By Diego Luciano Nascimento, Francisco S\u00e9rgio Bernardes Ladeira Memories of the deep past: The importance of the soil memory concept for paleopedology studies online: March 2025 CATENA, Vol. 254, Special issue \u2018Soil Memory\u2019, 30 June 2025, 108945; DOI: 10.1016\/j.catena.2025.108945<\/a><\/p>\n The aim of this paper is to engage in a reflective exercise on the role played by the soil memory concept as an epistemic tool to overcome contingency, underdetermination, and equifinality\u2014common phenomena within historical sciences\u2014in interpretation of paleosols. The soil memory concept is related to the capacity of soil record information about soil forming factors and pedogenic processes in their characteristics. This work discusses how soil memory serves as a conceptual and methodological framework that facilitates the establishment of analogical reasoning in paleopedology. Soil memory in paleopedology identifies regularities between paleosols and soils, linking different pedogenic characteristics and processes across various spatial and temporal scales, thereby allowing paleoenvironmental explanation. Soil memory provides an \u2019experimental context\u2019 to emphasize the observed regularities between different objects, such as Precambrian and Quaternary paleosols at different scales. Soil memory is not a definitive explanation but rather an open, dynamic, and exploratory tool that helps guide subsequent research steps and refine questions based on weak and in some cases unrelated evidence. Recent years have seen increased interest in the capacity of historical sciences, particularly geology and paleontology, to provide comprehensive explanations for complex events from the deep past. Integrating paleopedology into this discussion enhances our understanding of how scientific knowledge about past environments is constructed, and how the historical sciences contribute to scientific explanations.<\/p>\n By Curtis Monger, Maria Bronnikova Soil memory of bioclimatic changes in the northern Chihuahuan Desert, USA, online: March 2025, CATENA, Volume 254, Special issue \u2018Soil Memory\u2019 Article Number 108944, 30 June 2025, https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.catena.2025.108944<\/a><\/p>\n The purpose of this paper is to examine the soil memory concept at three landforms (piedmont slope, Rio Grande valley border, and basin floor) in a region in the northern Chihuahuan Desert that has been studied for six decades as part of a USDA Desert Soil Geomorphology Project and Jornada Experimental Range. By Peter K\u00fchn Understanding colluvial deposits CATENA, Volume 254, 30 June 2025, 108963; During the Holocene, humans have decisively shaped their environment by becoming ecosystem engineers. The advent of sedentism led to the expansion of agricultural areas, unintentionally causing widespread soil erosion, forming colluvial deposits. These often multi-layered colluvial deposits, which particularly occur along slopes and depressions, serve as crucial geoarchives of human-environment interactions. Using a simplified erosion\u2013deposition model of the formation of multi-layered colluvial deposits without considering pre-burial postdepositional processes in each colluvial layer can lead to incorrect interpretations or, at best, to an underestimation of the high value of colluvium as geoarchive. Therefore, this study discusses different scenarios of possible pre-burial postdepositional changes in soil properties of individual colluvial layers, with and without human influence, and how these changes may affect the interpretation of dating results. After the deposition of a colluvial layer, influences such as ongoing agricultural activities can homogenise the respective layer, so that it is an analytical challenge to distinguish between originally successive erosion\/deposition events and ultimately to establish a robust model age for the time of their deposition. By integrating high-resolution archaeopedological analyses, we explore how agricultural activities and pedogenic processes alter post-depositional soil properties, complicating the distinction between successive deposition events. The findings highlight the importance of considering non-linear correlations and post-depositional changes to establish accurate models of land-use history and erosion\/deposition events.<\/p>\n Awards<\/strong><\/p>\n IUSS is seeking nominations for general awards, medals, and prizes for the 2026 WCSS. From research accomplishments to contributions in soil science, there are opportunities for both new and established researchers and scientists. Nomination instructions and award details can be found at https:\/\/www.iuss.org\/awards-medals-and-prizes\/<\/a> 2025 IUSS World Soil of the Year<\/strong><\/p>\n The \u201cGleysol – Hydromorphic soil supporting forest growth in the steppe region from the Carpathian Basin\u201d, has been officially named the World Soil of the Year 2025. This soil was proposed by the Hungarian Soil Science Society. It highlights the significance of these unique soils that have a large global coverage, occurring in nearly all climates. More information on the World Soil of the Year the Gleysol from the Carpatian Plain can found here: World Soil of the Year elections<\/strong> 2nd Workshop on Soil degradation control, remediation and reclamation<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> 9th -11th June 2025 Organized by: Commission 3.5 of the International Union of Soil Sciences, Institute of Soil Science, Agrotechnologies and Plant protection Nikola Poushkarov (ISSAPPNP), Agricultural Academy in cooperation with the Potsdam University and Wroc\u0142aw University of Environmental and Life Sciences.