Article
Ecology
Amanda R. Kristancic, Janine Kuehs, Bonnie Beal Richardson, Catherine Baudains, Giles E. StJ. Hardy, Patricia A. Fleming
Summary: Residential gardens play a crucial role in providing new habitats for native wildlife and maintaining ecosystem health. Understanding the factors that affect the activity of bandicoots in urban landscapes can guide the design of urban gardens and landscapes.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Loren L. Fardell, Chris R. Pavey, Chris R. Dickman
Summary: The study found that households with easy wildlife access, reduced pesticide use, increased noise, and more presence of pets observed more types of wildlife. Native animals showed a coping mechanism with urban stressors and preferred vegetated habitats for natural stress-relieving behaviors.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Laura M. Mumaw, Christopher M. Raymond
Summary: This study discusses the factors promoting citizen-government collaboration in municipal biodiversity conservation efforts and the barriers hindering the expansion of wildlife gardening programs. The research identifies six factors influencing scaling, including empowerment of actors, collaborative models, conservation framing, resources, etc. Key barriers include short-term and monetary agency focuses.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Elizabeth Elliot Noe, Bruce D. Clarkson, Ottilie Stolte
Summary: The research found that there is a tension between the actions and values of urban residents in private gardens, as they hold multiple purposes and values for their gardens that do not necessarily align with the goal of conserving native nature. By recognizing these multiple values and purposes, local authorities can design wildlife gardening programs that reconcile conflicting priorities and meet the diverse needs of urban residents.
ECOLOGY AND SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Alyssa W. Beavers, Ashley Atkinson, Wenjuan Ma, Katherine Alaimo
Summary: Urban and community gardens have the potential to enhance health and social connections, depending on the availability of gardening spaces and continued participation. Gardener support organizations play a crucial role in providing resources and fostering local social networks. This study found associations between garden characteristics, gardener participation in programs, and continued membership in garden support programs.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Raahil Madhok, Sumeet Gulati
Summary: This study examines the change in urban avian species richness during India's COVID-19 lockdown using birdwatching data and difference-in-difference techniques. The results show a 16% increase in the number of bird species during lockdown, even when controlling for observer effort. This suggests that the increase in species diversity was due to gradual population recovery, rather than improved detection. The study also highlights the presence of at-risk and rare species reclaiming urban areas, indicating the importance of reducing human disturbance for the protection of threatened species. Additionally, the findings suggest that the reduction in noise and air pollution associated with the lockdown likely contributed to the increased species diversity, emphasizing the conservation co-benefits of urban policies in designing sustainable cities.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marius Munschek, Reinhard Witt, Katrin Kaltofen, Josiane Segar, Christian Wirth, Alexandra Weigelt, Rolf A. Engelmann, Ingmar R. Staude
Summary: Conservation gardening is a socio-ecological approach to address the decline of native plant species and transform the gardening industry into a conservation tool. However, information on suitable plants, their ecological requirements, and commercial availability is limited. This study used Germany as a case study and developed a workflow to bridge this knowledge gap. The findings reveal a significant number of red-listed plant species suitable for conservation gardening and the potential for long-term urban planning and climate adaptation.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Kit S. Prendergast, Sean Tomlinson, Kingsley W. Dixon, Philip W. Bateman, Myles H. M. Menz
Summary: Urbanization has a negative impact on native bee abundance and diversity, while bushland remnants play a crucial role in conserving native bee populations.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2022)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Marc W. Cadotte, Luke J. Potgieter, Chih Julie Wang, J. Scott MacIvor
Summary: Increasing biodiversity in urban ecosystems by using invasion biology theory can help establish and proliferate desirable native species. Various invasion hypotheses provide insights into mechanisms that increase population establishment and spread, pointing to specific interventions for urban restoration and management. Conservation managers can use and test invasion hypotheses to inform biodiversity management practices in novel landscapes, reframing assessments for the most difficult-to-restore areas.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Andreas Samus, Claire Freeman, Katharine J. M. Dickinson, Yolanda van Heezik
Summary: This study applied an extended version of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) to predict engagement in gardening practices that support biodiversity. The results showed that perceived behavioral control, subjective norm, and nature connectedness were significantly associated with intention. Additionally, the study explored the beliefs that influence these predictors.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Niamh Murtagh, Rachael Frost
Summary: Private gardens in urban settings have numerous benefits for the environment and society, including mitigating flooding and urban heat islands. To encourage more front garden planting, understanding householders' motivations is crucial. A large-scale online survey in England identified three motivational factors (enjoyment, aesthetic, and utilitarian) and found that intrinsic motivations, especially for women, strongly predict time spent front gardening. The study provides insights for comparative research and interventions to increase front gardening.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nelida R. Villasenor, Martin A. H. Escobar, H. Jaime Hernandez
Summary: The study demonstrates that increasing the amount of woody vegetation cover in urban landscapes can promote species diversity and abundance of native birds, while the aggregation of woody cover primarily has no benefit.
