Lectures related to Soil Formation

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 degradation

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

Soil Sciences: Main Soil Types in Switzerland

Covers the main soil types in Switzerland and their fertility and ecological functions.

Soil Biology: Fertility and Indicators

Explores the significance of biological fertility indicators in soil health.

Environmental Legislation and Soil Protection

Explores environmental legislation, soil contamination, and remediation strategies, emphasizing the importance of protecting soil fertility and public health.

Organic matter reactivity: Pools, Ageing, and Transformations

Explores the reactivity of organic matter in water systems, including pools, ageing, transformations, and their impact on biogeochemistry.

Soil Science: Organic Constituents

Explores the organic constituents of soil, including types, sources, and degradation.

Soil Diversity: Formation and Factors

Explores soil diversity, formation factors, and human impact on soil evolution.

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: Organic Matter Properties

Explores the properties of organic matter in soil and its role in trace element retention and soil aggregate stabilization.

Soil Biogeochemistry: Carbon Cycling and Redox Reactions

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

Organic Matter Transformation

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

Composting: A Sustainable Practice

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

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 Management: Sustainable Practices

Explores sustainable soil management practices, emphasizing the importance of organic matter and biodiversity.

Soil Fertility: Functions and Services

Explores soil fertility, functions, services, and their impact on ecosystem support, food production, and climate regulation.

Soil Science: Introduction

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

Soil Sciences: Brunisols and Luvisols

Explores the characteristics and fertility of Brunisols and Luvisols, emphasizing leaching intensity and soil evolution.

Soil Formation: Horizons and Factors

Delves into soil formation, horizons, and influencing factors, including climate, biology, and time.

Soil Mechanics: Characteristics and Classification

Explores soil characteristics, water content, density, plasticity, and classification methods in geotechnical engineering.