<\/p>\n BSSS – The British Society of Soil Science<\/strong><\/span> Announce the launch of our new podcast, Soil Matters, a platform dedicated to bridging the gap between cutting-edge scientific research and real-world application. BSSS Soil Training Courses<\/strong><\/p>\n These Working Soil training courses are a great opportunity for or update your knowledge and practical skills. This course is held over two days, with the first day on-line and the second in the field. It is aimed at researchers and others who want to gain a perspective of how their local field experimental sites and their results fit into the current picture of soil variation at UK and, in particular global scales. You can find out more about the course: British Society of Soil Science – Authorization required<\/a>.<\/p>\n BSSS Zoom into Soil Webinar: SUM Journal and Phosphorus Use Efficiency<\/strong> A Practical Introduction to Soils in Great Britain<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> Wednesday 30 April – Thursday 1 May 2025 This course covers two days and is targeted at people who want to improve their field soil description and identification skills. It includes introductory presentations, practical sessions on soil description techniques and then field visits to demonstrate a range of soil types and to hone your profile description skills. You can find out more about the course: British Society of Soil Science – A Practical Introduction to Soils in Great Britain (Coleg Cambria, Llysfasi)<\/a>. U.S. National Committee for Soil Sciences (USNC\/SS)<\/strong><\/p>\n Soils Speak: Communicating Science through Storytelling, Artificial Intelligence, and Modern Visualization with the U.S. National Committee for Soil Sciences<\/strong> AFES – Association Fran\u00e7aise pour l\u2019\u00c9tude des Sols<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> July 7th \u2013 11st, 2025 2025 Soil Study Days: A Meeting Place for Francophone Researchers and Professionals. The 17th edition of the Soil Study Days (JES 2025) will take place in Geneva from July 7 to 11, 2025, welcoming researchers and professionals working in the field of soil science. JES 2025 is organized by the Geneva School of Landscape, Engineering, and Architecture (HEPIA) and the French Association for Soil Studies, in close collaboration with the Swiss Soil Science Society. 2025 will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, fostering connections among the French-speaking soil science community and beyond.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.afes.fr\/nos-missions\/animer\/jes\/les-journees-detude-des-sols-2025\/<\/a><\/p>\n Canadian Society of Soil Science<\/strong><\/p>\n Soils For Our Future – A Gathering of Global to Local Perspectives<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> July 20th-25th, 2025 The SOILS FOR OUR FUTURE 2025 brings together three conference events: 5th Global Soil Security Conference, Canadian Society of Soil Science Annual Meeting, and International Union of Soil Sciences Division 1 – Soils in Space and Time Meeting. Hosted by the Soil Conservation Council of Canada and the Manitoba Soil Science Society. With over 700 researchers, industry members, leaders of farmer organizations, graduate students and other attendees, SOILS FOR OUR FUTURE 2025 provides a global perspective to today\u2019s research to sustain our future. Spanning five days, the conference provides attendees of the events to meet in plenary\/technical sessions with their individual organizations and for all to come together in keynote sessions, tradeshow, posters, workshops and field tours. Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/site.pheedloop.com\/event\/EVEYHOPOMAGWN\/home<\/a><\/p>\n SISS – Societ\u00e0 Italiana della Scienza del Suolo<\/strong><\/p>\n International \u201cAntonio Berlese\u201d Summer School (ABSS) Soil Fauna: Applied Ecology and Systematics \u2013 First edition<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> September 1st-5th, 2025 Key Info<\/strong> Course Objectives:<\/strong> More information:<\/strong> European Confederation of Soil Science Societies<\/strong><\/p>\n VII INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE ECSSS<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> September 8th – 12th, 2025 EUROSOIL is the official meeting of the European Confederation of Soil Science Societies (ECSSS). It is held every four years and is one of Europe\u2019s most important Soil Sciences events. It provides an excellent opportunity for knowledge transfer among the Soil Sciences community. Over 2000 participants are expected to attend the event and present their findings through oral and poster presentations encompassing all scientific aspects of Soil Science. The event will also feature workshops, and an exhibition of products and services aimed at raising awareness in society, facilitating the exchange of ideas and information, and creating business opportunities offering a platform for researchers, scholars and professionals to exchange knowledge, insights, and innovations. Additionally, during this edition of EUROSOIL, the Iberian Congress of Soil Sciences (CICS) will also be held along with the 1st European Soil Judging Contest in Alicante, one week before the event in Seville.