Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in soil biology, molecular biology, and soil chemistry, offering a comprehensive approach to soil ecosystems and their biological processes. Our soil biologist-nematologist specializes in soil nematodes, focusing on their role in soil health, biodiversity, and agricultural impact. The molecular biologist-microbiologist is experienced in microbial communities, using molecular techniques to study microbial dynamics, soil-plant interactions, and pathogen resistance. The chemist specializes in soil chemistry, investigating nutrient cycles, organic matter decomposition, and soil pollutant remediation. Our ongoing research focuses on sustainable soil management and biodiversity conservation, with a special interest in microbial and nematode diversity. Recent publications and projects highlight our contributions to improving soil health in agricultural and natural environments.
Agriculture
Agronomy
Biochemistry
Biogeochemistry
Biology of interactions
Biology of Organisms
Conservation Biology
Crop Production
Crop Science
Ecology
Entomology
Geology
Landscape ecology
Microbiology
Mineral Chemistry
Molecular Biology
Organic Chemistry
Other Biological Sciences
Parasitology
Pedology
Plant Protection
Plant Sciences
Population Biology
Systematics
Zoology
Taxonomy
This project should explore the role of soil biodiversity in driving transformative change within ecosystems under climate and anthropogenic pressures. Leveraging our team’s diverse expertise—soil biology, nematology, molecular microbiology, and soil chemistry—we will investigate the complex interactions between soil fauna, microbial communities, and soil chemistry. The project will focus on how soil biodiversity can be harnessed for sustainable land management, promoting ecosystem resilience and biodiversity conservation. Our research will contribute to actionable insights for biodiversity preservation and sustainable agriculture under transformative environmental change. Examples of project carried out in INHORT: DOMINO - "Dynamic sod mulching and use of recycled amendments to increase biodiversity, resilience and sustainability of intensive organic fruit orchards and vineyards", EXCALIBUR - "Using the multifunctional potential of soil biodiversity in horticulture", BiofruitNET - "Increasing the innovativeness of organic fruit production through a strong knowledge network", BioHortiTech - "Improved bio-inocula and living mulching technologies for integrated management of horticultural crops", ResBerry - "Shaping the resistance of berry plants in organic cultivation by improving biodiversity and innovative management strategies.