July 2021 PMID 34285323

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology.

Paola Micaela Mafla-Endara, Carlos Arellano-Caicedo, Kristin Aleklett, Milda Pucetaite, Pelle Ohlsson, Edith C Hammer

Mentions

33
Peak: 11 in Jul 2021
across 4 sources since Jul 2021

Extended reach

51,945
potential audience

Total likes

52

Video views

249

Mentions per month

Jul 2021 – Aug 2021

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter15 posts
  • News12 articles
  • Blogs4 articles
  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, the group expresses strong support and fascination with the innovative use of microfluidic chips in soil ecology, citing impressive visuals and potential to bridge field and lab research, with language that conveys excitement and admiration.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance and innovation of using microfluidic chips to study soil ecology, with phrases like 'congratulations' and 'very cool' indicating support.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high curiosity and enthusiasm, evidenced by comments about figures being impressive and sharing favorite examples of soil microorganisms and fungi.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include mentions of specific figures, methods, and notable visuals, showing active engagement with the research content.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the development could advance ecological studies and field-lab integration, although some comments are more admiration than detailed analysis.

Abstract in brief

  • Microfluidic chips are innovative tools that provide a clear view of soil microbial communities and their interactions, both in the lab and directly in the field.
  • These chips facilitate the study of complex ecological processes like microbial dispersal, food webs, and the influence of fungi on soil habitats by allowing microbes and minerals to enter and move within them.
  • The research demonstrates that these chips can effectively bridge the gap between real-world field ecology and controlled lab experiments, offering a powerful way to understand soil functions and microbial interactions in their natural environment.]

Top posts

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Matthias C. Rillig
@mrillig · X

Oh wow, this is very cool; congratulations! 'Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology' And Fig. 1 must be in the top percentile of figures I have seen lately.... https://t.co/EYgYwFFHQl

Jul 23, 2021 · 16 likes · 14,821 followers View post →
Matthias C. Rillig
@mrillig · X

Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @EdithCHammer https://t.co/YgUu9nQK9G

Aug 9, 2021 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 14,821 followers View post →
ISOP
@protistologists · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology: Paola Micaela Mafla-Endara et al. https://t.co/5V3n3k3fOD

Jul 23, 2021 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 5,086 followers View post →
Pedro M. Antunes
@1pantunes · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology | Communications Biology https://t.co/NqYVa7bd5r

Jul 23, 2021 · 3 likes · 2,323 followers View post →
Edith Hammer
@EdithCHammer · X

or this one, fungi blocking nematodes: https://t.co/x7mXpWc2aj

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 912 followers View post →
Edith Hammer
@EdithCHammer · X

for example these, some of my favourites https://t.co/SACzf7EADU

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 912 followers View post →

All mentions

ZhangYongyong
@ZhangYongyong3 · X

RT @mrillig: Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @Ed…

Aug 10, 2021 · 4 shares · 101 followers View post →
Wanderson L. Cunha
@wandersonlc12 · X

RT @mrillig: Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @Ed…

Aug 9, 2021 · 4 shares · 277 followers View post →
Dan Lowe
@alsodanlowe · X

RT @mrillig: Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @Ed…

Aug 9, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,570 followers View post →
Jeehwan Bae
@baecology · X

RT @mrillig: Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @Ed…

Aug 9, 2021 · 4 shares · 276 followers View post →
Matthias C. Rillig
@mrillig · X

Reading in (virtual) journal club Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology Mafla-Endara et al. w/ @EdithCHammer https://t.co/YgUu9nQK9G

Aug 9, 2021 · 12 likes · 4 shares · 14,821 followers View post →
Erik Hom
@erikfyhom · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology https://t.co/rrC1kK8h9B

Jul 24, 2021 · 682 followers View post →
Pedro M. Antunes
@1pantunes · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology | Communications Biology https://t.co/NqYVa7bd5r

Jul 23, 2021 · 3 likes · 2,323 followers View post →
Bruce Taylor
@BruceDSTaylor · X

RT @protistologists: Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology: Paola Micaela Mafla-Endara et al.

Jul 23, 2021 · 3 shares · 9 followers View post →
Jacob West-Roberts
@Jwestrob · X

RT @protistologists: Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology: Paola Micaela Mafla-Endara et al. https://t.co/5V3n3…

Jul 23, 2021 · 3 shares · 687 followers View post →
ISOP
@protistologists · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology: Paola Micaela Mafla-Endara et al. https://t.co/5V3n3k3fOD

Jul 23, 2021 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 5,086 followers View post →
Matthias C. Rillig
@mrillig · X

Oh wow, this is very cool; congratulations! 'Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology' And Fig. 1 must be in the top percentile of figures I have seen lately.... https://t.co/EYgYwFFHQl

Jul 23, 2021 · 16 likes · 14,821 followers View post →
Edith Hammer
@EdithCHammer · X

Or this critter bulldozing through the soil: https://t.co/ibCPsyJOwr

Jul 22, 2021 · 912 followers View post →
Edith Hammer
@EdithCHammer · X

or this one, fungi blocking nematodes: https://t.co/x7mXpWc2aj

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 912 followers View post →
Edith Hammer
@EdithCHammer · X

for example these, some of my favourites https://t.co/SACzf7EADU

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 912 followers View post →
Tatsuya Nobori
@nobolly · X

Microfluidic chips provide visual access to in situ soil ecology | Comm Biol https://t.co/66dc6aAZep

Jul 20, 2021 · 1 like · 8,250 followers View post →