<\/p>\n Registration:<\/strong> Abstracts Submission:<\/strong> Deadline:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> e-mail:<\/strong> eurosoil@viajeseci.es<\/a><\/p>\n Austrian Soil Science Society<\/strong><\/p>\n International Symposium 2025<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> September 24th-26th, 2025 It is undeniable the major role of soils in ecosystem functions at very different spatial and temporal scales (local and global) from microscopic to macroscopic phenomena. In view of the great demand for information regarding best practices for soil use and management, as well as remediation, new methods traditionally used in other areas have come into play to provide a better understanding of important soil processes and functions. With the arrival of powerful and more efficient computers, molecular modeling has become an important tool, offering insights into scales unattainable experimentally, being able to simulate complex molecular systems. The application of such methods in soil science has proven success to understand the interactions within soil at microscopic level, key to determine the fate of pollutants. Registration deadline:<\/strong> July 18, 2025 SUITMA13 International Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> October 5th – 9th, 2025 The Research Institute on Terrestrial Ecosystems (IRET) of the National Research Council (CNR) on behalf of the International Union of Soil Science (IUSS), is pleased to invite colleagues from all around the world to participate in the SUITMA (Soils of Urban, Industrial, Traffic, Mining and Military Areas) 13th international conference, which will be held in Pisa, Italy, from the 5 -9 October 2025, at the CNR (Italian National Research Council) in Pisa. Deadlines:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.iuss.org\/events\/suitma13\/<\/a> Field International Workshop on Paleopedology \u201cDeciphering the ancient anthropic landscape transformation in the southern Maya lowlands in Mexico\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> February 19th \u2013 25th, 2026 The workshop objective is to show different landscapes occupied by the ancient Mayas, from the northern alluvial plain of the Usumacinta River, where people mainly developed small and rural towns, to the highlands at Sierra de Chiapas, where monumental and well-organized cities were constructed. The workshop will consist of two-day conferences and five days of field excursions. During the first two days of the workshop, oral and poster presentations will be conducted. The scientific topics include: Conference Organizers: Soil Science Society of China (SSSC)<\/strong> Workshop on Palaeosoil Analysis in Late Glacial Sandy Terrains Across Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> May 5th -7th, 2025 This is a workshop on late glacial palaeosoils in sandy terrains across Europe of the multidisciplinary international team of the TERPRO INQUA Project PAST Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/inqua.org\/recent-developments\/workshop-on-palaeosoil-analysis-in-late-glacial-sandy-terrains-across-europe<\/a><\/p>\n 15th National Conference on Biodiversity<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> June 3rd – 6th, 2025 The 15th National Congress on Biodiversity, will be organized by the Department of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences (DSA3) of the University of Perugia, in cooperation with the Accademia delle Scienze della Biodiversit\u00e0 Mediterranea (ASBM).<\/p>\n The 15th National Conference on Biodiversity will promote and disseminate the latest basic and applied scientific knowledge on the study, conservation and sustainable use of animal, plant, insect, and microbial diversity within the Academic, Scientific and Institutional world. The topic of the Conference, “Biodiversity in the 21st century: new paradigms for new challenges”, was chosen to provide answers to the new challenges imposed by the growing impact of human activities and climate change on biological diversity in natural and agricultural ecosystems, suggesting possible solutions and defining innovative intervention models, both aimed at in-situ and ex-situ conservation, as well as sustainable enhancement, also in light of the principles of circular economy, in line with the EU strategies envisaged within the European Green Deal. Important Dates<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> Perugia Biodiversity 2025<\/a><\/p>\n 18th International Symposium on Soil and Plant Analysis.<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> June 9th -13rd, 2025 The Soil and Plant Analysis Council (SPAC) announces that registration, sponsorship opportunities, and a call for abstracts for the 18th International Symposium on Soil and Plant Analysis (ISSPA) are now open. The meeting of ISSPA 2025 is hosted by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and North Carolina State University and will take place in Durham, North Carolina, USA, June 9 \u2013 13, 2025, in partnership with the Australasian Soil and Plant Analysis Council, Agri-Laboratory Association of Southern Africa, and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization’s Global Soil Partnership.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> International Symposium on Soil and Plant Analysis (ISSPA)<\/a>; info@isspasymposium.org<\/a><\/p>\n 17th Symposium on Bacterial Genetics and Ecology – BAGECO 2025 – Bacteria drive our planet’s health<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> July 1st – 4th, 2025 Main topics of the symposium are: Read more:<\/strong> https:\/\/bageco.