RESEARCH NEWS

• Maize Roots Adapt to Different Tillage Practices, Chinese Study Finds

  A study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences has revealed how maize roots change their traits in response to different tillage practices, such as no tillage (NT) and conventional tillage (CT).

  Mar 14, 2024
• Multiple Processes Shape Plant Ecological Uniqueness in Northeast China’s Forests

  Scientists from the Institute of Applied Ecology (IAE), Chinese Academy of Sciences, have made progress in understanding the driving mechanisms of the uniqueness of plant species composition in different life forms.

  Mar 14, 2024
• Both Microbial Thermal Adaptation and Substrate Availability Matter In Soil Carbon Cycle

  A new study has shed light on how soil microorganisms, which are crucial for the carbon cycle, adapt to different levels of temperature and organic matter availability.

  Feb 28, 2024
• Good News for City Trees: Study Finds Resilience Against Air Pollution and Warming

  Urban trees, a vital part of our cities' lungs, offer hope in the face of rising air pollution and warming temperatures. A new study by the Chinese Academy of Sciences reveals their capacity to adapt to these combined stresses, providing valuable insights for managing urban forests.

  Feb 26, 2024
• Scientists Lead the Way in Sustainable Manure Management for Black Soil Conservation

  (Shenyang, China) Researchers are paving the way for a more sustainable future of agriculture with groundbreaking advancements in livestock manure utilization. The Institute of Applied Ecology (IAE) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is tackling the crucial challenge of black soil conservation in Northeastern China through innovative methods that prioritize agricultural practices and circular economy principles.

  Feb 26, 2024
• Chinese Scientists Give Degraded Grasslands a Helping Hand from Nature

  Turning around the fate of overgrazed grasslands just got easier? A team of researchers found that tiny but mighty soil organisms could offer a key to restoration.

  Feb 26, 2024
• Minerals in Soil Shield Microbial Remains, Aiding Carbon Storage

  A new study by Chinese researchers has revealed that soil minerals play a crucial role in protecting the remnants of dead microbes, thereby promoting carbon and nitrogen storage in the soil.

  Feb 01, 2024
• New Material Developed for Remediating Soil from Livestock Farms

  Scientists have developed a new material that effectively remediates soil co-contaminated with heavy metals and antibiotics, a common problem due to livestock farming.

  Feb 01, 2024
• New Study Reveals Seasonal Variation in Soil Ammonia Emissions

  A new study by researchers of the Chinese Academy of Sciences shows that the amount of ammonia (NH3) released from agricultural soil varies significantly throughout the year. This finding has crucial implications for understanding air quality and managing nitrogen pollution.

  Feb 01, 2024
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  Researchers Develop New Plant-derived Urease Inhibitor

  Researchers from the Institute of Applied Ecology (IAE) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have developed a new plant-based inhibitor that can improve the efficiency and stability of fertilizers. The inhibitor, derived from natural plants, can slow down the breakdown of urea in the soil and increase the nitrogen uptake by crops. The research team has obtained a U.S. patent for their invention, which is the first of its kind in China.

  Jan 12, 2024