Analysis of Forest Cover in the Tumba-Lediima Nature Reserve (RTL-DRC) by Sylvestre Frey, André Musas A Musas, Nestor Anzola Kibamba, Sebastien Kidushi Mboma, Tege Simboni Simboni, Djonive Munene Asidi

“…By proposing concrete strategies in the short, medium and long term, this study offers essential perspectives for preserving the biodiversity and ecological resilience of the reserve. By proposing actionable strategies in the short, medium, and long term, this study provides a roadmap for preserving not only the biodiversity and ecological resilience of the reserve but also offers scalable solutions for similar tropical forest regions facing comparable challenges. …”
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Evaluation of essential indigenous woody plant species used by the rural population in Taraba State Nigeria by Bernard Bunde Meer, Iyiola Oadunjoye Tella, Callistus Akosim, Ephraim Edward Dishan

“…A multistage sampling design was used to stratify the study into three ecological zones: Northern Guinea Savanna (NGS), Southern Guinea Savanna (SGS), and Montane Forest (MF). …”
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Spatial-Temporal Variations and Influencing Factors of Water-related Ecosystem Services in Southwest China Under Complex Terrain by TANG Shuang, ZHU Chongjing, GAO Jie, BIAN Hongyan

“…This study will contribute to the ecological protection in complex terrain (with different elevations and different landforms) and provide a scientific basis for land management and ecological restoration measures in karst areas.…”
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Insights into ozone pollution control in urban areas by decoupling meteorological factors based on machine learning by Y. Qiu, X. Li, X. Li, W. Chai, Y. Liu, M. Song, X. Tian, Q. Zou, W. Lou, W. Zhang, J. Li, Y. Zhang

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The diversity and applications of microbial iron metabolism and iron-containing proteins by Haichun Gao, Ingrid Span

“…This collection reflects research that will advance the understanding of hemoproteins, iron-sulfur cluster proteins and other iron-containing proteins, proteins involved in homeostasis of iron/heme and their regulation, or ecological impacts of iron/heme on interacting hosts and microbial communities.…”
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The Spatio-temporal Evolution of NDVI in the Three Gorges Reservoir Area Driven by the Synergistic Effect of two Factors over the Past 21 Years by QI Haimei, ZHENG Peilong, WANG Yunqi, WANG Jiani, LI Cheng, ZHANG Xiaoming

“…[Conclusion] The results of this study can offer a robust scientific support for the formulation of ecological and environmental conservation policies and for sustainable ecological development within the Three Gorges Reservoir Area.…”
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Disrupting effects of neonicotinoids and their interaction with metals on thyroid hormone, an evidence of children in a rural area, South China by Ling-Chuan Guo, Pan Zhu, Chunyan Gui, Jing Deng, Yanhong Gao, Chaoyang Long, Han Zhang, Zhanlu Lv, Shengbing Yu

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Environmental DNA-based assessment of multitrophic biodiversity in a typical river located in the Loess Plateau, China: Influence of PAHs and suspended sediments by Qian Li, Yulu Tian, Yongrong Hao, Chengkai Qu, Rungnapa Tagun, Hisato Iwata, Jiahua Guo

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Ecogeographical Amplitude and Habitat of Two Species of the Genus- <i>Terminalia</i> (Combretaceae) In the Central Niger Delta Areas in Rivers State by NL Edwin-Wosu, T Omara-Achong, BL Nyannanyo

“…This research was aimed at establishing their biodynamic distribution and habitat in the study areas using the simple random sampling method based on standard procedure for ecological assessment. Result shows that both species are successfully adapted to the area as mesophytes but are distinct in all aspect, thus have marked preference for and /or by displaying restricted occurrence in certain ecological habitat. …”
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Impacts of different photovoltaic panel technologies on electrical energy production and CO2 emission reduction by Iva Batić

“…Given the increasing human population on Earth, there is a corresponding increase in the need for energy. One of the ecological and economical methods of meeting such energy needs is through renewable energy sources. …”
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A self-sensing high strength grout used in prefabricated construction: The hybrid effects of carbon black and micro steel fiber by Yubo Li, Dingchao Hu, Xingyang He, Ying Su, Wuyi Lei, Yingbin Wang, Jin Yang, Yuxue Zhu

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Endogenous 17β-estradiol regulates sexually dimorphic anxiety responses in zebrafish via the HPI axis and 5-HT/DA pathways by Hong Tao, Hong Tao, Ying–Ying Zhang, Ying–Ying Zhang, Yan–Jun Shen, Yan–Jun Shen, Qi–Liang Chen, Qi–Liang Chen, Zhi–Hao Liu, Zhi–Hao Liu

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Flowering characteristics and breeding system of Deutzia parviflora by WANG Qi, LI Jinyu, WANG Xinyi, WANG Yixuan, GUO Wei, YUAN Tao

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Retrospectively understanding the multifaceted interplay of COVID-19 outbreak, air pollution, and sociodemographic factors through explainable AI by Mohmmed Talib, Kripabandhu Ghosh, Gopala Krishna Darbha

“…The ecological study analyzed the association between air pollution levels and COVID-19 case fatality rates (CFRs) across distinct pandemic phases. …”
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Vegetation types shape the soil micro-food web compositions and soil multifunctionality in Loess Plateau by Zhiming Chen, Wenjuan Kang, Renyuan He, Guang Li, Zhuzhu Luo, Zhuzhu Luo

“…IntroductionVegetation degradation and soil erosion are severe problems in the Loess hilly region, rendering it one of the most ecologically vulnerable areas in China and globally. …”
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Altitude, geological substrate, and dynamics of Natura 2000 habitat types in Cretan low-vegetation pastures by Frederic Bendali, Michel Godron

“… New Greek legislation imposes conservation goals for habitat types (HTs) in sites of (European) community interest (SCI), so the ecological equilibrium status must be checked before impact assessment in these sites. …”
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Anti-paste Bag Performance of Water-repellent Filter Media in High-humidity Environments Considering Ultra-low Emissions by Zhongkai Yu, Erbao Guo, Xingcheng Liu, Yuemin Li

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Comparative Analysis of the Flavonoid Characteristics of Camellia oleifera Flowers in Different Plantations in Guizhou, China by Yurui Hao, Guandi He, Sanwei Yang, Zhannan Yang, Wenxuan Quan

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Managing Mexican Petunia (Ruellia simplex C. Wright) in the Home Landscape by Carrie A. Reinhardt Adams, Christine Wiese, L. C. Lee, Sandra B. Wilson, A. M. Smith, Rosanna Freyre

“…The Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council lists Mexican petunia (wild-type and non-sterile cultivars) as a Category 1 invasive species, meaning that it is “altering native plant communities by displacing native species, changing community structures or ecological functions, or hybridizing with natives.” …”
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Managing Mexican Petunia (Ruellia simplex C. Wright) in the Home Landscape by Carrie A. Reinhardt Adams, Christine Wiese, L. C. Lee, Sandra B. Wilson, A. M. Smith, Rosanna Freyre

“…The Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council lists Mexican petunia (wild-type and non-sterile cultivars) as a Category 1 invasive species, meaning that it is “altering native plant communities by displacing native species, changing community structures or ecological functions, or hybridizing with natives.” …”
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