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Project Code [2008-FS-S-5-S5]
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Project title
Characterisation of physical properties of soils using geophysics
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Dublin (UCD)
Lead Applicant
Shane Donohue
Project Abstract
This project will improve our ability to rapidly and non-invasively determine soil physical properties and result in improved identification of areas at risk of compaction, salinisation, landslides and contamination. A novel sensor will be developed leading to more accurate, efficient and cost effective determination of water content and salinity. Significant laboratory calibration of the new sensor with Irish soil physical properties will be carried out. In-situ monitoring of a number of Irish threatened soils will then be performed using a range of geophysical methods, leading to the development of a geophysical testing framework for use on Irish soils.
Grant Approved
�280,242.00
Research Hub
Natural Environment
Research Theme
Soils and Land-Use
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/10/2011