Mineral–microbe interactions play important roles in environmental change, biogeochemical
cycling of elements and formation of ore deposits. Minerals provide both beneficial (physical …

Microbially induced calcium carbonate precipitation (MICP) has attracted great attention
recently for its ability to improve the mechanical properties of soils. Calcium carbonate …

Fe-bearing clay minerals are widely distributed in soils, sediments, and rocks, representing
a significant Fe pool in the Earth's crust. The electron transfer (ET) from/to structural Fe in …

Microorganisms in marine subsurface sediments substantially contribute to global biomass.
Sediments warmer than 40° C account for roughly half the marine sediment volume, but the …

For the safe disposal of high-level radioactive waste using Engineered Barrier Systems
(EBS), bentonite buffer is used by its high swelling capability and low hydraulic conductivity …

Abstract Deep Geological Repository (DGR) is the preferred option for the final disposal of
high-level radioactive waste. Microorganisms could affect the safety of the DGR by altering …

To date, the increasing production of radioactive waste due to the extensive use of nuclear
power is becoming a global environmental concern for society. For this reason, many …

The positive correlation between total organic carbon and specific surface area in sediments
and mudstones implies the association between sedimentary organic matter (OM) and clay …

Abstract Deep Geological Repositories (DGRs) consist of radioactive waste contained in
corrosion-resistant canisters, surrounded by compacted bentonite clay, and buried few …

The terrestrial subsurface is estimated to be the largest reservoir of microbial life on Earth.
However, the subsurface also harbours economic, industrial and environmental resources …