EGU Soil System Sciences Division
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Soil System Sciences Division (SSS) of the European Geosciences Union (EGU)
Just wrapped up an amazing
#Eurosoil2025
in Seville-Spain π Inspiring talks, great networking & exciting new soil science! Huge thanks to all organizers & participants π Onward to more collaboration & sustainable solutions π±
#Eurosoil2025
#SoilScience
#Seville
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π¨ Final reminder! The
#EGU26
SSS Division is still accepting session proposals, but the deadline is TOMORROW β³ Donβt miss your chance to contribute!
#SoilScience
#EGU_SSS
#ECS
#ScienceCareers
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Did you know? In Iceland, volcanic ash weathers into some of the worldβs youngest soils: Andisols! π Rich in minerals, they support hardy plants in a tough climate. Soil isnβt just dirt; itβs living history beneath our feet. πͺ±
#EGU
#SoilScience
#GlobalSoils
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22 days ago
EGU 2025 autumn
#elections
are coming! π³οΈ
#Vote
from from 3 to 25 November 2025 for the Union President, General Secretary, ECS Rep & Division Presidents.
#Nominate
yourself or others by 3 September 2025 ! π More details:
egu.eu/7XQD4R
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π± SSS Newsletter #2 β August 2025 is out! Discover the latest in soil science, ERC grants, journal highlights, workshops, and more. Find all details here: π
www.linkedin.com/company/1068...
π Follow us to keep informed, and join the conversation!
#EGU26
#Newsletter
#EGU_SSS
#SoilScience
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27 days ago
Are you struggling to
#write
about your
#research
for a non-specialist audience? Don't miss this
#webinar
on best practices and techniques in academic writing to help you communicate and engage more efficiently with the
#general
#public
. π Register here:
egu.eu/8DDSBL
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π 9 Sept 2025 | 2 PM (Paris) Want to make your research shine for everyone, not just scientists? β¨ Join us to the webinar: βHow do you write about your research for non-specialist audience?β
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Speakers: Geoff Marsh & Natalia Deane.
#wrbinar
#WritingSkills
#EGU-SSS
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Popular Science Writing: From Blogs to Press Releases . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
How do you write about your research for a non-specialist audience? In this webinar, learn how to to engage different audiences by using captivating prose, impactful structure and how to effectively e...
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AmHF_I3ZSSi96NaQ8J_u0g#/registration
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about 1 month ago
Are you struggling to
#write
about your
#research
for a non-specialist audience? Don't miss this
#webinar
on best practices and techniques in academic writing to help you communicate and engage more efficiently with the
#general
#public
. π Register here:
egu.eu/8DDSBL
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π¨ Call for session proposals! The
#EGU26
SSS Division is accepting ideas for sessions. Help shape the programme: π± soils, sustainability, climate, land use, and beyond. π Deadline: 16 Sept 2025 π
meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU26/provis...
#SoilScience
#EGU_SSS
#ECS
#ScienceCareers
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Call for session proposals
https://meetingorganizer.copernicus.org/EGU26/provisionalprogramme/5873
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π¨ Stay up-to-date on soil science jobs & internships! Looking for your next opportunity in
#SoilScience
or related fields? Check out the latest listings from the EGU portal: π
www.egu.eu/jobs/?divisi...
#SoilScience
#EGU_SSS
#ECS
#ScienceCareers
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Search for jobs
EGU, the European Geosciences Union, is Europeβs premier geosciences union, dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences for the benefit of humanity, worldwide.
https://www.egu.eu/jobs/?division=20
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π¨ Freshly dropped: The first newsletter from @EGU_SSS is out now! π π°
www.egu.eu/newsletter/s...
Dive into fresh soil research π§βπ¬π©βπ¬, and get the latest on upcoming soil science events π± π‘ Got ideas? You can contribute too π
#SoilScience
#EGU
#SSS
#SoilCommunity
#AcademicLife
#OpenGeoSci
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[EGU SSS list] Newsletter n. 1
https://www.egu.eu/newsletter/sss/1/html/
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The call for
#session
#proposals
for the
#EGU26
General Assembly is now open! Submit short course ideas and/or proposals for Union Symposia and Great Debates by 16 September 2025. π Submit your proposals here:
egu.eu/60GYS7
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π¨ Call for Contents π¨ Dear SSS members, share your latest soil science journey with us! What to share: π Paper highlights & insights π¬ Research snapshots & stories π Conference news & recaps π¬ Submit:
[email protected]
before 15 August 2025
#SoilScience
#EGU
#EGUSSS
#SciComm
#CallForContent
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π± Meet the SSS ECS Team! π Weβre excited to introduce the ECS Team of the EGU SSS Division! Theyβre shaping the future of soil science through research, community building & outreach. π Learn more in our first blog post! π
blogs.egu.eu/divisions/sss/
#SoilScience
#EGU_SSS
#ECS
#ScienceCommunity
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Soil System Sciences
A blog hosted by the European Geosciences Union
https://blogs.egu.eu/divisions/sss/
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A video protocol for extracting & identifying microplastics in farmland soils π± π‘ Easy-to-follow and optimised for standardisation across studies π₯ From sample to ΞΌFTIR: everything's covered in this JoVE video + article π
dx.doi.org/10.3791/67064
#SoilScience
#Microplastics
#EGU_SSS
#SoilPollution
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Separation and Identification of Conventional Microplastics from Farmland Soils
China Agricultural University. Presented here is a method for extracting microplastics from soil and identifying their polymer types. The method has been optimized for execution, applicability, and c...
