Article
Soil Science
Yi Zhao, Ruediger Reichel, Michael Herbst, Yajie Sun, Nicolas Brueggemann, Ramona Moerchen, Gerd Welp, Fanqiao Meng, Roland Bol
Summary: Replanting of mining soils in carbonate-rich agricultural systems initially leads to rapid increase in SOC but slow increase afterwards, along with a gradual decrease in SIC. In 62 years, total carbon declined by approximately 19.5 Mg C ha(-1). In the long term, without additional carbon sequestration measures, these recultivated agricultural soils are likely to lose more carbon than they gain.
Article
Forestry
Karol Bronisz, Szymon Bijak, Rafal Wojtan, Robert Tomusiak, Agnieszka Bronisz, Pawel Baran, Michal Zasada
Summary: The study aimed to develop empirical models for determining the dry mass of aboveground parts of black locust trees. Two approaches were used to predict biomass components, with one focusing on tree height as the dependent variable and another focusing on diameter at breast height. Cross-model random-effect prediction using extreme trees was found to be more accurate than fixed-effects prediction, with the use of height as an independent variable increasing the possibility of practical application using remote data sources.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pingping Zhang, Yunqiang Wang, Lan Xu, Hui Sun, Ruijie Li, Jingxiong Zhou
Summary: This study investigated the spatial variability and main controls of soil aggregate fractions and associated SOC contents in a semi-humid watershed in the Loess Plateau, China. The results showed that soil texture and vegetation dynamics were important factors influencing the spatial variability of soil aggregates and SOC contents. Grassland had the highest potential for SOC sequestration.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Lais Coutinho Zayas Jimenez, Hermano Melo Queiroz, Gabriel Nuto Nobrega, Danilo Jefferson Romero, Youjun Deng, Xose Luis Otero, Tiago Osorio Ferreira
Summary: Mangrove revegetation is an important strategy for recovering ecosystem services, but there has been limited research on the recovery of soil functions after replanting. This study evaluated the recovery of soil processes associated with Fe, S, and C dynamics and found that soil C stocks increased after replanting, along with increases in fine particles, reactive Fe, and pyrite contents. These findings highlight the potential of revegetation programs for recovering soil processes and essential soil functions.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Samuel Eze, Matthew Magilton, Daniel Magnone, Sandra Varga, Iain Gould, Theresa G. Mercer, Matthew R. Goddard
Summary: The restoration of degraded lands and minimizing land degradation are important tasks in global environmental land management schemes. Soil organic carbon (SOC) is a key indicator of soil productivity and influences soil ecosystem services. Detecting changes in SOC stock within a short timeframe presents a challenge for land managers. This study aimed to identify early indicators of changes in SOC stock and their drivers by synthesizing global data on the impacts of land use change on SOC fractions and soil structural properties. The conversion of arable lands to forests and grasslands resulted in a significant increase in SOC fractions and soil structural stability. The study also found that certain SOC fractions, particularly particulate organic C and organic carbon stored in small macroaggregates, were strongly correlated with total SOC and can serve as suitable indicators of short-term changes in SOC stock. Further field studies are needed to validate the findings of this study and assess the applicability of SOC metrics under different land use change scenarios.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Mohammad Ghorbani, Elnaz Amirahmadi, Petr Konvalina, Jan Moudry, Marek Kopecky, Trong Nghia Hoang
Summary: Alterations of soil characteristics accompanying different land uses have a significant impact on the overall ecosystem, particularly on soil carbon stores and atmospheric CO2 emissions. This study conducted in a subtropical region examined the effects of six contiguous land uses on CO2 emissions and analyzed soil microbial respiration, microbial metabolic quotient, soil organic carbon, and microbial biomass carbon. Pasture and woodland displayed the highest soil microbial respiration, while tea land and uncultivated land showed increased microbial metabolic quotient. Pasture and forest areas had higher soil organic carbon and microbial biomass carbon compared to other land uses.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Agustin Merino, Beatriz Omil, Veronica Pineiro, Nieve Barros, Pablo Souza-Alonso, Julio Campo
Summary: Land use and plant-soil management have significant impacts on soil organic carbon stocks and properties. This study investigated the mechanisms through which these factors influence soil organic matter dynamics and stocks. The results showed that deforestation and intensive cultivation resulted in substantial loss of carbon, while conversion of cropland to grassland led to the replenishment of carbon, mainly in the mineral associated organic matter (MAOM) fraction.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rocio Soria, Natalia Rodriguez-Berbel, Enrique P. Sanchez-Canete, Ana B. Villafuerte, Raul Ortega, Isabel Miralles
