Discover top and trending #EnvironmentalScience research, featuring articles from the Journal of Vector Ecology @4sove.bsky.social, Mountain Research and Development @mrdjournal.bsky.social, and Northwest Science @nwscience.bsky.social. Free to read through March 31: bio-one.co/4jTWRiK

In a new study in the Catalan Pyrenees, Joan Rabassa-Juvanteny and Bernat Claramunt-López show how accounting for #naturalcapital in mountain resorts can strengthen sustainability, resilience, and responsible tourism management under climate change: doi.org/10.1659/mrd.... @creaf.cat @uab.cat

Thanks to @bioone.bsky.social for showcasing our article on #pastoralism in Ladakh’s Changthang region! Arif Pandit and coauthors show how strategies that regulate grazing while respecting pastoralists' stewardship can help sustain this ancient culture. Read this and more articles on #rangelands 👇🏽

“Poorly planned tourism and infrastructure development heighten climate risks in Kinnaur, Western Himalaya. Locally led, equitable, and culturally and ecologically grounded sustainable approaches are needed,” says Aghaghia Rahimzadeh. Read her ethnographic study: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

Congratulations to M. Pütz, A. Schindelegger, C. Meyer, and H. Job on making it to BioOne's Top & Trending collection!👇🏻 Their article discusses the role of spatial planning in energy transitions in the European Alps, based on debates in 🇦🇹, 🇩🇪, and 🇨🇭, and proposes a development and policy agenda.

How do summer tourists experience forest ecosystem services under climate change? Laura Barraclough and Katharina Pöll examined this in Austria’s Stubai valley. They provide insights that can guide management of ecosystem services and tourist offerings. Read their article: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

A new article by Jean Miczka and colleagues analyzes how mountain huts in the western European Alps are being adapted to climate change, what the challenges are, and how adaptation could be improved. Recommendations include ensuring long-term coordination. Find out more: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

Mountain guides in the Canadian Rockies face growing climate risks. Katherine Hanly and Graham McDowell show that their adaptive capacity is shaped by social factors and institutional barriers. They point to ways of strengthening guides’ resilience and livelihoods. Read more: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

Another issue is complete! Articles examine changes in yak herding in Nepal, challenges in implementing science–society interaction policies in mountain biosphere reserves worldwide, and topography’s role in socioeconomic development in the European Alps. Read the issue: bioone.org/toc/mred/45/4

In a study of science–society interactions in 18 mountain biosphere reserves across 4 continents, A. Mitrofanenko and coauthors find that the reserves hold great potential to link science and society in advancing sustainability—but tapping it requires consistent support. doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

A new article by M. Lambracht and T. Chilla of @fau.de examines the interplay between topography and socioeconomic factors in the European Alps. It shows that development in mountain regions is never determined by topography alone; other factors are also key. Get the details: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

“This book is an ethnographic delight,” writes Peter Phillimore in his review of “Anima: A Wild Pastoral” by Kapka Kassabova. The book describes the lives of transhumant pastoralists and their animals in Bulgaria’s Pirin mountains. Read the review: doi.org/10.1659/mrd.... @jonathancape.bsky.social

In a new article, the #Afromontane Research Unit, University of the Free State, South Africa, presents the #Mozambique Mountain Initiative, a collaborative platform that brings together practitioners involved in the sustainable management of Mozambique’s mountain ecosystems: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

1/2 How can innovation contribute to sustainability in mountains? Articles in this focus issue explore the question from different angles, providing insights from China and various European mountain contexts and showcasing the diversity of the concept. Have a look: bioone.org/toc/mred/45/3

Does a circular economy lend itself as a sustainable way forward for high mountain regions? In a Delphi survey among stakeholders in Valle d’Aosta, Italy, Domenico Tassone and Dario Musolino found it would—but transitioning requires cultural change and targeted policies: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

How can Alpine regions transition to renewables while preserving landscapes and open spaces? Marco Pütz and colleagues discuss the role of spatial planning and propose an agenda for future development and governance: doi.org/10.1659/mrd.... @wslresearch.bsky.social @bokuvienna.bsky.social

