Linnaeus University has been awarded research funding within Utforska – Formas’ open call for research projects 2024.
At Linnaeus University, the following researcher has been granted funding:
Mats Åström, professor of environmental geology at the Department of Biology and Environmental Science: Characterisation and AI-based mapping of acid sulphate soils in southern Sweden – tools for improved environmental risk assessment in a changing climate.
Amount granted: SEK 5,892,863
“Through field studies and AI-supported mapping, we aim to improve knowledge of acid sulphate soils in southern Sweden – an under-recognised environmental risk, particularly in the context of a changing climate. The project seeks to develop tools for enhanced environmental risk assessment,” says Mats Åström.
Further information
For a full list of granted projects, please visit Formas’ website
For questions regarding research funding, please contact: gio@lnu.se
Photo: Thomas Nydén. Extreme acidity in southern Swedish acid sulphate soils, pH below 3.
