Environmental Soil Biogeochemistry

About us

We integrate theory, cutting-edge experiments, and advanced computational models to uncover the complex interactions between contaminants, soil, and water under dynamic environmental conditions, particularly those driven by climate change; driving innovative solutions for improved environmental management

Contaminated soils response to climate change

Our research explores how climate stressors like sea-level rise, saltwater flooding, drought, and wildfire reshape the binding and transformation of toxic metals and nutrients in soils, shedding light on critical environmental and agricultural challenges

Climate shifts, soil microbes, and contaminants fate

We examine the concurrent impacts of soil pollution and climatic stressors on soil microbial community structure and activity and the spread of antimicrobial resistance genes in contaminated areas

Predicting soil-driven water pollution with AI in a changing climate

We develop and apply machine learning models to predict the fate and transport of contaminants in soils, sediments, and water resources under dynamic environmental conditions

Colloidal transport of contaminants in porous media

We investigate the formation, release, and transport of colloids, their response to shifting environmental conditions, and their impact on surface and groundwater quality