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n Global Conference on Sandy Soils<\/strong> Date:<\/strong> July 21st-24th, 2025 This conference will build and strengthen the international network of researchers with expertise on sandy soils. The conference theme \u2018Shifting Sands to Sustainable Solutions\u2019 is focused the challenges of managing and protecting the natural capital of sandy soils in the face of a changing climate.<\/p>\n Main topics of the symposium are: Key dates:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> www.sandysoils.org<\/a><\/p>\n 13th Symposium on Earthworm Ecology – ISEE13<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> August 23rd-28th, 2025 This edition’s theme, “From the lab to the field, from the field to the lab,” reflects the commitment to bridging experimental and real-world studies\u2014both essential for advancing earthworm research. ISEE13 will provide a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, with a strong focus on early-career researchers who are at the forefront of addressing global challenges that impact, or are influenced by, earthworms.<\/p>\n Read more:<\/strong> event.wur.nl\/isee13\/home-2<\/a><\/p>\n The 10th International Acid Sulfate Soils Conference<\/strong> We are delighted to invite you to the 10th edition of the International Acid Sulfate Soils Conference (IASSC), celebrating over three decades of groundbreaking research and collaboration in the field of acid sulfate soils. As the leading interdisciplinary platform for acid sulfate soil research, management, and policy development, the IASSC brings together researchers, industry professionals, environmental managers, and policymakers from around the world to share knowledge and advance the field. Over the course of three days, the conference will feature a rich program of oral and poster presentations, highlighting the latest research and cutting-edge advancements in the field. In addition to the main conference sessions, we are excited to offer pre- and post-conference excursions that will explore the unique landscapes and environmental challenges of northern Sweden and Finland. These excursions will provide valuable insights into the practical applications of acid sulfate soil management in the region, offering a unique opportunity to engage with local experts and experience the environment firsthand. For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to our conference team. The 6th WASWAC World Conference. Resilient Landscapes: Innovations and Traditions in Climate-Adaptive Soil and Water Conservation (RISE-SWC)<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong> September 15th-17th, 2025 World Association for Soil and Water Conservation (WASWAC), in collaboration with the Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA), organizes the 6th WASWAC World Conference. The conference will provide an exchange platform for soil and water resources conservation on a global scale, fostering collaboration among scientists, experts, policymakers, and practitioners from around the world. The conference aims to propose actionable solutions that can strengthen global efforts to combat climate change impacts on soil and water systems, support sustainable development, and promote technological and scientific advancements in these critical fields.<\/p>\n Sub-themes:<\/strong> Deadlines:<\/strong> Read more:<\/strong> Innovation in climate research for societal transformation- Conference SISC2025<\/strong>
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\nOn each of the three landforms, the soil memory concept supports previous chronosequence and progressive-regressive pedogenic models that describe the transformation of a lithomatrix into a pedomatrix. Palimpsest-wise and book-wise memory, combined with landform memory (stepped fan-terraces), provide evidence of alternating landscape stability (soil formation) and instability (erosion) ranging in magnitude from overgrazing within the last 180 years to the major glacial\/interglacial cycles within the last 800,000 years. Carbon isotopic analysis in combination with the soil memory model indicates an increase in C3 desert shrubs during the recent overgrazing high-erosion period and during the mid-Holocene aridity period, but otherwise indicates a system dominated by C4 grasses. That the isotopes did not detect an increase in C3 shrubs during the earlier interglacial periods might be the result of overprinting by a C4 signature during the longer and more stable glacial periods.
\nIn addition to memory acquisition, memory loss is an important concept. In the Chihuahuan Desert study area, memory loss occurs mainly by the microbial oxidation of organic matter during increased aridity, by erosion that truncates soil horizons during dry periods, and by the dissolution of carbonate during wetter periods.<\/p>\n
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\nAll nominations are due on 5 June 2025.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nNews from the IUSS<\/h5>\n
\nThe represented World Soil of the Year soil profile is located on P\u00fcsp\u00f6klad\u00e1ny Experimental Station and Arboretum University of Sopron Forest Research Institute (SOE-ERTI). The soil is part of a unique cultural landscape dominated by grasslands and salt effected pastures in the Hungarian Plain. It is located within the Hortob\u00e1gy National Park, which is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (Man and the Biosphere Program – MAB) and recognized UNESCO World heritage site.
