student Peter Olayemi also received an Annie’s scholarship.
Read MoreLessons from the soil health movement
Steve Rosenzweig interviewed some of the soil health movement’s founders for a new feature article in Ensia that highlights how this movement has helped bring together ideologically diverse groups around a common goal.
Read MoreStudents showcase research
Rachel Seedorf and Zach Czarnecki received awards for their poster presentations at the Undergraduate Research Showcase to share their great work to measure crop rotation effects on labile carbon pools and to develop low-cost soil moisture sensors. Congratulations, Zach and Rachel!
Read MoreDoubling food production by 2050?
New analysis shows that this is an out-dated target for agriculture, highlighting the need to set rigorous environmental targets and reduce singular focus on yields
Read MoreSoil health in drylands
Dryland producers are adapting concepts of soil health to their unique context. Check out the story of Curt Sayles’ journey.
Read MoreCongratulations!
Cassandra Schnarr and Steve Rosenzweig both received awards for their posters presented at the 2016 Agronomy, Crop, and Soil Science Society meetings.
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