Summary: Soils play a crucial role in carbon storage, acting as either a source or a sink depending on land management practices. Restoring degraded soils in semi-arid areas resulting from mining activities can be challenging, but the application of organic amendments shows promise in improving soil quality. This study investigated the effects of different composted organic amendments on net CO2 exchange in limestone quarry soils. The results showed that organic amendments increased soil organic carbon and nitrogen content, improved moisture and plant growth, and had varying effects on CO2 fixation depending on the type of amendment used.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pedro H. S. Brancalion, Joannes Guillemot, Ricardo G. Cesar, Henrique S. Andrade, Alex Mendes, Taisi B. Sorrini, Marisa D. C. Piccolo, Marina C. Peluci, Vanessa D. S. Moreno, Gabriel Colletta, Robin L. Chazdon
Summary: Although tree plantations initially showed higher rates of carbon storage than second-growth forests, their higher implementation and land opportunity costs make them less cost-effective for carbon farming.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Song, Chao Fang, Rattan Lal, Zi-Qiang Yuan, Wen-Bin Ke, Fu-Qiang Huang, Yong-Xian Wei, Feng-Min Li, Jordi Sardans, Josep Penuelas
Summary: This study investigated the long-term effects of legume pasture species on aboveground biomass and soil properties under different topographies through a 16-year in situ experiment. The results indicated that alfalfa is recommended for northeast-facing landscapes, alfalfa and fallow are recommended for southeast-facing landscapes, and sweet clover is recommended for horizontal landscapes to improve soil nutrient concentrations. These findings are important for the conservation of ecosystems and sustainable land use.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kyaw Thura, Oscar Serrano, Jiali Gu, Yunying Fang, Hein Zar Htwe, Yaojia Zhu, Runqiu Huang, Susana Agusti, Carlos M. Duarte, Hailong Wang, Jiaping Wu
Summary: This study examined the soil organic carbon (SOC) storage in different-aged mangroves and bare mudflats. The results showed that SOC stocks increased exponentially following mangrove restoration and reached a saturation trend after 15 years. The 60-year-old mangrove forests had significantly higher SOC stocks compared to the mudflat and 7-year-old transplanted sites. Soil salinity, pH, and bulk density increased significantly throughout the depth, while soil salinity decreased at lower depths. Soil texture was finer in mudflats and early stages of mangrove plantations.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hui Yuan, Bin Hu, Zhenshan Liu, Hongguang Sun, Mi Zhou, Heinz Rennenberg
Summary: The present study investigates the influence of water supply and rhizobia inoculation on the characteristics of gas exchange, physiological and biochemical traits in seedlings of Robinia pseudoacacia originating from different provenances. It was found that rhizobia inoculation significantly increased the drought resistance of the plants and contributed to their recovery after drought treatment.
PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jinjiao Hu, Qingping Zhou, Quanheng Cao, Jian Hu
Summary: Land desertification has a direct impact on the services and functions of grassland ecosystems globally. This study compared the effects of three ecological restoration measures (fencing enclosure, establishing plant barriers, and planting grasses) on vegetation and soil properties in an alpine-cold semi-humid area. The results showed that fencing enclosure and establishing plant barriers plus planting grasses significantly improved vegetation coverage and soil properties, while establishing plant barriers had no significant influence.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chong Jiang, Zhiyuan Yang, Cai Liu, Xinling Dong, Xinchi Wang, Changwei Zhuang, Lingling Zhao
Summary: Ecological restoration projects can effectively reverse ecosystem degradation, but some have failed to achieve desired ecological and economic benefits. By learning from contrasting lessons in arid and humid plateaus in China, a novel strategy was discussed to achieve a win-win-win target that balances hydrological, ecological, and agricultural dimensions. Biophysical models and statistical records showed that aggressive ERPs and soil and water conservation projects significantly promoted vegetation restoration and reduced soil erosion.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaozhen Wang, Jianzhao Wu, Yulin Liu, Xuying Hai, Zhouping Shanguan, Lei Deng
Summary: A study assessed the carbon sequestration, water yield, and soil conservation in the Loess Plateau from 2000 to 2018. The results showed an increase in these ecosystem services during the study period. Precipitation was identified as the main driving factor for water yield, while vegetation index and slope played significant roles in carbon sequestration and soil conservation. The study highlighted the importance of land use in influencing the ecosystem services in different climatic zones.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Filiz Yuksek, Turan Yuksek
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mehmet Ozalp, Esin Erdogan Yuksel, Turan Yuksek
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2016)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Engin Derya Gezer, Ali Temiz, Turan Yuksek