\nGleysols are soils that are affected in various areas in the world by land use and management and the indirect and direct effects of climate change. Salinization of groundwater, decreasing groundwater levels and alternation of sediment influx are common.
\nThe election of the \u2018Gleysol – hydromorphic soil from the steppe region in the Carpathian Basin\u2019 as the World Soil of the Year 2025, comes amid growing global concerns about soil health and environmental change. Protecting and sustainably managing these hydromorphic soils is essential for mitigating floods, preserving water quality, and ensuring sustainable forest ecosystems in steppe terrains.
\nVarious activities are planned throughout the year to celebrate this achievement, including educational programs, community workshops, and conservation initiatives aimed at promoting awareness of Gleysols\u2019 ecological significance.<\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.iuss.org\/world-soil-of-the-year\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\nIn recognition of the success of various national programs, the IUSS WSY program has been implemented to enhance soil literacy across numerous countries and on a global scale. It is expected that this will aid in compiling a registry of soil heritage, to recognize the inherent natural and cultural values of soils, thereby helping to open doors for soil science to integrate with environmental protection activities and projects.<\/p>\n
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\nNews from national and regional soil science societies
\n2025<\/h5>\n
\nSoil Matters – Soil science podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nEach episode will feature leading experts, researchers, and practitioners discussing the latest findings, innovations, and challenges in soil science.
\nFrom exploring soil\u2019s role in climate change mitigation to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity, Soil Matters aims to engage listeners with accessible, thought-provoking content that highlights the importance of soil in shaping our planet\u2019s future. This podcast is open to researcher, policymaker, or simply curious about the ground beneath your feet, and offers something for everyone passionate about soil science. The program is to host 6 episodes throughout the year covering new and current topics all about soil.
\nThe first episode features soil scientists Professor Fred Coulon and Professor Tony Gutierrez, speaking on behalf of the EBNet project, as they outline their current research and their plans for the future. Also Past-President, Professor Jack Hannam, will be speaking about the new art exhibition at London\u2019s Somerset House.
\nYou can listen to the first episode here<\/a> and the podcast will also be available on all the main streaming platforms including Apple<\/a>, Spotify<\/a> and Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nDate:<\/strong> Wednesday 2 – Thursday 3 April 2025
\nLocation:<\/strong> Bedfordshire
\nTitle:<\/strong> An Introduction to Soil Classification<\/p>\n
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\nDate:<\/strong> 09 April 2025
\nLocation:<\/strong> Online 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (BST)
\nOur April Zoom into Soil webinar will take place on Wednesday 9 April from 12:00 – 1:00pm (UK time) and is free of charge to register. Join Prof. Leo Condron and Pietro Sica as they discuss the Soil Use and Management journal (SUM) on its 40th anniversary and a leading paper from the journal on prosperous use efficiency.
\nYou can register for free at:
\nhttps:\/\/attendee.gotowebinar.com\/register\/2321766582375287894<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Llysfasi, Wales<\/p>\n
\nPlaces for both courses are limited. If you have any questions, to contact the team at admin@soils.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nDate:<\/strong> April 30th, 2025
\nLocation:<\/strong> 2:00PM – 3:30PM ET
\nThe U.S. National Committee for Soil Sciences will host a webinar on communicating soil science through story-telling, artificial intelligence, and modern visualization.
\nStorytelling can significantly enhance the understanding of soil science by making complex concepts more accessible, relatable, and engaging to a wider audience. By humanizing scientific concepts and framing them within narratives, abstract ideas become more tangible and memorable. Stories can provide historical context, illustrating how our understanding of soil has evolved over time and highlighting its importance in human civilization and cultural development. This approach can effectively demonstrate the interconnectedness of soil science with other disciplines such as archaeology, ecology, and agriculture, helping people appreciate the far-reaching impacts of soil health. Incorporating various storytelling mediums like literature, art, and digital media can make soil science accessible to people with different learning preferences and backgrounds.
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.nationalacademies.org\/event\/44615_04-2025_soils-speak-communicating-science-through-storytelling-artificial-intelligence-and-modern-visualization-with-the-u-s-national-committee-for-soil-sciences<\/a>
\nRegistration:<\/strong> https:\/\/events.nationalacademies.org\/44615_04-2025_soils-speak-communicating-science-through-storytelling-artificial-intelligence<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nWSD 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Geneva, Swiss<\/p>\n
\nMain Theme
\nThe central theme for this edition is: “Soils, Functions, and Transition”.
