The microbial‑induced carbonate precipitation (MICP), as an emerging biomineralization
technology mediated by specific bacteria, has been a popular research focus for scientists …

Living plant roots modify both mechanical and hydrological characteristics of the soil matrix
(eg soil aggregate stability by root exudates, soil cohesion, infiltration rate, soil moisture …

Granite residual soil is vulnerable to collapse under rainfall-induced erosion. This may in
turn lead to the occurrence of landslides or debris flows on slopes. Previous studies on use …

Among the coniferous species, Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karst.) is one of the most
important trees in Europe both for economic and ecological aspects, with a long tradition of …

Slope stability models traditionally use simple indicators of root system structure and
strength when vegetation is included as a factor. However, additional root system traits …

Background Plants alter their environment in a number of ways. With correct management,
plant communities can positively impact soil degradation processes such as surface erosion …

The spatial distribution of landslides is influenced by different climatic conditions and
environmental settings including topography, morphology, hydrology, lithology, and land …

Plant roots can be very effective in stabilizing the soil against concentrated flow erosion. So
far, most research on the erosion-reducing potential of plant roots was conducted on loamy …

Surface soil erosion is one of the most common slope degradation processes. In this study,
microbial calcification (MC), a stimulated natural biocementation process, was investigated …

The hydrological effect of vegetation on rainfall-induced landslides has rarely been
quantified and its integration into slope stability analysis methods remains a challenge. Our …