Soil Biology Group
The Soil Biology (SBL) group regards soil life as key to sustainable (agro)ecosystems. We study the role of soil organisms in element (carbon, nutrient) transformations in soils. Our research is embedded in three themes: fertile soils; soil functional biodiversity; and soils and climate change. We have state-of-the-art laboratories which facilitate this research, both engaging in developmental research through PhD, MSc and funded projects and requested routine analyses for external clients.
Latest publications:
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Earthworm-enhanced phosphorus availability in soil : from unravelling the mechanisms to assessing its significance
Wageningen University. Promotor(en): J.W. van Groenigen, co-promotor(en): G.F. Koopmans. - Wageningen : Wageningen University - ISBN 9789464471892 - p. -
Research strategies to catalyze agroecological transitions in low‑ and middle‑income countries
Sustainability Science (2022). - ISSN 1862-4065 -
Carbon allocation to root exudates is maintained in mature temperate tree species under drought
New Phytologist (2022). - ISSN 0028-646X -
Earthworms as catalysts in the formation and stabilization of soil microbial necromass
Global Change Biology (2022). - ISSN 1354-1013 -
Soil Compaction Prevention, Amelioration and Alleviation Measures Are Effective in Mechanized and Smallholder Agriculture : A Meta-Analysis
Land 11 (2022)5. - ISSN 2073-445X
News and agenda:
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Four WUR students received the Thesis Award 2021 of the University Fund
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New framework and online tool to help understand the role of soil biota
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Soil science for all during Science Weekend
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Two new PhDs to strengthen Soil Science cluster research lines
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FULLY BOOKED! Soil Biology Lab Skills Course for Assessing Soil Functions (27 June- 1 July 2022)