Aims and Scope

Aims and Scope

Aims

Journal of Urban Ecology Researches is a peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research on urban ecology, sustainable urban development, environmental planning, and the interactions between human societies and urban ecosystems. The journal provides a platform for high-quality theoretical, empirical, and applied studies that contribute to improving the environmental, social, economic, and spatial sustainability of cities and regions.

The journal welcomes innovative research that enhances understanding of ecological processes in urban environments, supports evidence-based planning and policymaking, promotes resilient and climate-responsive cities, and encourages sustainable management of natural resources. While the journal welcomes studies from all geographical regions, it particularly encourages research addressing the challenges and opportunities of developing countries.

Scope

The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, short communications, and case studies in, but not limited to, the following areas:

  • Urban Ecology
  • Sustainable Urban Development
  • Eco-Cities and Green Infrastructure
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Environmental Planning and Management
  • Urban Sustainability Assessment
  • Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
  • Ecosystem Services in Urban Areas
  • Urban Biodiversity Conservation
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Water Resources Management
  • Waste Management and Circular Economy
  • Urban Soil Pollution and Remediation
  • Air Quality and Environmental Pollution Control
  • Environmental Economics
  • Sustainable Transportation and Mobility
  • Smart Cities and Urban Innovation
  • GIS, Remote Sensing, and Spatial Analysis
  • Environmental Indicators and Sustainability Assessment
  • Landscape Ecology and Urban Green Spaces
  • Urban Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Sustainable Energy Systems
  • Environmental Governance and Public Policy
  • Social, Cultural, and Economic Dimensions of Sustainability
  • Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Cities
  • Rural–Urban Linkages and Regional Development
  • Ecological Restoration and Ecosystem Management
  • Ecosystem Modelling
  • Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Urban and Environmental Studies
  • Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Urban Management

The journal encourages interdisciplinary approaches integrating geography, environmental sciences, ecology, urban planning, architecture, engineering, economics, public policy, and related disciplines to address contemporary urban environmental challenges and promote sustainable and resilient cities.