Ecosystems

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Ecological Research: Madagascar to Colombia

Explores an ecologist's journey from Madagascar to Colombia, covering peatlands, soil restoration, and oil palm plantations.

Soil Sciences: Living Organisms and Soil Structure

Delves into the functions of living organisms in soil and their impact on soil structure and plant growth.

Soil Science: Introduction and Functions

Covers the introduction to soil science, its ecosystem functions, the finite nature of soil, and its diverse functions like production and regulation.

Soil Composition and Living Organisms

Delves into the composition, properties, and living organisms in soil, highlighting their roles in nutrient cycling and ecosystem health.

Organic matter degradation

Explores the degradation of organic matter, the role of microorganisms, and the formation of humic substances in soils.

Organic matter degradation

Explores the composition and decomposition of organic matter in soils, highlighting the crucial role of microorganisms and the formation of humus.

Organic Matter Transformation

Explores organic matter transformation in soil, including humification and decomposition processes.

Soil Ecosystem Functions

Explores the functions and services of soil ecosystems, emphasizing their vital role in supporting biodiversity and regulating water and nutrients.

Nitrogen Cycle: Understanding Its Processes and Impacts

Covers the nitrogen cycle, its processes, and the impact of human activities on nitrogen levels in the environment.

Plant Nutrient Flows: Impacts of Global Change

Covers elemental ecology, nitrogen deposition impacts on tree growth, and experimental insights into nitrogen flows in grasslands.

Composting: A Sustainable Practice

Delves into composting benefits, materials, and practical vermicomposting techniques for sustainable soil enrichment.

Soil Biogeochemistry: Carbon Cycling and Redox Reactions

Delves into soil's role in the carbon cycle, redox reactions, and climate impact.

Soil Fertility: Swiss Context

Explores soil fertility in the Swiss context, covering indicators, measurements, nutrient assimilation, and crop yield limitations.

Nitrogen Cycle: Mechanisms and Microbial Processes

Discusses the nitrogen cycle, focusing on fixation, nitrification, and denitrification processes and their ecological significance.

Catchment Hydrology: Soil Structure & Environmental Dynamics

Delves into catchment hydrology, emphasizing soil structure's influence on environmental dynamics.

Sulfur and Nitrogen Cycles

Explores the environmental significance of sulfur and nitrogen cycles, including key microbial processes and organisms involved.

Anoxia in (sur)face environments

Delves into the effects of anoxia in surface environments, discussing organic matter decay, eutrophication, water stratification, and redox zonation.

Soil Science Fundamentals

Explores soil physical properties, types, and classifications, emphasizing porosity and drainage.

Soil Science: Introduction

Introduces the study of soils, emphasizing their non-renewable nature and limited availability worldwide.

Soil Water Dynamics: Physical Aspects

By the instructor explores the physical aspects of soil, focusing on water movement and soil properties.