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Participatory science in action: Transforming urban soil research

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Anna Paltseva, PhD, is an urban soil scientist committed to improving soil health in city environments through research and community collaboration. Her work in New York City and Lafayette, Louisiana, demonstrates the power of participatory science to address urban soil contamination and promote environmental justice. Now, at Purdue University, Anna aims to expand these efforts, using tools like her Urban Soil Guide and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer to empower communities, increase awareness, and build resilient urban soil practices. This Backstory emphasizes the need for accessible, community-driven approaches to manage soil contamination in diverse urban settings.

Source: iScience

DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2025.112362

Author: Anna Paltseva

Institutions: Purdue University West Lafayette, Purdue University System

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Justice and Health Disparities

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Life on land

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,240