Scientists and agricultural researchers from around the world will gather online on March 11, 2026 for the 22nd session of the Carbon Research International Forum, an academic webinar series focused on advancing research and dialogue in soil science and carbon management. The upcoming forum will feature a keynote lecture by soil scientist Dr. Nanthi Bolan from The University of Western Australia, who will discuss how organic carbon amendments can simultaneously enhance soil health and contribute to carbon sequestration in agricultural systems.
The online event will take place at 2:00 PM Beijing time and will be hosted by Professor Hailong Wang of Foshan University. The session’s theme, Reconciling Soil Health Benefits with Carbon Sequestration Value of Organic Carbonaceous Amendments, addresses a critical challenge in sustainable agriculture and climate mitigation.
Organic carbonaceous materials such as crop residues, compost, manure, and biosolids are increasingly applied to farmland as nutrient sources and soil conditioners. These materials play an important role in improving soil fertility, enhancing nutrient use efficiency, and supporting crop productivity. At the same time, they are seen as promising tools for capturing and storing carbon in soils, which could help reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases.
Dr. Bolan’s presentation will examine how these processes interact and whether they can be managed together to improve both soil health and climate outcomes. “Organic amendments have enormous potential to transform agricultural soils,” said Bolan. “But to fully realize their benefits, we must better understand how carbon moves through soil systems and how we can manage these inputs to support both soil productivity and carbon sequestration.”
During the lecture, Bolan will present recent research examining new approaches to managing organic carbon inputs in agricultural systems. These approaches aim to improve soil structure, support microbial activity, and stabilize carbon in forms that remain stored in soils for longer periods.
Dr. Nanthi Bolan is a Professor of Soil Science at the School of Agriculture and Environment at The University of Western Australia. His research focuses on soil nutrient cycling, greenhouse gas emissions, soil remediation, and sustainable waste management. Over his career he has published more than 500 scientific papers and book chapters and has received more than 58,000 citations, with an h index of 119 according to Scopus. He has also been recognized as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher from 2018 through 2022.
Bolan is a Fellow of the American Society of Agronomy, the Soil Science Society of America, and the New Zealand Society of Soil Science. He has supervised more than 50 postgraduate students and previously served as a program leader for the Cooperative Research Centres for High Performance Soil in Australia.
Organizers say the forum aims to provide an open platform for researchers, students, and practitioners interested in soil science, carbon management, and sustainable agriculture. The session will be held online via Zoom, allowing global participation.
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