SEEFOR-South-East European Forestry

Scope & Guideline

Fostering collaboration for sustainable forest development.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of SEEFOR-South-East European Forestry 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
ISSN1847-6481
PublisherCROATIAN FOREST RESEARCH INST
Support Open AccessYes
CountryCroatia
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2017 to 2024
AbbreviationSEEFOR-SOUTH-EAST EU / SEEFOR-South-East Eur. For.
Frequency2 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressCVJETNO NASELJE 41, JASTREBARSKO 10450, CROATIA

Aims and Scopes

The journal SEEFOR-South-East European Forestry focuses on a diverse range of forestry-related topics, emphasizing sustainable management, ecological studies, and the socio-economic aspects of forestry in Southeast Europe. It aims to provide a platform for researchers to share findings that contribute to the understanding and advancement of forest science and management practices in the region.
  1. Sustainable Forest Management:
    Research on practices and methodologies that promote the sustainable use of forest resources, ensuring ecological balance while meeting economic and social needs.
  2. Forest Ecology and Biodiversity:
    Studies investigating the ecological characteristics of forest ecosystems, including species diversity, forest dynamics, and the impacts of environmental changes on forest health.
  3. Forest Genetics and Tree Improvement:
    Exploration of genetic diversity, conservation of forest genetic resources, and the development of improved tree varieties for better adaptation to changing environmental conditions.
  4. Impact of Climate Change:
    Research focusing on how climate change affects forest ecosystems, including studies on resilience, adaptation strategies, and the role of forests in carbon sequestration.
  5. Forest Economics and Policy:
    Analysis of economic factors impacting forestry, including market dynamics, forest ownership, and the socio-economic implications of forestry policies in Southeast Europe.
  6. Forest Protection and Management of Invasive Species:
    Studies on the threats posed by invasive species, pests, and diseases to forest health, and strategies for their management and control.
  7. Innovative Forestry Practices:
    Research on new technologies and practices in forestry, including mechanization, forest monitoring, and the use of alternative materials and energy sources.
Recent publications in SEEFOR have highlighted several emerging themes that reflect the evolving landscape of forestry research in Southeast Europe. These themes indicate a proactive approach to addressing contemporary challenges in forestry.
  1. Climate Resilience and Adaptation Strategies:
    An increasing number of studies focus on developing climate-resilient forestry practices, assessing the impacts of climate change on forest ecosystems, and exploring adaptive management techniques.
  2. Integrated Watershed Management:
    Research is increasingly addressing the holistic management of watersheds, recognizing the interconnectedness of forest ecosystems and water resources, and promoting sustainable land-use practices.
  3. Forest Health and Invasive Species Management:
    There is a growing emphasis on understanding the dynamics of forest health, including the effects of invasive species and pathogens, and developing effective management strategies.
  4. Socio-Economic Aspects of Forestry:
    Emerging studies are focused on the socio-economic impacts of forestry, including community involvement, economic valuation of forest resources, and the role of forests in rural development.
  5. Technological Innovations in Forestry:
    The incorporation of new technologies, such as remote sensing and big data analytics, in forestry research is gaining traction, reflecting a trend towards more data-driven and precise forest management practices.

Declining or Waning

While SEEFOR continues to cover a broad range of forestry topics, certain themes have shown a decline in recent publications. This may reflect shifting research priorities or the maturation of specific areas of study.
  1. Traditional Silviculture Practices:
    There has been a noticeable decrease in research focused solely on traditional silvicultural methods, as the field moves towards more integrated and sustainable approaches that consider ecological impacts.
  2. Non-Timber Forest Products:
    Research on non-timber forest products, such as medicinal plants and edible fungi, has seen a decline as the journal's focus shifts towards broader ecological and management issues.
  3. Forest Fire Management Techniques:
    While still relevant, the frequency of studies specifically addressing traditional forest fire management methods has waned, possibly due to a greater emphasis on climate change impacts and innovative fire management strategies.
  4. Historical Forest Management Practices:
    Less emphasis is being placed on historical analyses of forest management, as contemporary studies prioritize current challenges and future strategies in forestry.

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