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We're glad to hear from anyone curious about our work on soil carbon and nitrogen cycling, possible partnerships, or ways to join the lab. Students, researchers, and land managers are all welcome to reach out.
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Our research examines how soil fauna, microbial communities, plants, climate, and mineralogy together shape whether soil carbon and nitrogen are cycled, lost, or held stable across boreal, temperate, and tropical ecosystems. Using stable isotopic tracers (13C and 15N), we track carbon and nitrogen as they move among plants, soil microbes, and mineral surfaces.
We're happy to talk about:
- Research collaborations and partnerships
- Graduate and undergraduate research opportunities
- Speaking engagements or educational outreach
- Media inquiries about soil biogeochemistry and climate change
- General questions about our work
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Address:School of Earth & Environmental Sciences
Queens College, City University of New York
Email: [email protected]
For particular questions, send us an email and we'll get back to you as quickly as we can.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Bird Soil Biogeochemistry Lab research?
Our research examines how soil fauna, microbial communities, plants, climate, and mineralogy together shape whether soil carbon and nitrogen are cycled, lost, or held stable across boreal, temperate, and tropical ecosystems. Using stable isotopic tracers (13C and 15N), we track carbon and nitrogen as they move among plants, soil microbes, and mineral surfaces.
Where is the lab located?
The lab sits within the School of Earth & Environmental Sciences at Queens College, City University of New York.
How do I contact the lab?
Email us at [email protected]. For particular questions, send a message and we'll reply as quickly as we can.
Are there opportunities to join the lab?
Yes. We're glad to hear from students interested in graduate and undergraduate research. Email us to learn about current openings and how your interests fit with our work.
Do you accept collaboration or speaking requests?
We're happy to talk about research collaborations and partnerships, speaking engagements, educational outreach, and media questions on soil biogeochemistry and climate change. Email us to begin the conversation.
Whether you're a student exploring research options, a fellow scientist seeking a collaborator, or a journalist covering soil and climate topics, email is the fastest way to reach us. Tell us a little about your question or interest and we'll point you in the right direction.