166-4 Soil Physics 1936-2011 and a Look Ahead.



Tuesday, October 18, 2011: 9:00 AM
Henry Gonzalez Convention Center, Room 214C, Concourse Level

Frank Casey, Iowa State University, Ames, IA and M. B. Kirkham, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
As part of the 75th anniversary of the Soil Science Society of America, we shall share a talk concerning the history and future of Division I of the Society, Soil Physics.  One of us will provide the perspective of a 39-year member.  The talk will give a personal, first-hand account of how SSSA and the field of soil physics have changed over the years.  It will be colored by her interests and experiences and will reflect on those who have had a past and current impact on soil physics.  It will give, as well, an evaluation for areas of needed research where we should take a look in the future.  The other speaker will present a perspective as a newer member and one still early in his career.  Colored by his interests and experiences, he also will talk about the future of the field and the direction that it should be heading.   
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