Phosphorus is the 15th element in the Periodic Table and is essential for formation of our genes and our bones. It is also limiting to productivity in ecosystems and for crops. However, runoff of P from farms and cities pollutes lakes and oceans while concerns have recently been raised about how much longer humanity can continue to mine cheap P for fertilizer production. This talk will deal with both sides of the sustainability conundrum for P and highlight ways forward to a sustainable food system. …
The 6th Graduate Climate Conference is a meeting organized by graduate students for graduate students. Atmospheric, biological, engineering, earth, and ocean science students are encouraged to present research on climate and climate change. The GCC fosters connections that will lead to future collaborations across disciplines and between institutions. Abstract submission opens in March.…