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Environmental and socio‐economic factors behind data provision in 17 citizen science projects

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Citizen science approaches in ecology have recently become increasingly popular. Although many advantages, such as the cost‐effective collection of vast amounts of data, outweigh the disadvantages, most projects face difficulties, such as non‐random sampling, pseudo‐absences or various biases, such as detection/reporting biases or participant ...
Zsóka Vásárhelyi, Barbara Barta, Marianna Biró, Zoltán Csabai, Gábor Földvári, Bálint Halpern, Zsófia Horváth, Erika Juhász, Balázs Károlyi, Kornélia Kurucz, Zsuzsanna Márton, László Mezőfi, Péter Lovászi, Barna Páll‐Gergely, Bálint Pernecker, Ádám Selmeczi‐Kovács, Zoltán Soltész, Éva Szabó, Ágnes Turóci, Vadonleső Group, Judit Vörös, László Zsolt Garamszegi   +21 more
wiley   +1 more source

Drivers of change in human–wildlife relationships: Southern Africa as an example

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Human–wildlife relationships (HWRs) are changing globally in response to shifts in ecological dynamics and societal values, often resulting in contestation. With an increasing need to enable human–wildlife coexistence, it is essential to better understand the drivers of change in HWRs.
Dian Spear
wiley   +1 more source

Examining the multi‐disciplinary origins of biophobia towards threatening and non‐threatening wildlife in a highly urbanised city in China

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Urbanisation is reshaping how people experience wildlife, reducing our shared spaces with local biodiversity. Fewer opportunities for human–wildlife interactions weaken our emotional attachments to nature and precipitate a loss of species knowledge and familiarity.
Sam S. S. Lau, Jason W. L. Fong, Andras N. Zsido, Matthew H. E. M. Browning   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessing relational values of sacred landscapes through text mining of folktales: Insights from the Ryukyu Islands, Japan

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Assessing relational values of nature through its cultural and spiritual significance is crucial for effective nature conservation. Folktales offer insights into traditional relationships between people and nature, and text mining is a powerful tool for extracting information from textual datasets.
Naoki Saito, Soyo Takahashi, Akira Iguchi   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Eco‐anxiety in Tampa Bay: Prevalence, risk factors and recommendations for environmental practitioners

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract As the environmental crisis grows, concerns over its impact on mental health are rising. A growing body of research is investigating novel ecological emotions, with eco‐anxiety garnering significant attention. Yet much of the discourse has centred around clinical implications, leaving environmental practitioners feeling powerless to address ...
B. Alexander Simmons
wiley   +1 more source

Spatiotemporal evolution pattern and convergence of healthy city development in China. [PDF]

Int J Health Geogr
Jin F, Geng Y, Zhang X.
europepmc   +1 more source

Negative symbolism of wildlife shapes human–nature coexistence: The plight of owls in Nigeria

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Human–wildlife coexistence in culturally diverse landscapes requires understanding how socio‐cultural processes shape perceptions and behaviours towards conservation‐priority species. This study examines perceptions, belief‐based uses and conservation attitudes towards owls in communities surrounding six Protected Areas in Nigeria, addressing ...
Iniunam Aniefiok Iniunam, Joan Fadzai Banda, Talatu Tende, Danjuma Filibus Dami, Ulf Ottosson, Adams Adamanyiwa Chaskda   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Urban Waste Management, Air Quality, and Public Health: Assessing the Health Burden of Rapid Urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa. [PDF]

China CDC Wkly
John C.
europepmc   +1 more source

From Growing Conditions to Composite Performance: Acid‐Engineered Algerian Sisal Fibers for Sustainable Bio‐Epoxy Composites

Polymer Composites, EarlyView.
High‐Performance Sustainable Ski Core Bio‐Composite Derived from Bio‐Epoxy and Sisal Sibers Systems. ABSTRACT In pursuit of sustainable and high‐performance materials, this work investigates the potential of Algerian sisal fibers as renewable reinforcements in bio‐epoxy composites.
M. A. Kacem, R. Halimi, O. Duncan, T. Allen, M. Bodaghi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Patterns, drivers, and trends of urban cooling demand across global cities. [PDF]

Nat Commun
Mondal N, Anand P, Khan A, Georgescu M, Niyogi D, Santamouris M.   +5 more
europepmc   +1 more source