Ecosystems and People
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Research for Ecological and Societal Resilience
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal focuses on integrating ecological and social sciences to understand the complex interactions between human societies and ecosystems. - Participatory Approaches:
It promotes research that involves stakeholder engagement and participatory methodologies, ensuring that local knowledge and values are recognized in environmental governance. - Cultural Ecosystem Services:
Emphasis on understanding and valuing cultural ecosystem services, which are essential for human well-being and community identity. - Social-Ecological Systems:
Research frequently examines social-ecological systems (SES), exploring how social dynamics influence ecosystem management and vice versa. - Relational Values and Governance:
The journal highlights the role of relational values in governance frameworks, advocating for a shift from traditional stewardship to partnerships with nature. - Sustainability Transformation:
Focus on transformative processes and pathways towards sustainable practices in diverse contexts, including urban and rural landscapes.
Trending and Emerging
- Relational Approaches to Sustainability:
An increasing number of papers explore relational approaches, emphasizing the connections between humans and nature, and the co-production of knowledge and values. - Cultural and Indigenous Knowledge:
There is a growing focus on incorporating cultural and Indigenous knowledge systems into ecosystem management, recognizing their importance in enhancing resilience and sustainability. - Urban Ecosystem Dynamics:
Research on urban ecosystems is gaining traction, particularly studies addressing the role of urban green spaces and their contributions to human well-being. - Climate Change Adaptation:
Emerging themes around climate change adaptation strategies are prominent, with a focus on local and context-specific solutions that involve community engagement. - Transdisciplinary Research:
The journal increasingly supports transdisciplinary approaches that bridge the gap between scientific research and practical applications in policy and community settings. - Ecosystem Services and Well-being Nexus:
There is a notable trend towards exploring the connections between ecosystem services and human well-being, emphasizing the need for integrated assessments that consider social equity.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Conservation Approaches:
There is a noticeable decrease in papers focused solely on traditional conservation strategies, as the journal shifts towards more integrative and participatory governance models. - Single-Disciplinary Studies:
Research that focuses on isolated ecological or social aspects without considering the broader interdisciplinary context has become less frequent, indicating a preference for more holistic approaches. - Static Ecosystem Valuation:
The journal has moved away from static assessments of ecosystem services, favoring dynamic, context-sensitive evaluations that incorporate social and cultural dimensions. - Top-Down Management Strategies:
Research advocating for top-down management of ecosystems is declining, as the journal increasingly emphasizes community-led and participatory management practices. - Generalized Ecosystem Service Frameworks:
There is a waning interest in generalized frameworks for ecosystem services that do not account for local context and cultural relevance, reflecting the need for tailored approaches.
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