Soil Ecology in Practice is the first conference from the newly formed Soil Ecology Special Interest Group at the British Ecological Society. The aim of the conference is to connect policy and practice with cutting-edge soil ecology research, placing the practitioner at the heart of the focus. The overarching question that the conference will address is: How can we use our knowledge and networks to deliver on the major needs of soil ecology policy and practice in the next 3-5 years?
Program highlights
Keynote speakers: Kate Hanley, Roy Neilson and Nikki Baggaley will be sharing insights on the three session themes:
ยท Interactive workshops: delegates will have the choice to join one of two interactive workshops created in partnership with Journal of Applied Ecology. One track will focus on Policy-Driven Impact when working with senior academics to tackle urgent, real-world questions and another on sharpening your scientific toolkit with sessions designed to advance your career in Professional Skill-Building.
. Optional field trip Field trip to Dumyat hill, in the Ochil hill range, where we will enjoy a hike together to the two summits. We will be joined by local experts who will show us the local fungi and have a chance to discuss the local tree planting schemes. At the summit there will be a chance to picnic and enjoy the views across the Firth of Forth, before heading back to Stirling.
Important: Abstract submission closes on June 30.
The main goal of the conference is to connect those working in policy, or directly with practitioners, with soil ecology researchers. The conference is for everyone who has an interest in impactful soil ecology research, whether that is fundamental or applied research. We especially encourage early career researchers and those from less represented backgrounds to attend.
Soil Ecology in Practice - British Ecological Society