Bing Si

Bing Si is a Professor in the Department of Soil Science at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources. His research focuses on soil water dynamics, thermal regimes, and hydrophobicity across pedon, hillslope, and landscape scales, with applications in ecosystem reclamation and sustainable agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Guelph, an M.Sc. and B.Sc. from institutions in China.

Research interests include understanding mechanisms governing soil water storage, particularly in semi-arid and boreal environments, as well as optimizing soil management for reclamation of mining waste and improving water use efficiency. His work addresses challenges in hydrocarbon-affected soils and layered soil systems.

Publications emphasize advanced methodologies in soil physics, such as wavelet analysis of spatial patterns, heat pulse probe improvements, and isotope-based water sourcing models. Key themes include deep soil water availability, groundwater recharge in loess regions, and the impact of afforestation on hydrological cycles.

Teaching includes undergraduate courses in Soil Science and Environmental Science, and graduate courses in Soil Physics and Environmental Sustainability.