URBAN FORESTRY & URBAN GREENING
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
James M. Hassell, Judy M. Bettridge, Melissa J. Ward, Allan Ogendo, Titus Imboma, Dishon Muloi, Francesco Fava, Timothy P. Robinson, Michael Begon, Eric M. Fevre
Summary: Urbanization can significantly impact the distributional ecology of wildlife and livestock in tropical cities, with socioeconomic factors, elevation, and habitat changes affecting diversity, density, and species composition. The restructuring of wildlife and livestock assemblages is crucial for disease emergence at urban interfaces, highlighting the importance of understanding the influence of urban change on microbial communities.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Christina A. Breed, Agata Morelli, Christian W. W. Pirk, Catherine L. Sole, Marie J. Du Toit, Sarel S. Cilliers
Summary: This paper explores the ecological outcomes of purposefully engineered native grassland gardens in comparison to mainstream gardens in the City of Tshwane, South Africa. The findings suggest that higher plant beta diversity supports greater insect richness. Factors such as garden size, age, and connectivity do not seem to mediate urban habitat enhancement. The researchers recommend selecting garden plants that promote high native grassland species composition and diversity to enhance urban insect biodiversity conservation in grassland biomes.
Article
Entomology
Stacy M. Philpott, Azucena Lucatero, Sofie Andrade, Cameron Hernandez, Peter Bichier
Summary: Urban sprawl contributes to biodiversity loss, but the presence of native plants in urban areas may help support diversity. In urban gardens, where non-native plants are common, native plants may be especially important in providing resources to pollinators and other beneficial arthropods, although little research has examined their impact on non-pollinators. A study conducted in California found that native plants had little influence on arthropods, except for a negative effect on non-native spiders. Garden features like size, floral abundance, mulch cover, and tree and shrub abundance had positive impacts on the biodiversity of bees, ants, and spiders, but the effects varied by organism type. Natural habitat near gardens was also important for certain species. Overall, native plants may not strongly affect beneficial arthropods, but other garden management features can be manipulated to promote conservation and ecosystem services.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Tanja M. Straka, Kelly K. Miller, Maarten H. Jacobs
HUMAN DIMENSIONS OF WILDLIFE
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Prahlad Lamichhane, Kelly K. Miller, Michalis Hadjikakou, Brett A. Bryan
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2020)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Maarten H. Jacobs, Sara Dubois, Tetsuro Hosaka, Vukan Ladanovic, Huda Farhana Mohamad Muslim, Kelly K. Miller, Shinya Numata, E. Ranaweerage, Tanja M. Straka, Michael A. Weston, Zulkhairi Azizi Zainal Abidin
Summary: Understanding differences in wildlife value orientations across countries is important for addressing conservation challenges and gaining public support. This study found that people's attitudes towards wildlife vary by country and are associated with demographic factors.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Meghan N. Shaw, Emily M. McLeod, William T. Borrie, Kelly K. Miller
Summary: Viewing photographs of close encounters with animals in zoos can affect public perceptions of the zoo and the animals. The study found that the proximity between humans and animals in the images influenced how respondents perceived the animals' behavior and their suitability as pets. These findings are important for zoos, wildlife tourism, and media organizations to ensure they are conveying clear, positive messages about zoo facilities and animals, as well as providing insights into animal encounter images in wider settings.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Prahlad Lamichhane, Kelly K. Miller, Michalis Hadjikakou, Brett A. Bryan
Summary: The dataset provides raw data collected from household surveys of smallholder farmers in Sudurpaschim Pradesh, Nepal on adaptation to climate change, showing the importance of understanding the drivers and barriers to adaptation decisions.
Article
Education & Educational Research
Kelly K. Miller, Trina Jorre de St Jorre
Summary: This study aims to understand employer perceptions of career skills in the environmental science field and explore the utility of micro-credentials in recruiting graduates. The research found that employers use multiple lines of evidence in the recruiting process and value alternative information sources. There is strong support and enthusiasm for micro-credentials, but employers need more information on how to use them and assurance of their rigor and standards.
