Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

BOND Student Research Projects

First-year students in the BOND program explore science through community-connected, hands-on research experiences. This first year experience is the first of many high-impact opportunites available to our students, which are guided by real research being undertaken by interdisciplinary teams of dedicated faculty working with graduate and undergradate students, often with additional support and help from the community.

Projects involve using scientific literature and community needs to identify methods of data collection, analysis, and collaboration, helping students build skills for future success.

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Agriculturally Managed Recharge
Can we use working landscapes to recharge our groundwater?
Biochar
Can biochar be used to enhance soil health, while also mitigating vulnerabilities from climate and water?
Hardpan
Do hardpan soils serve any benefit, or would it be better to mitigate against them?
Soil Microbiome
What role does the soil microbiome play in soil and agricultural health?
Workinglands
Can rangeland management contribute to sustainable water and climate?