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The Contribution of Scientists to the Research in Biosphere Reserves in Slovakia

Authors :
Jana Špulerová
Veronika Piscová
Noemi Matušicová
Source :
Land, Vol 12, Iss 3, p 537 (2023)
Publication Year :
2023
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2023.

Abstract

This review is aimed at summarizing the current state of knowledge of biosphere reserves (BRs) in Slovakia and assessment of research activities undertaken there and how they contribute to the mission and fulfillment of the goals of the designation process to the World Network of BRs. We based our methodological approach on the literature review of the studies found in the scientific database Web of Science through keyword searches. The 121 studies were characterized by research subject, BR function examined, and contribution to the development of which particular aspect of BR. Most of the studies focused on biodiversity protection, management of BR, land use changes, and scenario modeling. The strengths of BR in Slovakia are a long history and continuity of research, close cooperation with some scientists and institutions, case studies of BR included in international projects, existing examples of participatory studies, and a wide range of research topics. An important contribution to research is that provided by existing long-term monitoring sites. The transboundary BRs in particular are involved in developing international collaborations within the World Network of BRs. We summarized the results of the literature review and gave a scientist’s perception of the development of BR in a SWOT analysis, including recommendations for further development in the form of a discussion of opportunities and threats.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2073445X
Volume :
12
Issue :
3
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Land
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.5ad9c81acc1a426094c52039a635d010
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/land12030537