Chlortetracycline and Pb(II) adsorption on biologically modified carbonized/dextrinated-starch
T Abbas , M Arshad , S Hussain , A Iqbal , Z Ahmad , MF Qayyum
The Foundation of Life
Healthy soil is crucial for our food systems, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
Sustainable Agriculture
Advancing farming practices through innovative nutrient management and soil health.
Nurturing the Future
From a single seed to global food security, it all begins with healthy soil.
Data-Driven Solutions
Leveraging remote sensing and data science to solve modern agricultural challenges.
The Science of Growth
Dedicated research in soil health is key to unlocking agricultural potential.
A World Beneath Us
Exploring the vast biodiversity within soil, essential for a healthy planet.
Innovating for Tomorrow
Combining traditional wisdom with modern science to create sustainable food systems.
Dr. Touqeer Abbas' Research & Consulting Hub
From the fields of Pakistan to cutting-edge labs in the US — exploring how soil microbial life, nutrient cycles, and heavy-metal dynamics shape our food systems and the planet.
Take a look around: learn about his research, explore his publications, discover how you can collaborate — and get inspired by how science touches the roots of life.
DR. TOUQEER ABBAS
Soil Scientist & USDA-ARS Research Fellow
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS)
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Open for Collaborations – Summer 2026
Dr. Abbas is currently accepting research collaborations and consulting inquiries for Summer/Fall 2026. Reach out to discuss your project.
New Publication Available
A new peer-reviewed article on nitrogen cycling in arid soils has been published. Check the Publications section for details.
Meet Dr. Touqeer Abbas
Born and raised in Pakistan, Dr Abbas found his passion digging into the ground—uncovering how what lies beneath affects what we eat, how we live, and how our planet will fare. He pursued his PhD at Zhejiang University in China, then moved to the United States to join the University of Minnesota as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Today, his research brings soil science to the intersection of agriculture, environment, and sustainability — focusing on microbial interactions, nutrient cycling (especially nitrogen), and soil contamination. His ultimate aim: to make soils healthier, crops more productive, and ecosystems more resilient.
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What I Care About
Research areas that drive my work and passion
Soil health & microbial ecology
Discovering how tiny organisms shape major outcomes.
Nitrogen cycles
Tracing how nitrogen moves and sometimes gets lost — and helping keep it in the system.
Heavy-metal dynamics
Understanding how toxic elements behave in soils and how that affects plants, people, and water.
Applied research & real-world impact
From potatoes in North China to fields in Pakistan — bridging lab-thinking and farm-action.
To bring clarity to the hidden world beneath our feet — and translate that clarity into smarter farming, healthier soils, and a better future for the planet.
— Dr. Touqeer Abbas
Professional Experience
USDA Research Fellow
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Analyzing data from research on wetland restoration and soil carbon sequestration across multi-state sites. Collaborating with interdisciplinary USDA and university teams to enhance wetlands resilience and sustainability.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Minnesota
Analyzed data collected across 15 U.S. states evaluating soil fertility strategies in potato systems. Presented findings to growers, industry leaders, and scientific audiences at national meetings and contributed to soil health assessments.
PhD Researcher
Zhejiang University
Designed and conducted research on soil nitrogen management under different fertilizer and water regimes. Explored the hidden pathways of nitrogen loss (Anammox) in paddy soils and published quality papers.
M.Sc (Hons) Research
PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
Analyzed heavy metals in urban areas of metropolitan cities of Punjab and reported data through mapping.
Education
Ph.D. in Soil Science
Zhejiang University
Focused on soil nitrogen management, exploring pathways of nitrogen loss like Anammox in paddy soils.
M.Sc. (Hons) in Soil Science
PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
Research title: Mapping of heavy metals in soils of rawalpindi region using GIS.
B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture
PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi
Gained a strong foundation in agricultural sciences and soil management principles.
Research & Publications
Dr Abbas has contributed to a growing body of peer-reviewed work on soil microbiology, nutrient transformations, and environmental soil science.
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Interaction of titanium dioxide nanoparticles with PVC-microplastics and chromium counteracts oxidative injuries in Trachyspermum ammi L. by modulating antioxidants and gene expression
J Ma , T Abbas , M Ul Hassan , MA Nawaz , Z Ahmad , MF Qayyum , G Jilani
Litterfall quality modulates soil ammonium and nitrate supply through altering microbial function in bamboo encroachment of broadleaf forests
Q Teng , T Abbas , Y Huang , Z Chen , X Hu , Z Li
Characterization of amphoteric bentonite-loaded magnetic biochar and its adsorption properties for Cu²⁺ and tetracycline
H Deng , T Abbas , X Shan , J Huang , X Mao , M Yang , Z Li
Immobilization of exchangeable Cd in soil using mixed amendment and its effect on soil microbial communities under paddy upland rotation system
L Gong , T Abbas , H Li , Z Li , Q Zhang
Higher ammonium-to-nitrate ratio shapes distinct soil nitrifying community and favors the growth of Moso bamboo in contrast to broadleaf tree species
X Hu , T Abbas , Q Teng , Y Huang , Z Chen , Z Li
Cd bioavailability and nitrogen cycling microbes interaction affected by mixed amendments in Cd-contaminated paddy soils
H Li , T Abbas , L Gong , Z Li , Q Zhang
Risk assessment and GIS-based mapping of heavy metals in the secondary rock deposits derived soils of Islamabad, Pakistan
T Abbas , M Akmal , MN Bhatti , I Ahmed , W Hamid
Soil anammox and denitrification processes connected with N cycling genes co-supporting or contrasting under different water conditions
T Abbas , Q Zhang , Z Li , Q Qian
Alteration of gaseous nitrogen losses via anaerobic ammonium oxidation coupled with ferric reduction from paddy soils in Southern China
B Yi , T Abbas , X Gao , J Xiao , R Zhang , Z Li , Q Zhang
Anammox microbial community and activity changes in response to water and dissolved oxygen managements in a paddy-wheat soil of Southern China
T Abbas , Q Zhang , Z Li , W Xiao
Anammox co-fungi accompanying denitrifying bacteria are the thieves of the nitrogen cycle in paddy-wheat crop rotated soils
T Abbas , H Zhou , Z Li , X Gao , Q Zhang
Effects of different fertilization regimes on nitrogen and phosphorus losses by surface runoff and bacterial community in a vegetable soil
B Yi , T Abbas , S Zhang , X Gao , Q Zhang
Collaboration & Consultancy
If you're looking for a partner in soil science, Dr Abbas is available for collaborations, consultancy, and lectures.
- Research partnerships with universities, institutes and industry
- Soil diagnostics, nutrient-management strategy and contamination assessment
- Guest lectures, seminars and workshops on agriculture, soil ecology and sustainability
Let's take the science from the lab and put it to work.
Let's Work TogetherSpeaking & Outreach
Dr Abbas regularly participates in academic and industry forums — helping farmers, students, and policy-makers understand the invisible life in soil.
"Microbial pathways of nitrogen in intensive cropping systems"
"Heavy-metal behaviour in soils: monitoring, mitigation and management"
"From potatoes in China to fields in Pakistan: applied soil health research"
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Abbas's research, collaborations, and services.
Get in Touch
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