In the context of global warming, an increase in atmospheric aridity and global dryland
expansion under the future climate has been expected in previous studies. However, this …

Soil respiration, or CO 2 efflux from soil, is a crucial component of the terrestrial carbon cycle
in climate models. Contrastingly, many dryland soils absorb atmospheric CO 2 at night, but …

Plant litter decomposition stands at the intersection between carbon (C) loss and
sequestration in terrestrial ecosystems. During this process organic matter experiences …

Litter decomposition is a key ecosystem process that determines rates of carbon and nutrient
cycling. Photodegradation and soil-litter mixing have emerged as important drivers of …

Climate change is exacerbating, and its effects are being recorded through heightened
intensity, prolonged durations, and increased frequency of extreme climatic events …