The Socio-Ecological Dynamics of Food Insecurity among Subsistence-Oriented Indigenous Communities in Amazonia: a Qualitative Examination of Coping Strategies among Riverine Communities along the Caquetá River, Colombia
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DOI: 10.1007/s10745-019-0074-7
Abstract: Despite the Amazon’s natural wealth, food insecurity is a major concern among indigenous communities. Yet, little is known about the socio-ecological dynamics shaping the contributions of local ecosystems to food security. In this study we… read more here.
Keywords: food insecurity; socio ecological; indigenous communities; food ... See more keywords
Association Between Socio-Ecological Risk Factor Clustering and Mental, Emotional, and Behavioral Problems in Hispanic Adolescents
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DOI: 10.1007/s10826-016-0641-0
Abstract: Compared to non-Hispanic whites, Hispanic adolescents in the U.S. report higher rates of several mental, emotional, and behavioral problems such as substance use, sexual risk behaviors, and internalizing and externalizing problems. There is evidence of… read more here.
Keywords: risk; ecological risk; hispanic adolescents; emotional behavioral ... See more keywords
Socio-ecological studies on a tropical coastal area in southern India
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DOI: 10.1007/s13762-018-1752-5
Abstract: AbstractSocioeconomic status versus human health issues were studied during one year among coastal communities of southern India. Hydrochemical (16) and microbial parameters (9) were analyzed, and the results were represented by using correlation coefficient and… read more here.
Keywords: studies tropical; ecological studies; southern india; coastal area ... See more keywords
An uncertain agent-based model for socio-ecological simulation of groundwater use in irrigation: A case study of Lake Urmia Basin, Iran
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DOI: 10.1016/j.agwat.2021.106796
Abstract: Abstract Socio-ecological systems include diverse resources of complexity involving complicated interactions, feedback, dynamic behavior patterns, heterogeneity in agents’ characteristics and behaviors, as well as system uncertainties. Agent-based modeling is introduced as a tool to simulate… read more here.
Keywords: based model; agent based; lake urmia; socio ecological ... See more keywords
Environmental solutions fast-tracked: Reversing public scepticism to public engagement
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biocon.2020.108899
Abstract: Abstract Setting accomplishable goals for managing environmental health might be more effective where the environmental goals align with social interests. Engaging community stakeholders in the decision-making process allows social knowledge, expectations and concerns to inform… read more here.
Keywords: public scepticism; making process; engagement; decision making ... See more keywords
Conceptual advancement of socio-ecological modelling of ecosystem services for re-evaluating Brownfield land
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoser.2018.08.003
Abstract: Essential environmental resources are rapidly exploited globally, while social-ecological systems at different scales fail to meet sustainable development challenges. Ecosystem services research, which at present predominantly utilizes static modelling approaches, needs better integration with socio-economic… read more here.
Keywords: modelling; ecosystem; conceptual advancement; ecosystem services ... See more keywords
From religion to conservation: unfolding 300 years of collective action in a Greek sacred forest
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DOI: 10.1016/j.forpol.2021.102575
Abstract: Abstract Sacred Natural Sites are integrated-coupled systems with mutual social and natural interactions, and they exist within a variety of local cultures and regions of the world. In Europe and especially in the Mediterranean basin,… read more here.
Keywords: sacred forest; action; 300 years; conservation ... See more keywords
Using comparative socio-ecological modeling to support Climate Action Planning (CAP)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.05.274
Abstract: Abstract We present a comparative socio-ecological modeling approach to identify possible improvement opportunities for Climate Action Plans (CAPs), focusing on two cities, Chicago and Stockholm. The aim is to provide a tool for capturing and… read more here.
Keywords: comparative socio; ecological modeling; ghg emissions; climate action ... See more keywords
Defining adaptation measures collaboratively: A participatory approach in the Doñana socio-ecological system, Spain.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2016.10.042
Abstract: The uncertainty associated with the definition of strategies for climate change adaptation poses a challenge that cannot be faced by science alone. We present a participatory experience where, instead of having science defining solutions and… read more here.
Keywords: collaboratively participatory; measures collaboratively; defining adaptation; adaptation ... See more keywords
The importance of socio-ecological system dynamics in understanding adaptation to global change in the forestry sector.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2017.02.066
Abstract: Adaptation is necessary to cope with or take advantage of the effects of climate change on socio-ecological systems. This is especially important in the forestry sector, which is sensitive to the ecological and economic impacts… read more here.
Keywords: forestry sector; change; adaptation; socio ecological ... See more keywords
Socio-ecological vulnerability assessment in coastal communities in the BCLME region
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmarsys.2018.01.008
Abstract: Abstract Climate change poses a key threat to marine ecosystems and fisheries resources as well as to communities that depend on these systems for food and livelihoods. This paper reports on a community-based rapid vulnerability… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; vulnerability; vulnerability assessment; socio ecological ... See more keywords