Biogeochemistry, ecology, and hydrology play crucial roles in shaping biotic processes, influencing both the cycles of water and essential elements (C, N, P), as well as the distribution, structure, and functioning of ecosystems. This session focuses on arid and semi-arid environments, particularly in the Global South, where substantial knowledge gaps still exist.
The session seeks to consolidate recent research on biogeochemical processes, with the following objectives:
To provide a comprehensive synthesis of current research approaches in these fields.
To highlight the role of soil-vegetation-atmosphere interactions, nutrient cycling, and biogeochemical and ecohydrological controls on nutrient availability in arid and semi-arid ecosystems.
We invite contributions that address:
Soil-vegetation-atmosphere interactions in arid and semi-arid regions.
The circularity of nutrients in these ecosystems.
Controls of biogeochemical and ecohydrological processes on soil and plant nutrient availability.
This session will offer an opportunity for researchers to share findings, discuss emerging methodologies, and contribute to a broader understanding of how these critical processes function in water- and nutrient-limited environments.