Unveiling the hidden world beneath: A showcase of soil microorganisms at MikroMondo

IF 2 3区农林科学 Q3 ECOLOGY

Pedobiologia Pub Date : 2025-02-01 DOI:10.1016/j.pedobi.2024.151015

Heribert Insam , Julia Ecker , Theo Hug , Suzanne Kapelari , Edoardo Mandolini , Thorsten Schwerte , Julia Zöhrer , Judith Ascher-Jenull

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Abstract

MikroMondo, a forthcoming science center in Austria, will be dedicated to the fascinating world of microorganisms, with a special focus on soil and its intricate biodiversity. Designed to promote soil literacy among the public, MikroMondo will feature cutting-edge exhibits, among them Europe's tallest Winogradsky column, live demonstrations of plant-microbe interactions (e.g., mycorrhization of pine seedlings in transparent soil columns), and engaging sound-producing slime molds. These exhibits aim to captivate visitors and highlight the vital role of microorganisms in soil ecosystems. The center will also offer interactive, hands-on activities tailored for school pupils, students, and educators, designed to deepen understanding of microbiological processes such as carbon and nutrient cycling, plant-microbe symbiosis, and soil microbial diversity. Activities will include guided microscopy sessions, microbial cultivation, the creation of Winogradsky columns, and decomposition and gas production experiments. MikroMondo’s innovative approach will inspire curiosity and enhance public appreciation of the hidden world beneath our feet, fostering a new generation of soil stewards and microbial enthusiasts.

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Pedobiologia 环境科学-生态学

CiteScore

4.20

自引率

8.70%

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审稿时长

64 days

期刊介绍： Pedobiologia publishes peer reviewed articles describing original work in the field of soil ecology, which includes the study of soil organisms and their interactions with factors in their biotic and abiotic environments. Analysis of biological structures, interactions, functions, and processes in soil is fundamental for understanding the dynamical nature of terrestrial ecosystems, a prerequisite for appropriate soil management. The scope of this journal consists of fundamental and applied aspects of soil ecology; key focal points include interactions among organisms in soil, organismal controls on soil processes, causes and consequences of soil biodiversity, and aboveground-belowground interactions. We publish: original research that tests clearly defined hypotheses addressing topics of current interest in soil ecology (including studies demonstrating nonsignificant effects); descriptions of novel methodological approaches, or evaluations of current approaches, that address a clear need in soil ecology research; innovative syntheses of the soil ecology literature, including metaanalyses, topical in depth reviews and short opinion/perspective pieces, and descriptions of original conceptual frameworks; and short notes reporting novel observations of ecological significance.