ADVANCES IN MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2015)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Turan Yuksek, Filiz Yuksek
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Turan Yueksek
CLEAN-SOIL AIR WATER
(2009)
Article
Agronomy
Turan Yuksek, Filiz Yuksek
COMMUNICATIONS IN SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT ANALYSIS
(2009)
Article
Agronomy
Turan Yuksek, Fahrettin Tilki, Filiz Yuksek
COMMUNICATIONS IN SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT ANALYSIS
(2012)
Article
Environmental Sciences
T. Yuksek, O. Kurdoglu, F. Yuksek
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2010)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Turan Yuksek, Filiz Yuksek
Summary: The study found that elevation and soil depth significantly influenced the organic carbon values in tea plantations, while the differences in carbon storage values were not statistically significant.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Turan Yueksek
FRESENIUS ENVIRONMENTAL BULLETIN
(2009)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Turan Yuksek, Ceyhun Gol, Filiz Yuksek, Esin Erdogan Yuksel
AFRICAN JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH
(2009)
Article
Ecology
Turan Yuksek, Tuelay Cengiz, Filiz Yuksek
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Haihua Wang, Huaiyang Ke, Hongping Wu, Siyuan Ma, Muhammad Mohsin Altaf, Xiaoping Diao
Summary: Carbon storage in mangroves is crucial for mitigating climate change, but our understanding of this aspect is limited. This study investigated the seasonal changes in the carbon metabolic profile of microbial communities in mangrove soils on Hainan Island, China, and found that season plays a critical role in shaping the carbon functional diversity of microbial communities.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Donghui Zhao, Congcong Shen, Zhi-Ming Zhang, Jichen Wang, Li-Mei Zhang, Baodong Chen, Guo-Xin Sun, Yuan Ge
Summary: By studying soil samples from different slope directions along an elevational gradient in a mountain ecosystem, we found that soil bacterial diversity and microbial functions exhibit distinct elevational patterns, which are consistent across slope directions. The bacterial diversity shows a hump-shaped pattern, while microbial functions exhibit a linear increasing trend. Additionally, the beta diversity pattern of soil bacteria is significantly influenced by elevational distance decay relationships. Soil bacterial diversity patterns are determined by transitions in community assembly processes, whereas microbial functions are mainly influenced by bacterial community composition.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Guanfang Sun, Yan Zhu, Wei Mao, Yonghong Li, Jinzhong Yang, Zhaoliang Gao
Summary: This study developed a water and salt balance model to predict long-term water and salt dynamics in seasonally frozen arid agricultural regions. The model was validated in a region in China and showed that increasing autumn irrigation water can decrease soil salinity during the irrigation period, but has limited impact on long-term average soil salinity.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Alfredo Mayoral, Ana Ejarque, Arnau Garcia-Molsosa, Mercourios Georgiadis, Giannis Apostolou, Vincent Gaertner, Constantina Kallintzi, Eurydice Kefalidou, Hector Orengo
Summary: This paper presents an integrated Geoarchaeological approach to studying the landscape change and socio-environmental interaction around ancient Abdera. The study uses a combination of remote sensing, geomorphological mapping, sedimentary coring, and radiocarbon dating to reconstruct the palaeogeographic evolution of the area. The results challenge previous narratives about the rise and decline of Abdera and provide new insights into the role of historical and environmental factors. It also introduces evidence of submerged Neolithic landscapes and the impact of anthropogenic forcing on the sedimentary systems.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Jiale Chen, Michael Dannenmann, Qiang Yu, Yalong Shi, Matthew D. Wallenstein, Xinguo Han, Honghui Wu, Klaus Butterbach-Bahl
Summary: This study investigated the effects of temperature and moisture on soil nitrogen turnover through field experiments and laboratory incubation experiments. The results showed that soil temperature had a greater explanatory power than moisture in gross ammonification and nitrification rates. Climate warming may have a greater impact on gross nitrogen turnover compared to changes in rainfall.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Zhen Han, Xiuchao Yang, Xiaoai Yin, Qian Fang, Longshan Zhao
Summary: This study investigated the effects of exposed root distribution patterns on rainfall-runoff processes. The results showed that the distribution patterns of exposed root had a significant impact on rainfall-runoff processes. A vertical slope arrangement was conducive to rainfall infiltration, a parallel slope arrangement resulted in more surface runoff, and a transverse slope arrangement could reduce water loss.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Bo Zhao