\nIn light of current events related to soils from bio-physical, legal, and socio-political perspectives, this edition aims to focus on the role of soils and their functions in our daily lives, as well as methods for evaluating, monitoring, and sustainably managing soils in a transitioning society.
\nScope
\nIn addition to the main theme, as is customary for JES, contributions on:
\n\u2022 General soil knowledge,
\n\u2022 Soils in warm regions, and
\n\u2022 Proposals that extend beyond the initial theme, are also welcomed and encouraged.<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada<\/p>\n
\nThe Organizing Committee of the Soils For Our Future (SFOF) 2025 International Joint Meeting of the Canadian Society of Soil Science (CSSS), the International Union of Soil Sciences – Division 1 – Soils in Space and Time (IUSS Div 1), and the 5th Global Soil Security (GSS) Conference, hosted by the Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC) and the Manitoba Soil Science Society (MSSS), announces that Early Registration is now open. Abstract Submissions remain open until March 31, 2025.
\nFurther information can be obtained from the website (soilsforourfuture.ca<\/a>) or by email (soils2025@mbsoils.ca<\/a> )<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> experimental farm Fagna in Scarperia (FI), Italy<\/p>\n
\nDuration:<\/strong> 5 days
\nLessons:<\/strong> 17 hours
\nPractical activities:<\/strong> 14 hours
\nGuided Study:<\/strong> 17 hours
\nTarget:<\/strong> Undergraduate, Master’s and PhD students, Researchers and Professionals;
\nAvailable places:<\/strong> 24 (12 free tent places)
\nECTS:<\/strong> 3
\nEarly registration: before April16th, Students: 340 \u20ac, Professionals: 450 \u20ac
\nLate registration : before June16th, Students: 450 \u20ac, Professionals: 550 \u20ac<\/p>\n
\n– Explore soil biodiversity and ecology of soil fauna
\n– Study taxonomy and conservation practices
\n– Gain practical experience in sampling, extraction, identification and elaboration
\n– Collaborate with international experts<\/p>\n
\nabs_school@scienzadelsuolo.org<\/a>,
\npreregistration (before June 16th) : https:\/\/forms.office.com\/e\/eDvTeL8CKh<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nVII EUROSOIL 2025 & X Congreso Ib\u00e9rico de la Ciencia del Suelo<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Seville, Spain<\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.eurosoil2025.eu\/eurosoil2025\/call-abstracts\/guidelines<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.eurosoil2025.eu\/eurosoil2025\/registration\/registration-fees<\/a><\/p>\n
\n31 March 2025: Early registration deadline
\n15 May 2025: Regular abstract submission deadline
\n31 May 2025: Abstract notification to authors
\n15 June 2025: Regular registration deadline
\n15 July 2025: Last minute submission (only posters)
\n8 September 2025: EUROSOIL 2025 starts<\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.eurosoil2025.eu\/eurosoil2025\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nMolecular modeling in soil science \u2013 achievements and perspectives<\/strong>
\nCentre Europ\u00e9en de Calcul Atomique et Mol\u00e9culaire (CECAM-AT)<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> BOKU University, Vienna, Austria<\/p>\n
\nThis symposium represents an opportunity to bring together scientists of high prestige in different areas of molecular modeling applied to soil science to discuss the state-of-the-art, promote meaningful discussions and contrast in-depth points of view to determine future perspectives and challenges regarding molecular modeling applied to soil science. Furthermore, the symposium presents an opportunity to foster cooperation and dissemination of knowledge on methods for the simulation of representative soil models, according to today’s needs as well as the prediction of physicochemical properties.
\nPlenary sessions:<\/strong>
\n– Advances of MM methods in soil science
\n– Soil minerals
\n– Soil organic matter (SOM)
\n– Interactions of minerals and SOM
\n– Fate of contaminants in soils<\/p>\n
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.cecam.org\/workshop-details\/1393<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Pisa, Italy<\/p>\n
\nThe conference will focus on \u201cSUITMA from a One Health Perspective\u201d. Soil is a key component of the water and nutrient cycle, and a major contributor to global carbon sequestration. Soil also provides habitats for nearly all land plants, as well as a large proportion of terrestrial fauna. Despite its global importance, it is estimated that one third of global soil is degraded. In anthropized areas, soils undergo many forms of disturbance: manipulation, compaction, and pollution which impact their quality. However, even degraded soils have the potential to alleviate environmental problems and play a vital role in supporting vegetation. Degraded soils of urban areas and other anthropogenic lands merit scientific and professional attention in order to enhance their ecosystem services and to support nature- based solutions, to tackle the urgent challenges of climate change, and for the health of all organisms and ecosystems.
