Credits

The Soil-Net project could not have taken place without the huge input and contribution of a dedicated and expert development team including soil scientists, graphic artists and web developers, as well as a wider group of specialist advisors, educationalists and technical experts.

Soil-Net would like above all to dedicate this website to Professor Peter Bullock, whose extraordinary vision and commitment to soils education and soil science led to its implementation in its current form, and whose texts and personal philosophies are presented throughout the site. Peter Bullock 1937-2008.

Key also to driving forward the vision for Soil-Net and bringing the vision to reality is Professor Stephen Hallett who worked at Cranfield University from 1991 to 2026 in a career dedicated to soil science and environmental informatics.

Particular reference must also be made to the following groups:

Defra's Soil Policy team - for sponsoring the initial development of the project, and for their continuing advice and support.

The staff of the Cranfield University Soils and Agrifood Institute, UK, the leading Institution of soil science and soil-related research in England and Wales, and affiliates - for bringing soil science so vibrantly to life.

Norwich University of the Arts and associates - for their inspiration and flair in the development of the exciting visual and aural elements as well as the voice talents of the site.

To the Develop EPB (formerly Bedfordshire SETNET) organisation for their excellent assistance and advice in developing applied environmental educational products. Also in Bedfordshire, thanks must go the the Firs Lower School for their kind assistance and advice.

To the (former) Knowledge Media Institute of the Open University for their advice in developing internet-based distance learning environments.

To the Dr Sally Caird of the Open University for her co-development work on the Eco-Lifestyle quiz hosted within Soil-Net. Also co-author of the academic paper describing the site's development.

To Hampshire County Council's Environment Department and Children's Services Department for their vision in embracing the importance of soil and recognising its place in the modern curriculum, and for facilitating links with the schools and teachers of Hampshire. An especial thanks to the Hampshire teachers who kindly acted as advisers for the materials on Soil-Net; Portway Junior School, Romsey School, Test Valley (now Danebury) School and the Westgate School.

To the Adult Learning Inspectorate of DfES for their help and advice in developing soil-related educational materials.

To the QCA / QCDA for their initial advice and guidance in setting the right course for the Soil-Net project from the outset.

To the many kind photographers who have allowed their photos to become such an important part of Soil-Net. Names are credited on individual photographs where requested or appropriate in the image 'pop-up' text.

To the British Museum for allowing the use on Soil-Net of assets from their excellent collections.