Using Soil Color Analysis for Forensic Application at a Crime Scene
We interviewed forensic soil scientist Kathleen Murray to talk about her study: Soil Transference Patterns on Bras: Image Processing and Laboratory Dragging Experiments. What is forensic soil analysis? Forensic soil analysis is used by forensic soil experts and police forensic … Continue reading
The Soil Colors of Acadia National Park
Our interview series celebrating 100 years of the National Park Service in the United States and the important role soil plays in these parks continues. We head over to the most eastern state to speak with NRCS, South Paris Maine … Continue reading
Mad Scientist – Assessing Soils for Wetland Mitigation Sites
By Brent Macolley, Environmental Scientist At MAD Scientist & Associates, our primary focus is ecological and wetland consulting projects. These include wetland determinations and delineations, permitting, ecological surveys and habitat characterization, as well as restoration and mitigation projects for both streams … Continue reading
Interview with Leandra Cleveland, Society of Wetland Scientists
Tell us about the Society of Wetland Scientists The Society of Wetland Scientists (SWS) is an international organization made up of over 3,500 members whose mission is to advance the wetland profession from a scientific and academic viewpoint. It is … Continue reading
Soil Color Analysis at Montpelier Forest Gives Clues to Past
Munsell’s soil color system was employed by scientists studying 200 acres of forest in Montpelier, Vermont. Technicians spent several days obtaining soil samples for laboratory analysis, extracting soil from different locations, and at different depths. … Continue reading
