The input of fresh organic matter, and the induced priming effect (PE), has long been recognized as a critical regulator of ...

A research team reveals that the way plant residues transform into humic substances can profoundly reshape soil microbial ...

Printed sensors for in-situ determination of microbial decomposition activity in soils and other living media by monitoring rates of biodegradation of electronic materials.

Composting is a natural process that involves the decomposition of organic materials, such as food scraps, yard waste, and ...