Welcome to Soil Science

Soil Science consist of following branches.

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Soil Biology

Organisms living in the soil are critical to maintaining soil quality, ecosystem function, and soil structure. In turn, we study organisms that help prevent soil erosion, maintain water availability, and aid decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Soil Fertility

Our work in improving the fertility and quality of soils in a sustainable way is essential for continuing to grow healthy plants and crops in Oregon and beyond.

Soil Chemistry

We study the chemical composition, chemical properties, and chemical reactions that occur in soils, or that are related to environmental issues and soil quality.
Faculty studying soil chemistry.

Soil Physics

Understanding the physical properties of soils is important to proper soil and agronomic management, as well as water quality and climate change. We seek to understand the transport of energy, water, solutes, and gases throughout soil structures.