Article
Environmental Sciences
Dohyeong Kim, Jeongil Ko, Joohee Jo, Jongseong Ryu, Kyungsik Choi
Summary: The research found that both natural and anthropogenic influences affect the morphological changes of tidal flats near the Saemangeum dike on the west coast of Korea. Man-made activities have led to overall erosion despite seasonal sedimentation patterns. The consequences include sustained erosion caused by the dike, heavy rainfalls in summer promoting erosion, and mud deposition from intensive dredging activity affecting sedimentology and benthic community stability.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Jae-Sang Jung, Jae-Seon Yoon, Seokkoo Kang, Seokil Jeong, Seung Oh Lee, Yong-Sung Park
Summary: This study investigated the discharge characteristics through the drainage gates of the Saemangeum tidal dyke using laboratory experiments, 3D numerical modelling, and field observations. The results derived discharge diagrams related to water levels inside and outside the dyke for a range of operating conditions. Numerical simulations showed good agreement with measurements.
KSCE JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Saebom Jung, Sae Yun Kwon, Mi-Ling Li, Runsheng Yin, Jaeseon Park
Summary: This study investigates the sources of mercury (Hg) in the west coast of Korea using Hg stable isotopes. The results show that industrial Hg sources contribute significantly to the west coast of Korea, while riverine and atmospheric Hg sources play minor roles. The study also reveals that fish in the west coast are mainly exposed to methylmercury (MeHg) produced in the sediment, but in some southwest coast sites, external MeHg from rivers and the open ocean water column is more important as a source in fish.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mario Mangas-Suarez, Jose Ignacio Barquero, Enol Navarro-Murillo, Nieves Roqueni, Efren Garcia-Ordiales
Summary: A study was conducted on sediment samples from the central coast of Asturias, Spain, to investigate the geochemical and environmental state of sediments. The concentrations of elements such as As, Cd, Pb, and Zn were found to be higher than the regional baseline, with Hg concentrations being significantly influenced by anthropic activity in the coastal environment.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
S. P. Prizomwala, Chintan Vedpathak, Aashna Tandon, Archana Das, Nisarg Makwana, Neha Joshi
Summary: This article presents the first geological evidence of the 1945 Makran tsunami and highlights its significance for coastal hazard assessment on the western coast of India.
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
C. K. Morley, S. Chantraprasert, J. Kongchum, K. Chenoll
Summary: Recent high-quality paleomagnetic data from the West Burma Terrane suggest rapid northward movement of the terrane, indicating significant implications for the pre-collision configuration of Greater India and plate restorations in the region. However, considerable incompatibilities between geological data and paleomagnetic model call for further investigation to ensure data accuracy and address deficiencies in our geological understanding.
EARTH-SCIENCE REVIEWS
(2021)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Kenneth L. Buchan, Richard E. Ernst
Summary: This study focuses on two poorly understood components of Large Igneous Province (LIP) plumbing systems: giant circumferential dyke swarms and mid-crustal intrusive complexes. By comparing similar features on Earth and Venus, the study explores the potential roles of these components in the formation of flood basalts.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
T. Ramachandra, G. Saranya
Summary: Depleting fossil fuel reserves and rising greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere have led to the exploration of alternate sustainable energy options. Microalgae biofuels are emerging as a viable renewable energy resource due to their higher biomass and lipid yield per hectare. This study highlights the prospects of microalgal biofuel and other value-added products produced in a decentralized microalgal biorefinery in the flood plains of the west coast of India.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pokkathappada Abdul Azeez, Prathibha Rohit, Mini Raman, Latha Shenoy, Ashok Kumar Jaiswar, Kunnamgalam Mohammed Koya, Suresh K. Mojjada, Divu Damodaran, Achamveetil Gopalakrishnan
Summary: This study investigated the impact of environmental factors on the catch rate and spatio-temporal distribution of fish along the northwest coast of India from 2017 to 2019. It found that chlorophyll-a concentration and euphotic depth were the most influential variables for ribbonfish distribution, while chlorophyll-a concentration and sea surface temperature influenced squid distribution, and sea surface temperature and sea surface height anomaly influenced cuttlefish distribution. The study is important for monitoring and managing fishery resources and formulating strategies for sustainable resource exploitation.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Dohee Gu, Raehee Han, Sangwoo Woo
Summary: The PSZ on the Yangsan fault in southeast Korea exhibits shear localization and various structural and mineralogical features indicative of physico-chemical processes during earthquakes. The observations suggest temporal changes in PSZ materials and coseismic shear localization.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-SOLID EARTH
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
E. Beaudin, E. Di Lorenzo, A. J. Miller, H. Seo, Y. Joh
Summary: The study shows that North Pacific oceanic variability plays an important role in precipitation changes over the U.S. West Coast, with stronger (weaker) precipitation anomalies during warm (cold) phases. These anomalies are particularly pronounced in Northern and Central California during winters and in Baja California during summers. The changes in precipitation are primarily modulated by alterations in water vapor flux, which are directed towards (away from) the coast in winters (summers). These flux anomalies are mainly driven by large-scale wind changes associated with the atmospheric response to strong ocean surface temperature anomalies.
GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yeonjung Lim, Seung-Jo Yang, Ilnam Kang, Jang-Cheon Cho
Summary: This article presents a monthly time-series metagenomic dataset of the microbial communities in the East Sea, which can facilitate investigations into the marine microbial ecosystems in this region. The study reveals that the East Sea exhibits different biogeochemical features under seasonal fluctuations.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Arash Modaresi Rad, John T. Abatzoglou, Erica Fleishman, Miranda H. Mockrin, Volker C. Radeloff, Yavar Pourmohamad, Megan Cattau, J. Michael Johnson, Philip Higuera, Nicholas J. Nauslar, Mojtaba Sadegh
Summary: Understanding of the vulnerability of populations exposed to wildfires is limited. A study assessed the social vulnerability of populations exposed to wildfire in California, Oregon, and Washington from 2000 to 2021 using an index from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The results showed a substantial increase in the number of people exposed to fire, with the highest increase observed among those with high social vulnerability.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Seo Joon Yoon, Seongjin Hong, Changkeun Lee, Junghyun Lee, Taewoo Kim, Jongmin Lee, Beomgi Kim, Junsung Noh, Bong-Oh Kwon, Jong Seong Khim
Summary: This study systematically investigated the long-term trends and sources of metal(loid)s in the soils adjacent to the west coastal areas of South Korea. The results showed that land use type had a significant impact on the spatial distributions of metal(loid)s, with transportation activity being the main source of contamination. The concentrations of metal(loid)s did not vary greatly over the years, indicating site-specificity in contamination levels.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Young-Ghan Cho, Hye-Mi Lee, Jeong-Hwa Kim, Jong-Seop Shin, Hee-Do Jeung, Kwang-Sik Choi
Summary: This study investigates the impacts of larval trematode infection on the reproduction of Manila clam using histology. The results show that infected clams exhibit delayed gonad maturation and some may fail to reproduce due to severe infection.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
