Conversation with Prof. Subodh Mathur, an MITan & Member of the Harvard Business Review Discussion Group on ‘Agroforestry – Nature Based Solution for Climate Change and Food Security‘: (https://lnkd.in/gfR-6my6) The conversation was centered around the key concept of the book, entitled, ‘Agroforestry: Nature Based Solution for Climate Change and Food Security‘, (https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-96-6855-7), written by Subhabrata […]

The annual conference Goldschmidt2025 of the European Association of Geochemistry and the Geochemical Society began two days ago, on July 6, at the Prague Congress Centre in the Czech Republic. There, the day after tomorrow, on July 10, a scientific study will be presented suggesting that certain fig trees, such as Ficus wakefieldii, can sequester […]

Abstract Water is a vital yet increasingly scarce resource that transcends national boundaries and presents both challenges and opportunities for international diplomacy. This paper examines water as a geopolitical issue, exploring its dual potential to trigger conflict and foster cooperation among nations. Drawing on international legal frameworks and case studies-including the Nile River, Indus Basin, […]

Abstract The digital transformation of maritime space is reshaping traditional notions of sovereignty, power, and security at sea. This commentary explores the strategic implications of maritime data as a critical asset in contemporary geopolitics. As digital surveillance, predictive analytics, and geospatial intelligence become integral to maritime operations, control over data flows now rivals physical naval […]

AbstractWith up to 40% of the world’s land degraded, land degradation has emerged as a critical global challenge that extends beyond environmental concerns to threaten food security, water availability, biodiversity, and human livelihoods. As Desertification and Drought Day approaches, there is an urgent need to accelerate land restoration efforts. Degraded lands exacerbate climate change through […]

Abstract The incipient moisture content-commonly known as the permanent wilting point-represents a critical threshold in soil hydrology and geotechnical engineering. It defines the minimal moisture level at which soil can sustain plant life, beyond which water becomes unavailable due to capillary forces and diminished matric potential. This threshold profoundly influences key soil behaviors, including permeability, […]

The formation of the earliest continental crust remains a fundamental question in Earth sciences, with detrital zircon grains providing some of the most crucial clues. Zircons extracted from ~3 Ga sandstones in Western Australia have yielded crystallization ages up to 4.4 Ga—just 150 million years after Earth’s formation (Wilde et al., 2001). Their geochemical signatures, […]

Soil microorganisms are pivotal in maintaining soil health and ecosystem functionality. Their activities, including nutrient cycling, organic matter decomposition, and plant growth promotion, are intricately linked to soil moisture levels. Understanding how varying water conditions influence these microbial communities is essential for sustainable land management and agriculture. Soil Moisture and Microbial ActivitySoil moisture is a […]

The Critical Zone is often described as Earth’s outer layer, stretching from the bedrock up to the tops of trees. It is a dynamic region where rock, soil, water, air, and living organisms come together and influence the formation and evolution of the Earth’s surface. The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency […]

Best Practices to enrich the Green Practices on Agriculture through the following four aspects: (1) Soil and Water Conservation for Sustainable Food Production, (2) Agricultural water planning through rainwater harvesting based on hydrological balance approach, (3) Maintaining balance in agroecosystem towards sustaining food production, and (4) Agroforestry practices on ensuring food security and managing climate […]