The advancement of soil science
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The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is an established international membership organisation committed to the study of soil in its widest aspects. The society brings together those working within academia, practitioners implementing soil science in industry and all those working with, or with an interest in soils.
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British Society of Soil Science
Research on soils and enhanced understanding and engagement with soils is essential for agricultural, landscaping, construction, remediation, conservation and archaeological projects, as well as policy direction on critical topics such as climate change.
We promote research and education, both academically and in practice, and build collaborative partnerships to help safeguard our soil for the future.
The advancement of soil science
The World Congress of Soil Science 2022
We are delighted to host the World Congress of Soil Science from 31 July to 5 August 2022 at the SEC, Glasgow.
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Soils are our past, present and future
“The biggest global challenges to do with our climate and the state our planet, have soil at the heart.”
Find out how you can make a difference and be part of our campaign #Grounded.
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Latest News
Our latest news, position statements and consultation responses are set out below.
ESSC Grants for Young Researchers
The European Society for Soil Conservation (ESSC) will provide two grants of € 500.00 each to two young researchers (less than 35 years old) working in a European country and who are members of the ESSC and wish to attend the 1st ESSC ‐ EURECYS International Joint...
Science Council Questionnaire
The Science Council has commissioned York Consulting (YCL), an independent socio-economic research consultancy, to undertake a research project relating to the science community’s views on the Science Council and registration with the organisation. The Science Council...
BSSS Members Discount for the Royal Society of Biology
The British Society of Soil Science’s organisational membership of the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) means that members can benefit from a discount of 50% for their first two years of individual RSB membership. The RSB is a single unified voice for biology: advising...