Advances in Mangrove Application, Ecology and Conservation
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Ecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 774
Special Issue Editor
2. Department of Plant Biology & Pathology, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
Interests: aquatic plants; marine science; mangrove; plant ecology; conservation ecology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Mangrove ecosystems are critical components of coastal environments, providing essential ecological services such as climate change mitigation, biodiversity support and coastal protection. These unique habitats contribute significantly to carbon sequestration, act as buffers against storm surges and support the livelihood and cultural practices of millions of indigenous communities in tropical and subtropical regions. However, the increasing anthropogenic pressures, including deforestation, land-use changes and climate impacts, have led to the degradation of mangrove ecosystems, threatening their biodiversity and ecosystem functions.
This Special Issue seeks to highlight recent advances in the understanding of mangrove ecology, conservation strategies and their application in mitigating environmental degradation. We invite original research, reviews and case studies that explore the resilience of mangroves, their role in ecosystem services and effective conservation and restoration approaches. By synthesizing the current body of knowledge, this Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of mangrove ecosystems and inform global efforts to safeguard these critical habitats for future generations.
Dr. Buntora Pasaribu
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- food application
- secondary metabolite
- carbon stock and management
- biodiversity
- ecotourism
- ecophysiology
- biogeochemistry
- monitoring
- modeling
- rehabilitation and restoration
- policy
- genomics and genetics
- climate change
- heavy metals
- marine debris (macro, micro and nano)
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