Natural Resources Research

Scope & Guideline

Elevating the dialogue on sustainable resource use and management.

Introduction

Welcome to your portal for understanding Natural Resources Research, featuring guidelines for its aims and scope. Our guidelines cover trending and emerging topics, identifying the forefront of research. Additionally, we track declining topics, offering insights into areas experiencing reduced scholarly attention. Key highlights include highly cited topics and recently published papers, curated within these guidelines to assist you in navigating influential academic dialogues.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1520-7439
PublisherSPRINGER
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1996 to 2024
AbbreviationNAT RESOUR RES / Nat. Resour. Res.
Frequency6 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressVAN GODEWIJCKSTRAAT 30, 3311 GZ DORDRECHT, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

Natural Resources Research focuses on providing insights and advancements in the exploration, utilization, and management of natural resources through interdisciplinary research and innovative methodologies.
  1. Geoscience and Mineral Exploration:
    The journal emphasizes research on geological methodologies, mineral resource estimation, and the use of advanced technologies like machine learning and geostatistics for mineral prospectivity mapping.
  2. Coal and Energy Resources:
    There is a consistent focus on coal properties, including its mechanical behavior, gas adsorption characteristics, and methods for enhancing coalbed methane recovery.
  3. Environmental Impact Assessment:
    Research includes studies on the environmental implications of resource extraction, particularly concerning groundwater quality and the impacts of mining on ecosystems.
  4. Hydrogeology and Groundwater Management:
    The journal covers groundwater resource assessment, management techniques, and the integration of remote sensing and geophysical methods for groundwater exploration.
  5. Innovative Modeling Techniques:
    The use of advanced computational models, including AI and machine learning approaches, for predicting resource behavior and optimizing extraction processes is a key area of focus.
Natural Resources Research is adapting to new challenges and opportunities within the field, with several emerging themes gaining traction in recent years.
  1. Machine Learning and AI Integration:
    The application of machine learning techniques for mineral prospectivity mapping, resource estimation, and predictive modeling is increasingly prevalent, showcasing the journal's commitment to modern methodologies.
  2. Environmental Sustainability and Resource Management:
    There is a growing emphasis on sustainable practices in resource management, including studies on the environmental impacts of mining and strategies for ecological restoration.
  3. Advanced Geophysical Techniques:
    Innovative geophysical methods, such as integration of multi-source data and remote sensing technologies, are gaining attention for their effectiveness in resource exploration.
  4. Data-Driven Decision Making:
    Research focusing on data analytics and decision-making frameworks is on the rise, reflecting the industry's shift towards evidence-based resource management.
  5. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    The trend towards interdisciplinary research that combines geoscience with environmental science, engineering, and data science is becoming more pronounced, highlighting the journal's broadening scope.

Declining or Waning

While Natural Resources Research continues to thrive, certain themes have seen a decline in prominence in recent publications. These waning scopes reflect changing priorities and advancements in the field.
  1. Traditional Geological Surveys:
    The reliance on conventional methods of geological surveys and assessments has diminished as the field increasingly adopts more sophisticated, data-driven approaches.
  2. Basic Hydrocarbon Exploration Techniques:
    Standard techniques for oil and gas exploration are being overshadowed by advanced modeling and simulation methodologies that offer greater accuracy and efficiency.
  3. Focus on Fossil Fuels:
    As the global energy landscape shifts towards renewable energy sources, the emphasis on fossil fuel research, particularly coal, is decreasing in favor of sustainable alternatives.
  4. Static Reservoir Modeling:
    There is a noticeable reduction in static modeling approaches as dynamic, real-time modeling techniques gain traction for their ability to adapt to changing conditions.
  5. Localized Case Studies:
    The journal has shifted from region-specific case studies to broader, integrative approaches that encompass multiple regions and methodologies.

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