Long-Term Coastal Evolution and Morphodynamics: Ecosystem Protection and Coastal Safety

Dear Colleagues,

Coastal regions are characterized by their flourishing economies and well-developed societies. Nevertheless, their geological environments are notably fragile. In the context of global climate change, human activities have caused sea-level rise and a decline in river flow; coastal areas are confronted with immense geological–environmental pressures.

This Special Issue aims to provide readers with information on the latest research progress in the field of long-term coastal evolution, including (but not limited to) delta transgression and regression, Holocene sea-level change, coastal and shallow-sea morphodynamics, tidal flat and wetland ecosystem adaptations, shoreline migrations, etc. The goal of this Special Issue is to explore the patterns and driving mechanisms of natural succession at different scales and to support the development of nature-based solutions for ecosystem protection and coastal safety recommendations.

Dr. Fu Wang
Dr. Fengling Yu
Dr. Yan Li
Dr. Xiaohe Lai
Guest Editors

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