http://dx.doi.org/10.3791/67064
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π§ New series: Soil System Science β Term of the Month! July: Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) π Research links CEC to magnetic susceptibility (ΞΊ*) in EU soils for faster field estimates. π Mendoza Veirana et al. 2024
doi.org/10.5194/egus...
#SoilScience
#CEC
#EGU_SSS
#TermOfTheMonth#OpenScience
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Exploring the link between cation exchange capacity and magnetic susceptibility
Abstract. This study explores the relationship between soil magnetic susceptibility (π ) and cation exchange capacity (πΆπΈπΆ) across diverse European soils, aiming to enhance pedotransfer functions (PTFs...
https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-3306
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π Throwback to EGUβ―2025! Still pumped from the "Agrogeophysics: understanding soil plant water interactions" session (SSS9.5) - where geophysics met root dynamics in a super insightful talk! π± πWho else found that fusion of disciplines super stimulating?
#EGU25
#SoilScience
#TB
#Agrogeophysics
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π’π Fascinating soil research alert! This publication is a perfect example of how technology and process-based models can deepen our understanding of soil dynamics. π Worth a read for anyone into erosion modelling or soil mapping:
doi.org/10.5194/soil...
#SoilScience
#Erosion
#OpenScience
#EGU-SSS
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Using 3D observations with high spatio-temporal resolution to calibrate and evaluate a process-focused cellular automaton model of soil erosion by water
Abstract. Future global change is likely to give rise to novel combinations of the factors which enhance or inhibit soil erosion by water. Thus, there is a need for erosion models, necessarily process...
https://doi.org/10.5194/soil-11-413-2025
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π Soils make noise! Scientists have recorded the sounds of roots growing and worms moving underground. The research, led by the University of Warwick, was even featured by the BBC! π
www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/68...
Itβs a hidden symphony of soil life!
#SoilScience
#EGU
#ECS
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Soil sounds: Why scientists are listening to 'noisy' worms
Researchers have been studying the sounds of the underground.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/68847885
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Are you an early-career researcher in soil science? π± Join the EGU Soil System Sciences ECS mailing list to stay updated! π° Blog posts π’ Events & opportunities β¨ Community news π Sign up here:
www.egu.eu/sss/
Letβs grow the soil science community together π
#SoilScience
#EGU
#ECS
#SoilResearchers
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Division on Soil System Sciences
EGU, the European Geosciences Union, is Europeβs premier geosciences union, dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences for the benefit of humanity, worldwide.
https://www.egu.eu/sss/
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Check out this month's
#EguPolicy
newsletter! Discover the latest highlights in
#Sci4Pol
opportunities and events! Stay updated & read more hereπ :
egu.eu/2ZHOXS
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4 months ago
Dear Soil Science friends! There are so many brilliant geoscientists out there who deserve a recognition for their excellent research (e.g. the Alina Kabata-Pendias Medal of the
@egu-sss.bsky.social
). If you know somebody who you think should get one of the awards, please nominate them π
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Join us on the first Monday of every month for this
#webinarseries
to discuss how researchers can more effectively engage with
#policymaking
. Get the scoop on upcoming science for policy opportunities! Join the discussion and ask your questionsπ ! π Register here:
egu.eu/7L9YUE
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Applications are now open for EGUβs 2025 Distinguished Lecture Series for Secondary/High Schools and Higher Education! You can request to host a lecture at your
#EducationalInstitution
in
#Europe
, with financial support of up to β¬1400. π Application deadline is 10 June 2025. π:
egu.eu/4E95GT
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π Climate of the Past 20th Anniversary π Mark your calendars for this
#webinar
with two invited speakers, Sebastian Bathiany & Christo Bruizert on Wednesday, 11 June 2025 at 16:00 CEST, exploring Past Abrupt
#ClimateChanges
and Tipping Points. π Register here:
egu.eu/458YBV
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πΏ Nominate for the Alina Kabata-Pendias Medal π The Soil System Sciences Division is accepting nominations for the Alina Kabata-Pendias Medal, honoring pioneering contributions to soil-plant-organism systems and their sensitivity to global change. Deadline: 15 June 2025 More Info: EGU Nominations
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Want to bring
#geoscience
to the public in a
#creative
way? Apply for the EGU Public Engagement Grants 2025! β¬1500 to be awarded for up to three
#projects
that communicate geoscience to wider
#audiences
. Apply NOW! π The deadline for applications is 17 June 2025. π Learn more here:
egu.eu/9A8PE8
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π± Looking ahead to
#EGU26
, the SSS ECS team is expanding! Passionate about soil science & science comms? Join us for βοΈ EGU SSS Blog π€ ECS events π§ Outreach & webinars Your voice matters to shape the future of soil science! π©
[email protected]
,
[email protected]
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Soil System Sciences
A blog hosted by the European Geosciences Union
https://blogs.egu.eu/divisions/sss
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Throwback to an amazing week at
#EGU25
!