Summary: Seismic earthflows, as special seismic landslides, have not received much attention in previous studies. This study analyzed the characteristics and movement of earthflows induced by recent earthquakes. The results showed that earthflows occur in high-rainfall areas and are sensitive to rainfall. Compared to other seismic landslides, seismic earthflows occur on gentler hills and have higher mobility.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Tingxi Liu, Xueqin Wang, Mingyang Li, Dongfang Li, Limin Duan, Xin Tong, Guanli Wang
Summary: Soil respiration plays a crucial role in the global carbon cycle in arid and semi-arid regions, and is regulated by hydrothermal factors. This study examined the seasonal and diurnal dynamics of soil respiration in two typical ecosystems in northern China, and investigated their responses to precipitation, temperature, and drought. The results showed that soil respiration varied seasonally and diurnally, and its response to environmental factors depended on the ecosystem type and soil moisture status. Incorporating multiple factors into carbon cycle models can improve the simulation and prediction of carbon emissions in arid and semi-arid regions.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Yaochen Xu, Ninghua Chen, Deguo Zhang, Bowen Gao, Xuhua Weng, Hongcheng Qiu
Summary: This study provides systematic investigation on how yardangs exert control over dune morphology, and reveals the intricate wind dynamics and mechanisms involved. Computational fluid dynamics modeling and remote sensing data further support the observations and shed light on the influences of yardangs on wind deposition and dune formation.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Yuri Lopes Zinn, Welton Pereira da Rocha Jr
Summary: This study assessed the evolution of Journal Impact Factors (JIF) and related data in the field of Soil Science over a 26-year period, and compared it with the field of Agronomy. The results showed a significant growth in JIFs and output in Soil Science, with commercial scientific publishers' journals experiencing higher growth rates than non-profit journals. The study also highlighted the importance of considering not only JIF, but also the bibliometric footprint, in determining the relevance and leadership of journals in the discipline.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Shanshan Liao, Xiaodong Nie, Aoqi Zeng, Wenfei Liao, Yi Liu, Zhongwu Li
Summary: Lake drawdown areas, where sediment is exposed due to water level fluctuations, have a significant impact on the carbon cycle. This study examined microbial necromass carbon (MNC) content and its contribution to soil organic carbon (SOC) in different habitats within the drawdown area of Dongting Lake. The results showed that MNC content varied among habitats and was primarily influenced by carbon and nitrogen availability, plant biomass, clay content, and soil moisture. External factors, such as plant and soil properties, played a more crucial role in the long-term accumulation of MNC. These findings enhance our understanding of MNC stability in drawdown areas.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Vanessa Alves Mantovani, Marcela de Castro Nunes Santos Terra, Andre Ferreira Rodrigues, Carlos Alberto Silva, Li Guo, Jose Marcio de Mello, Carlos Rogerio de Mello
Summary: There is a lack of research on the potential of tropical soils in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest biome to store carbon. This study aimed to determine the soil carbon stocks at different depths, describe their temporal variability, and identify the main drivers that influence their variations. The results showed significant spatial and seasonal variability in soil carbon stocks, with a high accumulation in December and a low accumulation in August. The study also found that litterfall, throughfall, tree sizes, and soil moisture were important factors affecting the distribution of soil carbon.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Anais Zimmer, Timothy Beach, Sheryl Luzzadder-Beach, Antoine Rabatel, Rolando Cruz Encarnacion, Joshua Lopez Robles, Edison Jara Tarazona, Arnaud J. A. M. Temme
Summary: Climate warming has accelerated glacial retreat and soil formation in mountainous regions. The accumulation of soil organic carbon and nitrogen is influenced by environmental factors, with maximum temperature and initial site conditions playing important roles in soil development.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Ren-Min Yang, Lai-Ming Huang, Feng Liu
Summary: This study investigated the soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks in seasonally frozen ground (SFG) in the Tibet Autonomous Region, China, in 2020 and 2021, and explored the effects of various factors on SOC using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The results showed that C inputs exerted the greatest control on SOC, and the influence of these factors decreased with increasing soil depth. Additionally, timely spatial SOC estimates were found to be important for assessing carbon stocks in the context of environmental changes.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Shue Wei, Kuandi Zhang, Chenglong Liu, Youdong Cen, Junqiang Xia
Summary: This study analyzed the effects of different vegetation components on erosion through simulated rainfall experiments and found that litter had the best effect in reducing erosion, followed by roots. The study also revealed that the reduction in runoff and sediment by the treatments decreased with increasing rainfall intensity.