Article
Environmental Sciences
D. J. Smith, T. M. Wynn-Thompson, M. A. Stremler, M. A. Williams, J. R. Seiler, W. C. Hession
Summary: This study assessed the combined contributions of roots and soil microorganisms to soil resistance against fluvial erosion. The results showed that the combination of roots and organic carbon inputs significantly reduced soil erosion rates. This indicates that root-biochemical interactions play an important role in influencing channel migration rates due to reductions in streambank erodibility.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Geography, Physical
Daniel J. Smith, Theresa M. Wynn-Thompson, Mark A. Williams, John R. Seiler
Summary: The study found that densely packed plant roots can reduce the impact of flowing water on soil, thus reducing soil erosion. Living roots can provide additional protection by increasing soil resistance.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Karol Augustowski, Jozef Kukulak
Summary: The study found that in the alluvial banks of rivers in the Podhale region, bank retreat in winter was mainly caused by freezing and thawing processes, while in summer it was mainly caused by fluvial processes and mass movements. Fluvial processes contributed significantly more to the total annual amount of bank retreat compared to frost phenomena.
Review
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Kun Zhao, Giovanni Coco, Zheng Gong, Stephen E. Darby, Stefano Lanzoni, Fan Xu, Kaili Zhang, Ian Townend
Summary: Bank retreat plays a fundamental role in fluvial and estuarine dynamics, affecting channel evolution, sediment supply, and habitat diversity. This review examines mechanisms, observations, and modeling of bank retreat in rivers and tidal channels. It finds that external forces have similar effects on bank stability and failure mode in both river and tidal environments. The review discusses existing data and modeling approaches, highlighting the need to consider hydraulic and geotechnical controls. It proposes a new hierarchy of modeling styles and emphasizes the importance of understanding multifactor-driven bank retreat at different temporal scales.
REVIEWS OF GEOPHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
D. J. Smith, M. Snead, T. M. Thompson
Summary: The study reveals that labile organic matter plays a crucial role in improving soil aggregate stability and increasing the resistance of cohesive soil to fluvial erosion of streambanks.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-BIOGEOSCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Kaili Zhang, Zheng Gong, Kun Zhao, Keyu Wang, Siqi Pan, Giovanni Coco
Summary: The study investigates the stability of overhanging riverbanks through laboratory experiments and numerical simulations. Results show that flow infiltration leads to decreased soil shear strength and shear failure. The distance of the failure surface can be characterized by twice the width of the overhanging block.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-EARTH SURFACE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Margherita Bufalini, Domenico Aringoli, Fabrizio Bendia, Piero Farabollini, Matteo Gentilucci, Francesco Lampa, Chiara Martinello, Marco Materazzi, Gilberto Pambianchi
Summary: In recent decades, fluvial erosion processes in highly anthropized areas have been mainly caused by in-stream gravel mining activities and the presence of artificial reservoirs, leading to increased erosive capacity of the river. The role of pollutants in the degradation of clayey soils is not well understood. This study in central Italy reveals that polluting elements present in water can modify the crystalline lattice of clayey soils and weaken their resistance to erosion.
Article
Geography, Physical
Edwin R. C. Baynes, Dimitri Lague, Philippe Steer, Philippe Davy
Summary: Mountain landscapes respond to tectonic and climate forces through enhanced bedrock river incision, propagating the signal from the valley bottom to the valley ridges. Understanding the mechanisms of bedrock river incision is crucial for predicting landscape evolution. This study demonstrates the direct impact of knickpoint retreat on channel width, highlighting the importance of both vertical and lateral incision in landscape evolution models.
EARTH SURFACE PROCESSES AND LANDFORMS
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Hongfei Zhao, Yunhong Lin, Jie Zhou, Claudio O. Delang, Hongming He
Summary: The study reconstructs the spatial and temporal distribution of precipitation and vegetation cover in the Yellow River basin during the Holocene, and simulates soil erosion and sediment deposition processes. The findings demonstrate the impacts of climate change and human activities on the evolution of the fluvial landscape.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinliang Dong, Jintao Wang, Xiaojing Liu, Bhupinder Pal Singh, Hongyong Sun
Summary: This study investigated the effects of biochar derived from different halophyte species on saline soils, revealing changes in biochar properties with increasing pyrolysis temperature. Application of Tamarix chinensis and Phragmites australis biochars showed improvements in soil water and salt content, with potential for maintaining stable soil pH levels. This research provides valuable insights for selecting halophyte types and optimizing pyrolytic temperatures for halophyte biochar production in specific environmental conditions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Martin Brtnicky, Rahul Datta, Jiri Holatko, Lucie Bielska, Zygmunt M. Gusiatin, Jiri Kucerik, Tereza Hammerschmiedt, Subhan Danish, Maja Radziemska, Ludmila Mravcova, Shah Fahad, Antonin Kintl, Marek Sudoma, Niaz Ahmed, Vaclav Pecina
Summary: Biochar has received extensive attention for its multi-functionality in agricultural and environmental applications; however, concerns remain about its adverse effects on soil and organism health. Mitigation measures should be taken and a holistic approach considering both positive and negative effects of biochar should be adopted for future use.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Badal Mahalder, John S. Schwartz, Theresa M. Wynn-Thompson, Angelica M. Palomino, Jon Zirkle
Summary: This study compares estimates of critical shear stress and erodibility coefficient for cohesive stream banks/beds between an in situ minijet device and a laboratory pressurized conduit flume. The results show that the estimates of critical shear stress are generally consistent between the two devices for the same soils, but there are significant differences in erodibility estimates. The minijet device's multiple-pressure setting method provides more accurate estimations by considering the change in soil properties with depth. Both the conduit flume and minijet device show promising results in reducing the influence of surface subaerial processes on erodibility parameter measurements.
JOURNAL OF HYDRAULIC ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yunpeng Sun, Xin Zhang, Jingtian Xian, Jingsong Yang, Xiaobing Chen, Rongjiang Yao, Yongming Luo, Xiangping Wang, Wenping Xie, Dan Cao
Summary: This article investigated the correlation between electrical conductivity (EC) and pH in saline soil, which is useful for assessing saline-alkaline characteristics. The results showed a significant correlation between EC and pH in coastal saline soil. Applying plastic mulching and nitrogen fertilizer to nursery plots can improve the fertility and yield of saline soil.
Article
Biology
Ram Swaroop Bana, Vipin Kumar, Seema Sangwan, Teekam Singh, Annu Kumari, Sachin Dhanda, Rakesh Dawar, Samarth Godara, Vijay Singh
Summary: Chenopodium album L. and Chenopodium murale L. are two significant weed species that cause extensive damage to winter crops. This study investigates their germination behavior under various environmental conditions, revealing their ability to germinate over a wide range of conditions which may contribute to their spreading and establishment in new ecosystems. Understanding weed germination behavior is crucial for developing efficient weed management strategies.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mazhar Hussain, Daniel Levacher, Nathalie Leblanc, Hafida Zmamou, Irini Djeran-Maigre, Andry Razakamanantsoa
Summary: This study investigated the agronomic potential of Usumacinta River sediments and found that they can act as fertilizer, improve soil characteristics, and have potential applications in agriculture and protective development.