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Markus Flury is a Professor in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences at Washington State University (WSU), affiliated with the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS). His research focuses on flow and transport in porous media, particularly in the vadose zone, with emphasis on colloids, nanoparticles, and microplastics. He leads the Soil Physics/Vadose Zone Hydrology Group, addressing challenges in sustainable soil management and environmental remediation.
Education: M.S. from the University of Zurich (1989) and Ph.D. from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich, 1993). His work spans environmental engineering, soil physics, and biodegradable materials. Recent efforts include studying microplastic fate in agricultural soils and biodegradable plastic alternatives to polyethylene mulch.
Research interests include radionuclide transport at the Hanford Reservation, biodegradable plastic degradation, and microplastic accumulation from biosolids. Collaborative projects include EMSL initiatives (e.g., Project 61090) and global analyses of plastic mulch residues. His studies emphasize soil health, microbial community impacts, and sustainable land use practices.
Publications highlight advancements in understanding microplastic dynamics, biodegradable materials, and soil physical properties. His work bridges fundamental soil science with applied environmental solutions, contributing to policy and agricultural practices.
Lab affiliations include the WSU Soil Physics/Vadose Zone Hydrology Group, advancing interdisciplinary research on subsurface processes. His research aims to address critical environmental challenges through innovative methodologies and collaborative global initiatives.
