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Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

BOND Student Research Projects

First-year students in the BOND program explore science through hands-on research. These projects are guided by faculty mentors and focus on solving problems that matter to our communities.

Projects involve data collection, analysis, and collaboration, helping students build skills for future success.

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Explore Student-Led Projects

Soil jars to prepare for microbial testing

Microbial Priming

This study examined how biochar treatments and microbial priming improve soil health and plant growth.View Project
Soil set up for the electromagnetic experiment

Electric Magnetic Field

Researchers explored how elecromagnetic exposure may enhance plant development and crop yield.View Project
Biochar plant growth

Biochar Varieties

Students compared different types of biochar to access their impact on soil fertility and water retention.Coming Soon
Student examining soil for biochar experiment

Biochar & Manure

This research studied how applying biochar to manure fields can reduce methane emissions and improve sustainability.View Project
Student examining VOC soil samples

Biochar & VOC

Students investigating how biochar can trap VOCs, improving air quality in agricultural settings.View Project