Society Science
Strange Travels
A special section of Vadose Zone Journal follows the unusual journey of transport phenomena in fractured materials, with an eye on the potential movements of hazardous wastes.
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3-D Laser Scanning: A New Soil Quality Measurement
Researchers report in the Soil Science Society of America Journal that 3-D laser scanning can provide a more thorough analysis of a soil’s quality, helping to further understand how healthy crops are produced.
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 Smithsonian Soils Exhibition
- A state proclamation was recently passed by the Nebraska state legislature and signed by Governor Dave Heineman that recognizes "the inclusion of the Holdrege, NE soil into the Smithsonian Natural History Museum." View Proclamation>>
- "An Experience of a Lifetime," is the first-person account of the Smithsonian's soils exhibit opening, written by Jim Culver, retired USDA-NRCS soil scientist, for The Auger, the newsletter of the Minnesota Association of Professional Soil Scientists. Read the Article(PDF)>>
- Discover the amazing world of soils with images and information about the Dig It! The Secrets of Soil exhibit at the Smithsonian's new Dig It! website.
- Help kids explore the world of soil with SSSA's SOIL! Get the Inside Scoop. Packed full of color images and fascinating facts, the book will help students better understand soils. Share with a library, classroom, or child for $16 (member price). More Info>>
Headlines
Managing Carbon Loss
EurekAlert Earth Science 12/03/2008
Plant-Breeding Technique Could Pull Millions Out of Hunger
UN News Centre 12/02/2008
Ecological Impact of African Cities
EurekAlert Earth Science 12/02/2008
Biofuel Plantations on Tropical Lands Bad for Climate
EurekAlert Earth Science 12/01/2008
Rivers are Carbon Processors, Not Inert Pipelines
EurekAlert Earth Science 12/01/2008
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Society News
Annual Meetings Site Launches
Check out the 2009 Annual Meetings website, loaded with information for attendees and exhibitors about the meeting, Nov. 1-5 in Pittsburgh, PA. This year's meeting theme is, "Footprints in the Landscape: Sustainability through Plant and Soil Sciences."
December CSA News posted
Read the December issue of CSA News online for the latest news, including:
- Avoiding a water crisis;
- Hope for science in the Obama Administration?; and
- Resource helps early career faculty find work-life balances
Award Photos from Houston
Photos taken at the Joint Annual Meeting Awards Ceremonies are available to view and download. The Awards Program, featuring recipients' biographical information, is also available.
Awards Program (PDF) | ASA Awards Photos | CSSA Awards Photos | SSSA Awards Photos
Soil Science: Step-by-Step Field Analysis
Readers of the new SSSA publication, Soil Science: Step-by-Step Field Analysis, will learn practical procedures and tips for conducting "real-world" site-specific activities for improved natural resource management. The 255-page book features a water-resistant softcover and coil binding -- perfect for field work. Written for crop consultants, agronomists, environmental consultants, students, and teachers, order your copy for $60 (member price): online, by phone 608-268-4960, or email books soils.org
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