V.I. Vernadsky was one of the fathers of the science of geochemistry and the father of biogeochemistry. He modernized conceptualization of the biosphere. His works and ideas were ahead of his time and to a degree, are ahead of our time. I think his works are helpful in our effort toward the goals of sustainability. I will be glad to hear any comment from you, dear colleagues.
This is my comment to my question:
During the time when you attended lectures at your university, have you heard the name of V.I. Vernadsky?
https://www.researchgate.net/post/During_the_time_when_you_attended_lectures_at_your_university_have_you_heard_the_name_of_VI_Vernadsky?
Vladimir Vernadsky is a foundational figure in geochemistry and biogeochemistry, with his work on the biosphere remaining influential in sustainability efforts. His theories are widely recognized in academic circles, particularly in environmental sciences and sustainable development.
My first encounter with Vernadsky was in studying Vernadite during my senior thesis on marine ferromanganese. I've learned more since which I will discuss in your other thread on Vernadsky.
Sergei Andreevich Ostroumov
I did hear the name mentioned once with regard to Vernadski's ideas as preceding those of James Lovelock and his Gaia Hypothesis. Since he published his book "The Biosphere" first in Russian and then translated into French it had little influence on the anglophone scientists especially the Americans who were going through McCarthyism. Moreover, even the Gaia Hypothesis was initially widely rejected by scientists because of its new age name and the idea that “the world is a living organism.”
The complete "The Biosphere" has now been translated into English with an introduction by Lovelock's collaborator Llyn Margulis. There is more info on the book's reception here:
https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/literature-and-writing/vernadsky-publishes-biosphere
and scroll down. The noosphere has been replaced in western culture by the idea of the Anthropocene.
I would just add that if you want to get your ideas accepted in the West you must publish in English, the lingua franca of science, which has now replaced Latin as the international language of science.
Hope this helps,
Alastair.
@Alastair Bain McDonald
Alastair, thank you for your detailed answer. I recommended it. I had met both J.Lovelock and Lynn Margulis in person and had interesting discussions with them. Thank you for your good recommendation to publish in English.
Some of my English publications related to issues of the biosphere are presented here (and I plan to publish more):
Ostroumov S.A. The study of the biosphere and chemical-biotic interactions. Moscow, MAKS Press, 2016. (Series: Ecological Studies, Hazards, Solutions. Issue 21). ISBN 978-5-317-05302-4; https://www.researchgate.net/publication/389720754 ; https://www.academia.edu/44365963/
Some of my other related papers:
Additions to Some Concepts Presented in V.I. Vernadsky’s Works on the Biosphere. Russian Journal of General Chemistry (ISSN: 1070-3632), v.89, p.2858-2859. S.A.Ostroumov. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339329976
- December 2019
- Russian Journal of General Chemistry 89(13):2858-2859
- DOI: 10.1134/S1070363219130188
New Aspects of the Role of Organisms and Detritus in the Detoxification System of the Biosphere; https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322861119 ; Russian Journal of General Chemistry, Ostroumov S.A.
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A related question of mine:
https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_in_your_opinion_the_role_of_VIVernadsky_in_the_environmental_sciences ;
I will be glad to hear your feedback again.