TEACHING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Prahlad Lamichhane, Michalis Hadjikakou, Kelly K. Miller, Brett A. Bryan
Summary: Adaptation to climate change is crucial for the resilience of smallholder agriculture in developing countries. However, there are barriers to the adoption of adaptation measures by smallholder farmers. This study empirically investigates the adoption, barriers, and determinants of adaptation measures in Far Western Province, Nepal, for three different agroecosystems. The findings highlight the need for agricultural development policies that tailor climate change adaptation measures to specific agroecosystems in order to alleviate barriers and promote smallholder resilience.
MITIGATION AND ADAPTATION STRATEGIES FOR GLOBAL CHANGE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Meghan N. Shaw, William T. Borrie, Emily M. McLeod, Kelly K. Miller
Summary: This study used quantitative content analysis to assess the most common and engaging elements of wildlife images posted to Instagram in 2020 and 2021. The findings show that natural backgrounds, mammals, and birds are the most prevalent image elements. It was also found that the taxon of the animal and the presence of humans did not impact engagement levels. The study highlights the potential for Instagram posts to feature underrepresented species and promote positive perceptions of animals and conservation organizations.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Prahlad Lamichhane, Kelly K. Miller, Michalis Hadjikakou, Brett A. Bryan
Summary: This study examines the determinants of adaptation motivation among farmers in far-western Nepal. The results suggest that farmers with a higher level of adaptation appraisal are more motivated to adapt, whereas the influence of threat appraisal is weak. Social drivers have a limited effect, and adaptation cost is negatively related to adaptation appraisal.
Article
Environmental Sciences
E. Henson, E. M. McLeod, M. A. Weston, K. K. Miller
Summary: This study examined the differences in demographics, attitudes, and normative beliefs between waterbird feeders and non-feeders in an urban wetland residential estate in Melbourne, Australia. The results showed that feeders were more likely to believe that waterbird feeding is acceptable and had different injunctive and descriptive norms compared to non-feeders. The findings suggest that education or behavior change programs on bird feeding should consider the social norms associated with this activity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Shaun Bangay, Adam P. A. Cardilini, Nyree L. Raabe, Kelly K. Miller, Jordan Vincent, Greg Bowtell, Daniel Ierodiaconou, Tanya King
Summary: This research describes and evaluates a viewpoint-sensitive level-of-detail algorithm for generating landscape visualizations for VR/AR presentations. By mixing slippy map tiles across zoom levels, the algorithm generates a continuous terrain mesh overlaid with additional image data.
GRAPP: PROCEEDINGS OF THE 17TH INTERNATIONAL JOINT CONFERENCE ON COMPUTER VISION, IMAGING AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS THEORY AND APPLICATIONS - VOL 1: GRAPP
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Lila Jung Gurung, Kelly K. Miller, Susanna Venn, Brett A. Bryan
Summary: Non-timber forest products play a crucial role in the livelihoods of mountain communities, providing both provisioning and cultural services, but they are being increasingly impacted by climate change, particularly through the increase in extreme events.
ECOSYSTEMS AND PEOPLE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lila Jung Gurung, Kelly K. Miller, Susanna Venn, Brett A. Bryan
Article
Environmental Studies
Suzanne J. Guinness, Grainne S. Maguire, Kelly K. Miller, Michael A. Weston
AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2020)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Kelly K. Miller, Trina Jorre de St Jorre, Jan M. West, Elizabeth D. Johnson
ACTIVE LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
(2020)
Article
Ecology
Xuezheng Zong, Xiaorui Tian, Xianli Wang
Summary: Climate change has caused longer fire seasons and more intense wildfires worldwide, leading to significant economic and environmental impacts. A study conducted in Southwest China evaluated the effectiveness of different fuel treatment designs in mitigating wildfire risk under varying fire severity conditions. The results showed that fuel treatments were effective in reducing risk under low and normal fire severity scenarios, but their effectiveness was limited under high fire severity conditions.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jian Peng, Xiaoyu Wang, Huining Zheng, Zihan Xu
Summary: This study developed an index system to evaluate the trade-off between grain production service and water purification service in the Dongting Lake Basin. The results showed that converting cropland with high nitrogen output into forest land can minimize this trade-off.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Francois Chiron, Romain Lorrilliere, Carmen Bessa-Gomes, Piotr Tryjanowski, Joan Casanelles-Abella, Lauri Laanisto, Ana Leal, Anskje Van Mensel, Marco Moretti, Babette Muyshondt, Ulo Niinemets, Marta Alos Orti, Pedro Pinho, Roeland Samson, Nicolas Deguines
Summary: In cities, green areas play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation, and the heterogeneity of land cover is an important factor. The relationship between area and heterogeneity affects the richness of bird species in urban green areas, with urban avoider species benefiting from large and heterogeneous patches.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Aleksandra Lis, Karolina Zalewska, Pawel Iwankowski, Katarzyna Betkier, Paulina Bilska, Viktoriia Dudar, Aleksandra L. Lagiewka
