Journal of the Korean Earth Science Society
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Depths of Earth's Mysteries
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Geological and Geophysical Research:
The journal covers extensive research on geological formations, fault mechanics, seismic studies, and geophysical properties of the earth, providing insights into tectonic movements and geological history. - Climate and Environmental Science:
Research addressing climate change, atmospheric conditions, and environmental impacts, particularly in the context of East Asia, is a core focus, highlighting the region's unique climatic challenges. - Hydrology and Hydrogeology:
Studies on groundwater characteristics, hydrological modeling, and water quality assessments are emphasized, reflecting the journal's commitment to understanding water resources in the Korean context. - Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis:
The journal publishes works utilizing remote sensing technologies and geospatial analysis to monitor environmental changes, assess natural disasters, and analyze coastal and marine ecosystems. - Earth Science Education:
An important aspect of the journal involves exploring pedagogical strategies and educational frameworks for teaching earth sciences, emphasizing the development of inquiry-based learning and computational thinking in educational settings.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Climate Change:
There is an increasing focus on the effects of climate change on regional environments, particularly in East Asia, with research exploring atmospheric warming, extreme weather events, and their implications for ecosystems and human activities. - Application of Machine Learning and Data Science:
The application of machine learning techniques in earth sciences, particularly for predictive modeling and data visualization, is gaining traction, reflecting broader trends in scientific research towards data-driven methodologies. - Educational Innovations in Earth Science:
A growing interest in pedagogical approaches that incorporate technology and inquiry-based learning reflects an emerging trend to enhance earth science education, particularly in the context of integrating computational thinking. - Marine and Coastal Research:
Research related to marine ecosystems, including studies on ocean acidification, coastal erosion, and the impact of human activities on marine environments, is becoming increasingly prominent, addressing critical environmental issues. - Hydrological Modeling and Water Quality:
There is an emerging emphasis on advanced hydrological modeling and assessments of water quality, driven by the need to address water security and pollution issues in a rapidly changing climate.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Geological Studies:
Research focusing on historical geology and paleontology appears to be less frequent, possibly overshadowed by more pressing contemporary issues such as climate change and environmental monitoring. - Geological Hazards and Risk Assessment:
While still relevant, the volume of studies specifically addressing geological hazards, such as landslides and earthquakes, has decreased, indicating a possible shift towards more proactive environmental and climate-related research. - Geochemical Analysis of Sediments:
Papers centered solely on geochemical analyses of sediment cores have become less prominent, as interdisciplinary approaches that combine geochemistry with climate and ecological studies are more favored.
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