Geodiversity–the abiotic heterogeneity of Earth's (sub) surface–is gaining recognition for its
ecological links to biodiversity. However, theoretical and conceptual knowledge of …

Manipulation experiments are invaluable tools in global change ecology because they
enable causal and process-based understanding. However, artifacts and inherent limitations …

Microbial community plays critical roles in driving soil carbon (C) cycling in terrestrial
ecosystems. However, we lack empirical evidence to demonstrate the role of microbial …

Abstract Changes in biogeochemical cycles and the climate system due to human activities
are expected to change the quantity and quality of plant litter inputs to soils. How changing …

The A ndes are predicted to warm by 3–5° C this century with the potential to alter the
processes regulating carbon (C) cycling in these tropical forest soils. This rapid warming is …

Increasing rates of atmospheric deposition of nitrogen (N) present a novel threat to the
biodiversity of terrestrial ecosystems. Many forests are particularly susceptible to excess N …

Individuals within natural populations can experience very different abiotic and biotic
conditions across small spatial scales owing to microtopography and other micro …

Microplastics are heterogeneously distributed in soils. However, it is unknown whether soil
microplastic heterogeneity affects plant growth and root foraging responses and whether …

Spatial heterogeneity of soil properties plays a major role in regulating ecosystem structure
and functioning. In general, soil resources accumulate beneath woody plant-covered …

The use of hydrogels in academic research is fast evolving, and becoming more relevant to
real life applications across varying fields. Additive Manufacturing (AM) has paved the way …