We show that the formation of new mineral-associated organic carbon (MAOC) is enabled by both soil saturation deficit and existing mineral-associated organic carbon. Surprisingly, microbial carbon use efficiency plays no detectable role in modulating formation of MAOC. 

Open access — read the article here.

Ian is working on the construction of the excellent DIY multiplexer published in Berry et al. 2021. This system will interface with our gas analyzer (pictured) to automate regular gas measurements from our upcoming soil incubations.