#EGU25
in numbers: π20,984 registered attendees from 120 countries π£οΈ18,934 presentations π¨2 artists in residence: π
egu.eu/4T1RMA
π
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And more...β¨ Thanks for attending π₯³! Read more here:
egu.eu/778F1Y
π Watch the full video :
egu.eu/5B4GAG
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π EGU Awards & Medals 2026 nominations are open! Celebrate excellence in geoscience research, outreach, journalism & policy. ποΈ Deadline: 15 June 2025 π
www.egu.eu/awards-medals
#EGU
#Geoscience
#SciComm
#SciencePolicy
#STEMRoleModels
#Awards
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EGU awards & medals
EGU, the European Geosciences Union, is Europeβs premier geosciences union, dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences for the benefit of humanity, worldwide.
https://www.egu.eu/awards-medals
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π‘EGUβs Special Activity Fund 2026 is open! Apply by 13 June for funding (20β30kβ¬+) for bold, high-impact, not-for-profit projects. Info:
egu.eu/awards-medal...
#EGU
#Geoscience
#ScienceOutreach
#SciComm
#SciFunding
#InclusionInSTEM
#EarthScience
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Interested in learning how to answer an EU consultation? Don't miss this webinar on Wednesday, 21 May, led by Kelsey Betz, where you will gain a stronger understanding of how to effectively communicate your expertise to policy-makers. π Register here:
egu.eu/9LBNXQ
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We want to hear from you about EGU25!! Thank you so much for joining us at
#EGU25
- we are very keen to collect as much feedback as possible from you about every aspect of the meeting, so please fill out the
#EGU25
Feedback Survey:
www.egu25.eu/feedback
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#EGU25
may have come to a close, but what if you haven't quite had enough yet? Maybe you want to catch up on a Medal Lecture you missed? Or leave a comment on an abstract's Supplementary Materials? Well don't worry - all
#EGU25
materials are available online until 31 May 2025!
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Don't miss out on all the exciting science and community next year - mark your calendar today for
#EGU26
! To be held in Vienna and online between 3-8 May 2026! More information available soon:
www.egu26.eu
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Diana Vieira
5 months ago
Highlights of the day! Wonderful gathering at the EDI boot with
@alicejohannes.bsky.social
#soilscienceladies
Also our
@egu-sss.bsky.social
division! Let's network people.
#soil
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How was your first day at
#EGU25
? Tomorrow, you can meet the SSS team at the division meeting (12.45-13.45, Room K2). Besides the scientific program, also check out the short courses and community-led events.
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Presenting data at
#EGU25
is fun, but.. how to publish it? Thinking about writing your first paper but not sure how the publishing process works? Asked to review a paper but unclear what to do? Meet with Karen & Mario of EGU's journal Ocean Science, to ask any questions! Thu 15-16h, EGU booth.
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Are you attending the EGU GA for the first time? It can be overwhelming, we know! These two events might be a good place for you to meet other first-time attendees. You can also always come to the ECS booth in the poster hall, with questions or for a chat.
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Three ways to find your way through the
#EGU25
program: - the mobile app EGU25 (Android and iOS) - the personal program function on the website, or - this external application that was developed to find interesting sessions based on your favorite abstracts:
web.app.ufz.de/egu_session_...
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Curious about the
#ECS
events and sessions during
#EGU25
? Since half of EGUβs members are Early Career Scientists, we dedicated this
#WhatsOnEGU25
blog post series to highlight all sessions, events and opportunities for Early Career Scientists at
#EGU25
. π Find out more here:
egu.eu/2JPVWA
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The EGU GA is a perfect moment to meet other scientist. At the conference center, but also at some fun activities. Join the second edition of the EGU-themed scavenger hunt! Youβll be paired up and tasked for an hour of exploration inside Viennaβs iconic Natural History Museum βfree entry included!
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Are you already creating your personal program for EGU25? The division meeting of the Soil System Science division takes place on Tue, 29 Apr, 12:45β13:45 (CEST) in Room K2. Everyone is invited to join, also early career scientists. Lunch bags will be provided.
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π£ The 2nd Summer School on Advanced Soil Physics is happening 8β12 Sept 2025 at UCLouvain, Belgium! π± Open to MSc/PhD students & early-career researchers in soil physics, plant physiology, water mgmt & env sciences. π
go.fzj.de/summer-schoo..
. π§ Mona Giraud:
[email protected]
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π Hello Bluesky! We're the EGU SSS Division, exploring everything from soil processes to sustainability and planetary health. We've officially moved here and are excited to connect with you all. Follow us for updates on research, events, and community highlights!
#EGU
#SoilScience
#SoilSystems
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