\nTopics:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 SUITMA as sink and source of pollutants \u2013 Keywords: geochemical cycles, urban food production.
\n\u2022 SUITMA to conserve and improve soil quality and biodiversity \u2013 Keywords: soil remediation, soil biology, bioindicators of soil quality and functionality, genomics.
\n\u2022 SUITMA improvers and ecosystem services \u2013 Keywords: waste materials for soil construction, compost, rubble, mine waste, Technosols.
\n\u2022 SUITMA challenges for the future \u2013 Keywords: pedology, Anthropocene, war contamination, emerging contaminants.<\/p>\n
\nCall for abstract \u2013 opening:<\/strong> 3 March 2025
\nAbstract submission deadline:<\/strong> 2 May 2025
\nAbstract acceptance:<\/strong> 31 May 2025
\nEarly bird registration deadline:<\/strong> 10 June 2025<\/p>\n
\nhttps:\/\/www.suitma13.it\/#content<\/a><\/p>\n
\nNews from national and regional soil science societies
\n2026<\/h5>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Palenque, Mexico<\/p>\n
\n– Soil memory: a key guide for understanding past environmental and human impacts.
\n– Micromorphology of key pedogenetic processes. Linking microscopic observations and analytical data for differentiating anthropic and natural soil processes.
\n– Classification of soils in archaeological sites.
\n– Pedogenesis of anthropogenic soils and ecosystems.
\n– Novel methods and techniques and quantitative approaches in paleosol studies.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 International Union of Soil Science, IUSS Division 1. Soil in Space and Time, Commission 1.6 – Paleopedology.
\n\u2022 International Union for Quaternary Research, INQUA Working Group.
\n\u2022 Instituto de Geolog\u00eda, Universidad Nacional Aut\u00f3noma de Mexico (UNAM).
\n\u2022 Instituto de Ecolog\u00eda A.C. (INECOL).
\nNational Organizing Committee:
\n\u2022 Instituto de Geolog\u00eda, UNAM
\nElizabeth Solleiro \u2013solleiro@geologia.unam.mx
\nSergey Sedov \u2013 serg_sedov@yahoo.com
\nDaisy Valera – daisyvalera1988@gmail.com
\nJaime D\u00edaz – biotic08@gmail.com
\n\u2022 Instituto de Ecolog\u00eda A.C., INECOL
\nLilit Pogosyan \u2013 lilit.pogosyan@inecol.mx<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nThe 23rd World Congress of Soil Science – Call for Parallel Session Topics<\/strong>
\nDate:<\/strong> 7th -12th June, 2026
\nLocation:<\/strong> Nanjing, China
\nThe World Congress of Soil Science is the most authoritative and influential international conference in the field, sponsored by the International Union of Soil Sciences. It is a major event for scientific and technological professionals in soil science and related disciplines worldwide to engage in academic exchange. Held every four years, the conference covers a wide range of topics and serves as a platform for exchange and collaboration among soil scientists from around the globe.
\nThe WCSS2026 theme, \u2018Soil and the Shared Future for Mankind\u2019 focuses on the importance of soil for our future, with a variety of arrangements including poster exhibition, young researcher forum and soil judging contest. Tours will also be organized for participants to visit typical soils in combination with unique landscapes and cultural diversification as China is a vast country with rich soil resources.
\nWith a global population that is projected to exceed 9 billion by 2050, our current and future food security hinges on our ability to increase yields and food quality using the soils that we already have available today. We are responsible for the soils that provide us with food, water and air, and we need to take action today to ensure that we have healthy soils for a sustainable and food secure future. Our understanding of the importance is developing rapidly and the WCSS2026 provides a platform for us to discover the solutions to soil issues and an opportunity to connect all who work with and have interests in soils.
\nImportant dates and deadlines:<\/strong>
\nMarch 31st, 2025: Deadline for call for session proposals
\nMay 31st, 2025: Notification of session proposal acceptance
\nJune 01st, 2025: Online registration open
\nJuly, 2025: Abstract submission open
\nNovember 07th, 2025: Deadline for abstract submission
\nFebruary 07th, 2026: Notification of abstract acceptance
\nMarch 07th, 2026: Deadline for early registration; Deadline for regular registration; Cancellation and refund
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.23wcss.org.cn\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\nConferences, Meetings and Workshops
\n2025<\/h5>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> unique and protected environment of the Deliblato Sands, Serbia. Plava Dama Hotel facilities (Banatski Karlovac, Serbia)<\/p>\n
\nThe overarching goal of PAST is to take first steps in building a comprehensive Upper Pleistocene palaeosoil database from dunes and sandy terrains across Europe. This single-year INQUA project aims to lay the foundation for a future multi-year research initiative.
