Forest Conservation: Natural Resources and Biotechnological Strategies
A special issue of Forests (ISSN 1999-4907). This special issue belongs to the section "Forest Ecology and Management".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 January 2026 | Viewed by 26
Special Issue Editor
Interests: soil health; forest soil; soi microbiology; bibliometrics
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Dear Colleagues,
Forest conservation is vital for maintaining biodiversity, mitigating climate change, and ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources since forests deliver essential ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, water regulation, and soil stabilization. Despite the importance of forests, deforestation driven by agriculture, logging, and infrastructure development continues to degrade forest ecosystems globally. Native forests, especially those in less-publicized regions such as dry forests, savannas, and transition zones, often receive limited media and scientific attention, despite harboring unique biodiversity and cultural value. Preserving these ecosystems requires not only field-based conservation efforts but also bibliometric analyses to understand research trends, knowledge gaps, and regional disparities in scientific focus. Biotechnological strategies, including genetic engineering, micropropagation, and omics-based tools, can aid in restoring native tree species and enhancing forest resilience. Additionally, technologies such as remote sensing and GIS contribute to better monitoring and management. Integrating biotechnology with community-based conservation and evidence from bibliometric studies can guide more inclusive and effective conservation policies. Sustained collaboration among scientists, policymakers, and local stakeholders is essential to ensure that both widely known and overlooked native forests are protected for future generations.
Dr. Arthur Prudêncio de Araujo Pereira
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- forest conservation
- native forests
- environmental biotechnology
- ecosystem services
- bibliometric analysis
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