Biological soil crusts as nature-inspired solution for arid soil stabilization: Integrating microbial processes with unsaturated soil mechanics

Key Points

• Soil stabilization improved with biological soil crusts, enhancing ecosystem resilience.
• Key evidence shows a significant increase in soil strength by 30% through microbial activity.
• Analysis of microbial processes integrated with unsaturated soil mechanics uncovers vital interactions.
• Implications extend to arid land management, encouraging ecological restoration efforts.