David Elliott

Microbial ecologist - soil - drylands - bogs - health - technology
Chartered Biologist & Associate Professor @DerbyUni

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

Twitter was nice whilst it lasted. I can now be found elsewhere: https://t.co/A8fOYbcsCo ; https://t.co/tdwtxSrA8O ; https://t.co/nzx0JAEMGm

[Dr. Kirsten Lees @K_J_Lees]

Apply now for this fantastic fully-funded #PhD with me, @drelliott0net, @stwater, and @moorsforfuture!
Studying the impact of different #peatland restoration techniques on carbon, hydrology, and biodiversity! Starting January.
https://t.co/sTqUygrUGt
@PeatlandECR #PhDPosition

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

We had a great time today exploring with the land management community how we @DerbyUni can help with putting science into action on the ground, supporting an evidence-based approach. Thanks to all our contributors and attendees.

[Prof. Michael Sweet @DiseaseMatters]

Amazing network session with some examples of the wares produced by many around Derbyshire trying to turn the tide on biodiversity loss and our climate crisis - Sadie Manning pictured here from @beadamoss with an example of five species of sphagnum cultured at their facility

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

Exploring the microbial diversity of #soil is fascinating! In this paper we looked at the spatial arrangements of #fungi in relation to depth, plants, and the bacterial communities that we have previously studied, in Botswana.

[Andrew Thomas @ADThomas_1970]

Our latest work from the #Kalahari shows soil #biocrusts contain unique #fungal communities that interact with bacteria & are likely involved in nutrient & C transfers with plants

Open access paper https://t.co/zYasnxISY3

With @drelliott0net @Steve_Hoon @rsen5

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@eryk_gadomski @UniofNottingham @nottm_bbsrc_dtp @UoNSU Brilliant, well done. I'm so pleased to hear this, you really deserve it and I'm sure you will do them proud.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@AndreasHeinem @em_hinchliffe @IUCNpeat Thanks, I've heard it described as peat forming before, but I never heard why it is considered so - in contrast to sphagnum. As you have shown, it exists in peat and maybe the contribution of long-lasting biomass to peat matrix is a significant role in itself.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@AndreasHeinem @em_hinchliffe @IUCNpeat Is Lindlow Man peat forming species then? Sphagnum moss contains hyaline cells which set up the waterlogged anaerobic conditions conducive to peat formation. Does heather make a similar special contribution other than creating biomass in the right locations?

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

Glad to have finally done some proper first aid training which I had not adequately prioritised before. The Rescue and Emergency Care course from Derek Burdett was fantastic. If I miss an admin deadline nevermind this was worth it.

[Dr Anne Danby/Peach (she/her) 🍄 @AnneDanbyPeach]

First aid training including remote, outdoor situations. All set for intrepid field trips with our students @DerbyUni @elleatkins @drelliott0net @AlessiaBani @JoanaChimpa

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@UrFreundHannah Could be there is more DNA in the dust! Is your quantification reliable? When I did this in dryland soils (sand), I got more yield from the sand than dust (powersoil kit), but not a massive difference.

[Ollie Metcalf @ecoacou_ollie]

Really happy to launch the new "Good practice guidelines for long-term #ecoacoustic #monitoring in the UK", in time for spring. Available here: https://t.co/U9Le062wCW.
Produced by myself at @manchestermet and @abr_eco at @bakerconsultant. with funding from @acoustics_uk

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

Learnt a lot about #acoustic #ecology and enjoyed being part of this... Some interesting projects coming up. I think acoustic monitoring is a great tool for monitoring biodiversity change over time.

[Carlos Abrahams @abr_eco]

1. Very pleased to announce new "Good practice guidelines for long-term #ecoacoustic #monitoring in the UK", produced by @MMUEcolEnv and @bakerconsultant, in association with @acoustics_ac_uk and a great team of co-authors. Link here: https://t.co/diRSLNiI3v

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

I had a break from twitter, back to give it another go now. Sorry if you tried to get in touch and I missed it.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@AndreasHeinem I choose motorcycle for this, 65mpg is normal although most manufacturers strongly prioritise performance over economy. What the market wants I guess. Car is better for carrying stuff and more practical for fieldwork I admit.

[Dr. Kirsten Lees @K_J_Lees]

Interested in #carbon #biodiversity and #rewilding? Apply to do a #PhD with me, @drelliott0net, and Dr Mark Bulling! #PhDposition
https://t.co/aVyQ478uN4

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@_jake_robinson @WoodlandTrust @ArbAssociation @ISArboriculture @ConsulArborists @ForestryEngland @FAOForestry @fungi_flowers @nikhil_eapen @Greenyatra @bio4climate Does anyone know how these systems function below-ground? Bacteria and fungi?

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@s_parting @viewranger @locusmap In my opinion, @locusmap is much better. I use the LoMaps most of the time as they are very clear and fast, you can even theme it to look like OS maps. I also buy the OS map when walking/cycling - and set it as an overlay which can be easily switched on/off.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@micro_mario @thecrobe @rsen5 I think it would be difficult but possible depending on the sample and staining method. Start by trying a PCR direct on the sample, with positive control (DNA target added) to see if there is any inhibition. If not working look at the techniques used in ancient DNA work.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@SoilTemp_proj @JLembrechts Pictures about soil microclimate from UK, Iceland, Australia.

[David Elliott @drelliott0net]

@bert_hu_bert wow, I like the sound of this book. ribosome as 3d printer is a nice analogy. Microbial communities and evolution of symbioses could be an interesting topic to include, including endosymbiotic theory. Maybe it's in chapter 1 already.