Barcode Long Island Team Soil Microbiome Team 2017-2018
Program:
Barcode Long Island
Year:
2017-18
Research Topic:
Wildlife & health
Taxonomic Group Studied:
Multiple - enter below

Project:

Possible Effect of Pesticides on Soil Microbiomes, and Impact on Bluebird Habitat Preference
Students:
Arfana Alam, Amber Leon, Adib Wazed
School:
Longwood High School, Suffolk
Mentors:
Lucinda Hemmick

Abstract:

The purpose of our project is to compare soil microbiomes in three areas of the Longwood High School campus in order to determine differences that may be due to the presence of pesticides and fertilizers. The three areas include the inner school campus (pesticide and fertilizer free for many years), an area bordering a golf course, and an area bordering a farm. We hope to identify differences in soil microbiomes that indicate a selective process caused by presence or absence of chemicals in area.

Poster:

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