Wetland Ecosystems

Wetland Ecosystems

Wetland ecosystems, crucial to geology and Earth science, are dynamic environments where water saturation influences soil and vegetation. These areas include marshes, swamps, and bogs, each characterized by unique hydrological and biological conditions. Geologically, wetlands act as natural water filters, trapping sediments and pollutants, thereby protecting downstream ecosystems. Their hydric soils, rich in organic matter, play a vital role in carbon sequestration, mitigating climate change. Wetlands also influence groundwater recharge and discharge processes, stabilizing water tables. Understanding wetland geology aids in conservation efforts, ensuring the protection of these biodiversity hotspots and their crucial ecological functions amidst environmental change.

Committee Members
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Myint Win Bo

Myint Win Bo

Toronto Metropolitan University , Canada
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 -  Leonid Anisimov

Leonid Anisimov

Volgograd State University, Russian Federation
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Shozo Yanagida

Shozo Yanagida

Osaka University, Japan
Geology 2023 Speakers
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Martina Gaglioti

Martina Gaglioti

LIPU, Italy
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Maria Vicenta Esteller Alberich

Maria Vicenta Esteller Alberich

Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, Mexico
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Oscar Andres Cuanalo Campos

Oscar Andres Cuanalo Campos

Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla, Mexico
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Arun K Shandilya

Arun K Shandilya

Dr HSG University Sagar, India
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