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Center for Energy Studies | Research Paper

Dynamic Modeling of the Nitrogen Cycle of Biochar-amended Soils, and Economic Assessment of Biochar Benefits

The environmental and economic gains of biochar application in agricultural soils are the focus of this study.

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Science and Technology Policy | Journal

President Trump’s Travel Bans Signal a Long-term Loss for American Science

The flags of the U.S. and Iran fusing together as stone.

Edward P. Djerejian Center for the Middle East | Journal

Causes of the U.S. Hostage Crisis in Iran: The Untold Account of the Communist Threat

Center for Energy Studies | Conference Report

Energy Dialogues Summary: 2017

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