This paper aims to provide a state-of-the-art review on the effects of vegetation roots on the
soil structure and soil hydraulic properties. After a thorough review of current studies, the …

Worldwide, shallow slope failure is a problem causing environmental and economic
damage. Vegetation plays an important role for the stabilization of slopes. Accordingly …

The effects of plants on the biosphere, atmosphere and geosphere are key determinants of
terrestrial ecosystem functioning. However, despite substantial progress made regarding …

Bio-engineered slopes use vegetation as “live” protection elements against the triggering
forces of landslides, erosions and debris flows. In this paper, the effects of basic plant traits …

Shaanxi Province, located in northwest China and spanning multiple hydroclimatic and
geological zones, has many areas largely suffering from rainfall-induced landslide and …

Background and aims Agroforestry systems combining trees with crops or pastures have
been widely used to reduce water, soil, and nutrient losses and associated water pollution …

Landslides, one of the most common hazards around the world, have brought about severe
damage to life and property of human. To prevent and mitigate landslides, various models …

Soil and water bioengineering is a technology that encourages scientists and practitioners to
combine their knowledge and skills in the management of ecosystems with a common goal …

Landslides are posing a significant global hazard as they occur instantaneously with
devastating consequences. The development of new remote sensing technologies and …

The presence of forests on hillslopes significantly reduces the slopes susceptibility to rainfall
triggered shallow landslides. This is due largely to the reinforcement of the hillslope soil by …