Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest...
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Collaborative Research for Sustainable Mountain Futures—Special Issue from IMC 2025
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines...
Spring revival, social–ecological observatory network, and more
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or...
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Woodland Resurgence and Sustainability in Mountains—Patterns, Drivers, and Social-Ecological Consequences
Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest...
Collaborative Research for Sustainable Mountain Futures—Special Issue from IMC 2025
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines...
Spring revival, social–ecological observatory network, and more
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or...
Urbanization, mountain entrepreneurs, and more
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural...
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Woodland Resurgence and Sustainability in Mountains—Patterns, Drivers, and Social-Ecological Consequences
Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus...
Collaborative Research for Sustainable Mountain Futures—Special Issue from IMC 2025
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation...
Spring revival, social–ecological observatory network, and more
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in...
Urbanization, mountain entrepreneurs, and more
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
In memoriam: Jack D. Ives, founding editor of MRD
Jack D. Ives, Editor of MRD from 1981–1999, died on 15 September 2024 at the age of 92. His life and work was of immense significance for the world’s mountains and mountain people.
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Woodland Resurgence and Sustainability in Mountains—Patterns, Drivers, and Social-Ecological Consequences
Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus...
Collaborative Research for Sustainable Mountain Futures—Special Issue from IMC 2025
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation...
Spring revival, social–ecological observatory network, and more
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in...
Urbanization, mountain entrepreneurs, and more
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
In memoriam: Jack D. Ives, founding editor of MRD
Jack D. Ives, Editor of MRD from 1981–1999, died on 15 September 2024 at the age of 92. His life and work was of immense significance for the world’s mountains and mountain people.
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Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus issue.
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation at IMC2025.
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in this open issue.
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
Jack D. Ives, Editor of MRD from 1981–1999, died on 15 September 2024 at the age of 92. His life and work was of immense significance for the world’s mountains and mountain people.
How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research...
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Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus issue.
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation at IMC2025.
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in this open issue.
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
Jack D. Ives, Editor of MRD from 1981–1999, died on 15 September 2024 at the age of 92. His life and work was of immense significance for the world’s mountains and mountain people.
How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research...
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Collaborative Research for Sustainable Mountain Futures—Special Issue from IMC 2025
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation...
Urbanization, mountain entrepreneurs, and more
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
Mountain Tourism—Trends and Transformations Toward Sustainability and Resilience
How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy...
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We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation at IMC2025.
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research...
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Woodland Resurgence and Sustainability in Mountains—Patterns, Drivers, and Social-Ecological Consequences
Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus...
We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation at IMC2025.
Spring revival, social–ecological observatory network, and more
Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in...
Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.
In memoriam: Jack D. Ives, founding editor of MRD
Jack D. Ives, Editor of MRD from 1981–1999, died on 15 September 2024 at the age of 92. His life and work was of immense significance for the world’s mountains and mountain people.
How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research...
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