Nitrogen Field Measurement Techniques
Master essential nitrogen measurement methods in this 4-week course. Learn greenhouse gas flux, ammonia measurement, and soil analysis techniques.
Master essential nitrogen measurement methods in this 4-week course. Learn greenhouse gas flux, ammonia measurement, and soil analysis techniques.
This specialized course addresses one of the 21st century's major environmental challenges: nitrogen pollution from fertilizers. Developed by scientists from the South Asian Nitrogen Hub, the course provides comprehensive training in critical measurement techniques essential for understanding and managing nitrogen in agricultural systems. Students learn practical methods for measuring greenhouse gas fluxes, ammonia emissions, and soil nitrogen content through guided video training and detailed procedural instructions. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on laboratory and field measurement techniques, enabling participants to collect and analyze data crucial for developing effective nitrogen management strategies.
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What you'll learn
Master greenhouse gas flux measurement using closed static chambers
Perform ammonia flux measurements with dynamic chamber techniques
Conduct accurate plant and soil nitrogen content analysis
Calculate and interpret nitrogen budgets for environmental assessment
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There are 4 modules in this course
This practical course focuses on essential field measurement techniques for nitrogen-related environmental research. The curriculum covers three main areas: greenhouse gas flux measurements using closed static chambers, ammonia flux measurements with dynamic chambers, and comprehensive plant and soil nitrogen measurements. Students learn proper sampling techniques, laboratory analysis methods, and data calculation procedures through detailed video demonstrations and hands-on exercises.
Introduction to nitrogen-related field measurements
Module 1
Greenhouse gas flux measurements using closed chambers
Module 2
Ammonia measurement with a dynamic chamber
Module 3
Plant and soil nitrogen measurements
Module 4
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Instructors
Professor of Carbon Management and Executive Director
Dave Reay is a Professor of Carbon Management & Education at the University of Edinburgh, where he has dedicated over 25 years to addressing climate change. He directs the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute and has conducted research in diverse environments, from the Southern Ocean to Scottish wetlands. With over 150 publications, including research articles and books on climate change, he has also created the award-winning Masters in Carbon Management program. In addition, Reay advises both the UK and Scottish Governments on climate change action.
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Post-doctoral Research Assistant at The University of Edinburgh
Andrea (Andi) Móring is a Post-doctoral Research Assistant at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in atmospheric and environmental chemistry with a focus on modeling ammonia emissions from agricultural sources. She completed her MSc in meteorology at Eötvös Loránt University in Budapest, Hungary, before earning her PhD at the University of Edinburgh. Móring's notable work includes developing the GAG (Generation of Ammonia from Grazing) model, a process-based approach for simulating ammonia emissions from urine patches. As the main coordinator of the NEWS India-UK Virtual Centre, she plays a crucial role in fostering international collaboration on agricultural nitrogen research. In 2017, she led the coordination of a significant conference on agricultural nitrogen science challenges in India. Móring is also recognized for her science communication skills, having won awards for presentations and posters at various academic events. She maintains a blog at ammoniagirl.wordpress.com and is active on Twitter as @AndiMoring, where she shares insights on her research and environmental chemistry.
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