GLOBAL BIOGEOCHEMICAL CYCLES

Scope & Guideline

Unraveling the complexities of biogeochemical processes.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of GLOBAL BIOGEOCHEMICAL CYCLES with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0886-6236
PublisherAMER GEOPHYSICAL UNION
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1987 to 2024
AbbreviationGLOBAL BIOGEOCHEM CY / Glob. Biogeochem. Cycle
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
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Address2000 FLORIDA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Global Biogeochemical Cycles' focuses on the intricate interactions within Earth's biogeochemical systems, emphasizing the cycling of key elements such as carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and trace metals across various ecosystems. It aims to present comprehensive research that integrates observational data, modeling approaches, and theoretical frameworks to enhance our understanding of biogeochemical processes on a global scale.
  1. Carbon Cycle Dynamics:
    Research on carbon cycling processes in terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems, including mechanisms of carbon sequestration, emissions, and the impacts of climate change on carbon dynamics.
  2. Nutrient Cycling and Stoichiometry:
    Exploration of nitrogen, phosphorus, and other nutrient cycles, focusing on their interactions, transformations, and effects on ecosystem productivity and health.
  3. Trace Element Biogeochemistry:
    Studies on the distribution, cycling, and ecological impacts of trace elements in various environments, including oceans, soils, and freshwater systems.
  4. Impact of Climate Change on Biogeochemical Processes:
    Investigations into how climate change influences biogeochemical cycles, including feedback mechanisms and adaptations of ecosystems.
  5. Modeling and Data Integration:
    Development and application of models to simulate biogeochemical processes and assess the impacts of anthropogenic activities, utilizing data from various observational platforms.
  6. Regional and Global Assessments:
    Comprehensive assessments of biogeochemical cycles at regional and global scales, addressing issues such as land use change, pollution, and conservation strategies.
The journal 'Global Biogeochemical Cycles' has identified several trending and emerging themes that reflect current scientific interests and global environmental challenges. These themes are becoming increasingly relevant in the context of ongoing climate change and ecosystem management.
  1. Climate Change and Carbon Sequestration:
    There is an increasing focus on understanding how climate change affects carbon sequestration in various ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and oceans, emphasizing the need for adaptive management strategies.
  2. Interconnectedness of Biogeochemical Cycles:
    Emerging research highlights the interconnectedness of various biogeochemical cycles, such as the interactions between carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus, and their collective impact on ecosystem health.
  3. Remote Sensing and Data Integration:
    The use of remote sensing technologies and big data analytics to monitor and assess biogeochemical cycles is gaining momentum, allowing for more comprehensive and real-time assessments.
  4. Anthropogenic Impacts on Biogeochemical Processes:
    There is a growing emphasis on studying the effects of anthropogenic activities, such as urbanization and industrialization, on biogeochemical cycles and ecosystem services.
  5. Restoration Ecology and Biogeochemistry:
    Research focusing on the role of biogeochemical processes in ecosystem restoration efforts is on the rise, particularly in understanding how to enhance carbon storage and nutrient cycling in degraded ecosystems.

Declining or Waning

While 'Global Biogeochemical Cycles' continues to publish a wide range of topics, certain themes appear to be declining in prominence as research priorities shift. The following areas have seen a reduction in focus over recent years.
  1. Historical Analysis of Biogeochemical Changes:
    Research focusing on historical biogeochemical changes over centuries is becoming less prominent, with a shift towards more real-time data analysis and immediate impacts of current environmental changes.
  2. Microbial Processes in Soil Carbon Dynamics:
    Although microbial interactions within soil carbon dynamics have been important, the focus has shifted towards broader ecosystem-level studies, leading to a decrease in specific microbial process studies.
  3. Localized Pollution Studies:
    Research dedicated to localized pollution impacts on biogeochemical cycles has seen a decline as more attention is directed towards global assessments and trends of biogeochemical cycles.
  4. Traditional Agricultural Practices and Their Biogeochemical Impacts:
    Studies on traditional agricultural practices and their historical impacts on biogeochemical cycles are waning in favor of innovative agricultural practices and their sustainability implications.
  5. Static Models of Biogeochemical Processes:
    There is a noticeable decline in the use of static models for biogeochemical processes, with a growing preference for dynamic, integrated modeling approaches that account for variability and change.

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