\nImportant Deadlines:<\/strong>
\n– 20 March 2025: Registration and abstract submission deadline.
\n– 1 April 2025: Second circular with a detailed program.<\/p>\n
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\n2nd International Conference on Mediterranean Biodiversity<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> University of Perugia, Italy<\/p>\n
\nThe 15th National Conference on Biodiversity will also be associated with the 2nd Edition of the International Conference on Mediterranean Biodiversity. The Mediterranean basin represents not only an area important for its history, cultures and traditions, but also a complex of natural and agricultural ecosystems that are hotspots of plant, animal and microbial biodiversity still understudied.<\/p>\n
\nOral and poster abstract Submission Deadline: March 31st, 2025
\nNotification of Oral Abstract Acceptance: April 20th, 2025
\nEarly Registration Deadline: March 31st, 2025<\/p>\n
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\nAdvancing Agricultural Science for Global Sustainability<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nPre-Symposium Workshop:<\/strong> June 9th. Post-Symposium Tour: June 14th-16th
\nLocation:<\/strong> Durham, North Carolina USA<\/p>\n
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\n(in conjunction with the 11th Theodor Escherich Symposium)<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Graz, University Library Graz, Austria<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Defining pathogens from an ecological perspective
\n\u2022 Anthropocene and biogeochemical cycles
\n\u2022 Soil microbiome and One Health
\n\u2022 The human microbiome in health and disease
\n\u2022 Food-gut microbiome axis
\n\u2022 Microbiome engineering for sustainable agriculture
\n\u2022 Microbial production systems and artificial intelligence Submit your abstract until
\nThe scientific programme will be published on the conference website in spring 2025.<\/p>\n
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\nShifting Sands to Sustainable Solutions<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nLocation:<\/strong> Perth, Western Australia<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Climate change and sandy landscapes
\n\u2022 Sand distribution and formation
\n\u2022 Monitoring, mapping and sensors
\n\u2022 Soil properties-analytical techniques
\n\u2022 Agricultural systems (irrigated and dryland)
\n\u2022 Natural systems
\n\u2022 Engineered systems
\n\u2022 Soil and water conservation
\n\u2022 Soil Fertility
\n\u2022 Overcoming constraints to plant growth<\/p>\n
\nCall for Abstract close: 14 March 2025
\nEarly bird close: 4 June 2025<\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Wageningen, the Netherlands<\/p>\n
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\nDate:<\/strong> Conference – September 15th-17th, 2025
\nExcursion<\/strong> – September 18th-20th, 2025
\nLocation:<\/strong> Lule\u00e5, Sweden<\/p>\n
\nDeadline<\/strong> for abstract submission: April 15th, 2025<\/p>\n
\nConference-related questions: sarah.conrad@ltu.se
\nExcursion-related questions: anton.boman@gtk.fi
\nRead more:<\/strong> https:\/\/event.trippus.net\/Home\/Index\/AEAKgINaZaTdCFzBKUcmTlLR9EZJnOe_7IMVKbLfLB10EZD5nrx0n7RnIkUT7ob0MOVWwsr29RiG\/AEAKgIPmAO63b8dcXtm99Oas7FVacW0oEMV8IpPQ2FskOAqru2UClkW25UR7fvWVVZjQPoPNU3_j\/eng<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLocation:<\/strong> Rabat, Morocco<\/p>\n
\n1. Impact of climate change on soil erosion and coping strategies
\n2. The role of water resources management in addressing climate change
\n3. Challenges and opportunities of land use planning and management in the context of climate change
\n4. Integration of traditional wisdom and modern technology in soil and water management
\n5. Social and economic considerations in soil and water management
\n6. Strategic shifts in soil and water conservation practices and technologies to address climate change
\n7. Monitoring and early warning mechanisms in soil and water management
\n8. Soil and water conservation in production and construction projects<\/p>\n
\nLast date of abstract submission:\u2002May 30th, 2025
\nIntimation of acceptance of abstracts:\u2002June 30th, 2025<\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.waswac.org.cn\/waswac\/LatestNews\/webinfo\/2024\/10\/1723118523944354.htm<\/a><\/p>\n
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