Summary: Appleton's prospect-refuge theory suggests that the presence of dense vegetation, topography, and people in a park can influence the safety and privacy felt by visitors in different ways. This study aimed to understand the relationship between observation point height, vegetation location, presence of other people, and perceived privacy and safety. The results showed that flat or lower ground without the presence of others was considered the safest, while landscapes higher up with dense vegetation and no other people were rated highest in terms of privacy. The findings have practical implications in terms of providing privacy without compromising safety.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jianting Zhao, Guibo Sun, Chris Webster
Summary: This study developed a geospatial database to document the locations and urban environments of pandemic-induced street experiments on a global scale, and conducted quantitative analysis based on spatial and temporal visualizations. The study aims to enhance comparability of built environment indicators between cities and provide a robust foundation for future research on tactical urbanism.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Huaqing Wang, Louis G. Tassinary
Summary: This study investigated the influence of urban greenspace spatial morphology on non-communicable diseases and found that neighborhoods with more connected, aggregated, coherent, and complex-shaped greenspace had a lower prevalence of these diseases. Such associations were mediated by air pollution and physical inactivity. The results suggest that the spatial morphology of designed urban greenspace plays a significant role in neighborhood health.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Chiwei Xiao, Yi Wang, Mingyan Yan, Jeffrey Chiwuikem Chiaka
Summary: Regional integration initiatives, such as cross-border transportation corridors, have significant impacts on land use changes and landscape patterns. This study examines the China-Laos Railway as a case study to evaluate the extent and significance of these impacts. Using land-use data and geospatial analysis, the study quantifies and compares the effects of the railway on land use changes within a buffer zone along the corridor.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Review
Ecology
Astrid Zabel, Mara-Magdalena Hausler
Summary: Developing a green infrastructure is an important environmental policy goal in many countries around the world. Different countries have different requirements on the spatial allocation of conservation sites for green infrastructure. Price-type and procedural instruments are commonly used, but the utilization of incentive mechanisms that internalize the benefit of clustering is relatively low. There is a need for more studies on incentive mechanisms and green infrastructure policies in the global South.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Timothy Fraser, Olivia Feeley, Andres Ridge, Ava Cervini, Vincent Rago, Kelly Gilmore, Gianna Worthington, Ilana Berliavsky
Summary: This study examines the inequality of social infrastructure in Boston, finding significant racial and income disparities in access. These disparities have implications for the health and resilience of neighborhoods.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Yutian Lu, Running Chen, Bin Chen, Jiayu Wu
Summary: The inequitable distribution of urban green spaces has become a significant concern, with variations found between cities in different development stages, and socioeconomic factors playing a crucial role in the spatial equity of urban green spaces.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Di Chen, Jie Yin, Chia-Pin Yu, Shengjing Sun, Charlotte Gabel, John D. Spengler
Summary: Observational and experimental studies have shown that exposure to greenness is beneficial for long-term health and well-being. However, more evidence is needed regarding the short-term health impacts of nearby nature in urban areas. This study used immersive virtual reality technology to investigate how transitions between built and natural environments affect urban residents. Results showed that transitioning from built to natural environments led to reductions in negative mood and transient anxiety, while transitions from natural to built environments had the opposite effect. Additionally, participants showed more emotional responses to nature through physiological measures. The study also highlighted the influence of contextual factors, such as physical health conditions, stress levels, experience with nature, and growth environments, on stress recovery. Overall, this study provides empirical evidence supporting the promotion of nearby nature in urban built environments.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Daniele Codato, Francesca Peroni, Massimo De Marchi
Summary: This study examines climate justice in the Ecuadorian Amazon Region (EAR), highlighting the multiple injustices caused by oil extraction activities. Using spatial analysis, the study shows that the EAR has been a major producer of oil since 1972, leading to environmental impacts such as oil spills and pollution. The results emphasize the need to include these territories in climate justice discussions and promote the rights to a non-toxic environment.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Jingli Yan, Wendy Y. Chen, Zixiao Zhang, Wenxing Zhao, Min Liu, Shan Yin
Summary: Vegetation barriers are an effective strategy in urban planning to mitigate traffic-induced air pollution and reduce exposure. This study uses field measurements and numerical modeling to show that constructing vegetation barriers with short bushes can effectively reduce PM2.5 pollution in open-road environments, while higher coverage of tall bushes may worsen the pollution.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2024)