Synthetic and Biodegradable 3D Printed Membranes for Guided Bone Tissue Regeneration
Campus Plus is introducing another Australian Government Department of Education National Industry PhD Program PhD industry-academia collaboration that brings together The University of Queensland‘s Vijaya Singh and Ram Dalal, PhD candidate Aditi Sharma and Loam Bio‘s Dr Suresh Subashchandrabose on a project to better understand fungi’s role in soil health and agricultural production.
The primary objective of the project is to understand the specific mechanisms through which fungal activity influences carbon pools in soil. It aims to understand how carbon is transferred and stabilised in soil as well as why carbon is slower to respire when mineral-associated. By focusing on the role of fungi in mediating carbon transfers within soil ecosystems, the project seeks to provide a deeper understanding of the complex interactions between plants, fungi, and minerals that govern soil carbon dynamics.
The project will develop new technologies and practices that enhance soil health and carbon sequestration, improving agricultural productivity. Soil carbon sequestration (facilitated by fungi breaking down organic matter and nutrient transfer between plants and soil) is also vital for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, the project’s findings will help raise awareness about the importance of soil health and carbon sequestration for food security, climate resilience, and environmental sustainability, promoting sustainable land management practices and community involvement in protecting Australia’s natural resources.
