Applications of Remote Sensing and GISs in River Basin Ecosystems, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Water (ISSN 2073-4441). This special issue belongs to the section "New Sensors, New Technologies and Machine Learning in Water Sciences".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 June 2026 | Viewed by 770
Special Issue Editors
Interests: GISs; remote sensing; river basin management; ecosystem services; wetland; nature-based solutions; land cover and land use change
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Interests: geomorphology; land use change; remote sensing; climate change; soil erosion; erosion modelling
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Interests: hydrology progresses; land degradation; ecological thresholds; ecological restoration; water resources management; environmental modeling; land cover and land use change
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Interests: land cover and land use change; vegetation structural parameter retrieval; ecological monitoring; hydrological response to vegetation change; quantitative remote sensing
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the cutting-edge advancements and applications of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GISs) in the management and conservation of river basin ecosystems. It will cover a broad spectrum of topics, including the monitoring and assessment of water quality, mapping land use and land cover changes, analysis of hydrological processes, and modeling of ecosystem dynamics.
The purpose of this Special Issue is to provide a comprehensive overview of how remote sensing and GIS technologies are being utilized to address the challenges faced by river basin ecosystems globally. This Special Issue will contribute to the existing literature by showcasing innovative research that integrates these technologies to enhance our understanding and management of river basins. It will highlight case studies, methodological advancements, and practical applications, aiming to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation. By bringing together contributions from experts in the field, it will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers involved in river basin management and environmental conservation.
Dr. Jiren Xu
Dr. Pengfei Li
Dr. Changjia Li
Dr. Zhihui Wang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- remote sensing
- GISs
- river basin ecosystems
- water quality monitoring
- land use and land cover change
- hydrological processes
- ecosystem dynamics
- environmental conservation
- spatial analysis
- sustainable management
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