Soil is a three-dimensional living system, containing solids, liquids and gases that together form the upper layer of the Earth’s surface. From soil sprouts food that feeds all forms of life. Yet soil performs other vitally important functions. Why is this seemingly simple substance so important in more ways than are realized?

Join us as Argonne soil scientist Umakant Mishra discusses the state of soil and the roles it plays in the regulation and well-being of humanity.

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Reception and Scientific Poster Session

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lecture

This event is free and open to the public. Guests 16 and older must register in advance here.

If you have questions about the OutLoud Lecture Series, please call 630-252-5501 or email outloud@anl.gov.