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Project Code [22/FFP-P/11564]
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Project title
MicroVOCs: determining how microbial volatile organic compounds affect soil nitrogen cycling and N2O emissions
Primary Funding Agency
Taighde �ireann-Research Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
Lead Organisation
University of Galway (UG)
Lead Applicant
Not listed
Project Abstract
Agricultural soils are important sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, especially in Ireland. To control agricultural GHG emissions, it is essential to understand the biological processes that generate them. This project will investigate an overlooked process that influence soil microbial nitrogen cycling, which is one of the main sources of the potent GHG nitrous oxide. This process involves volatile compounds produced by microbes that inhibit key steps in the soil nitrogen cycle. By characterising this process, the project aims to offer novel ways to predict and control nitrous oxide emissions from soil, to support low emissions, sustainable agriculture.
Grant Approved
�788,421.00
Research Hub
Climate Change
Research Theme
1. Carbon Stocks, GHG Emissions, Sinks and Management Options
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/07/2028