ICYMI: We are looking for topic editors to join the team! Help shape knowledge for sustainable mountain futures and be part of a unique, not-for-profit, community-supported scientific journal aiming for societal impact! Find out more and apply by 24 Oct: t.ly/PAzBF #AcademicSky #MountainsMatter

We are looking for topic editors to join the team! Help shape knowledge for sustainable mountain futures and be part of a unique, not-for-profit, community-supported scientific journal aiming for societal impact! Find out more and apply by 24 Oct: t.ly/PAzBF #AcademicSky #MountainsMatter

Market-driven yak herding in Gatlang, Nepal, is threatening traditional sustainable grazing practices. Policies must recognize and integrate these traditional practices to sustain mountain ecosystems. Read the article by Indra Mani Rai and coauthors: doi.org/10.1659/mrd.... #MountainsMatter

This morning’s #IMC25 session on bridging science, policy, business, and practice for sustainable solutions in mountains was great for exchanging experiences and insights, including from the @unep.org/MRD/@cdeunibe.bsky.social project PRIMA. Thanks to all participants! #SciencePolicy #ResearchImpact

Big thanks for yesterday’s inspiring training session and energizing networking event at #IMC25. We’re grateful for the learning and connections! #MountainResearch #Collaboration #MountainFutures

📣 Happening this afternoon/evening at #IMC25: How to get your mountain paper published: A workshop with the editors of MRD and eco.mont 🕓 16:00–17:30 🚩 MCI – SR 303 🔗 t.ly/fJixs IMS and MRD networking workshop, with snacks and drinks 🕓 19:15–20:45 🚩 MCI – SR 303 🔗 t.ly/GOePE

Are you at #IMC25? Come visit us at SOWI, 2nd floor! We have a shared MRD/IMS table and are happy to chat about - publishing your research, - the possibility of your becoming an MRD topic editor, - our special issue from #IMC25, - and anything else you’d like to discuss! #MountainsMatter

Heading to the International Mountain Conference 2025 in Innsbruck next week? Take the opportunity to meet MRD's associate editors! They are cohosting three sessions designed to support mountain researchers and development practitioners. Check them out: t.ly/0uOSv or 👇🏻 #MountainsMatter #IMC25

Just out: Ignacio Palomo’s review of “The Canadian Mountain Assessment: Walking Together to Enhance Understanding of Mountains in Canada,” by Graham McDowell, Madison Stevens, Shawn Marshall, and many others. doi.org/10.1659/mrd.... @ucalgarypress.bsky.social #MountainsMatter

Ecological practices in European mountain product value chains are significantly associated with social innovation and collaborative governance. Policies for a green transition should be focused accordingly. Read the article by E. Schmitt et al: doi.org/10.1659/mrd....

We are looking for topic editors to join the team! Help shape knowledge for sustainable mountain futures and be part of a unique, not-for-profit, community-supported scientific journal aiming for societal impact! Find out more and apply by 24 Oct: t.ly/PAzBF #AcademicSky #MountainsMatter

Another issue is complete! Read about adaptive pastoralist livelihoods in the Andes, interface areas in the European Alps as a new spatial planning category, sustainability pathways for trail running in Romania, off-piste skiing and climate change in France, and more! t.ly/M6x0A #MountainsMatter

In their new article, Dominik Bertram and coauthors define and analyze the spatial and functional characteristics of interface areas linking mountains and lowlands in the European Alps, offering a novel spatial category for Alpine spatial development. Read the article: t.ly/NR8g5 #MountainsMatter

Heading to the International Mountain Conference 2025 in Innsbruck? MRD is cohosting three sessions designed to support mountain researchers and development practitioners. Check them out: t.ly/0uOSv or 👇🏻 #MountainsMatter #IMC25

🔔1 week left to send your notice of intent! Are you going to #IMC2025? We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that will be presented at the conference. Read the full call for papers: t.ly/0MkKb

⏰Almost 2 weeks left to prepare your notice of intent! Are you going to #IMC2025? We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that will be presented at the conference. Find out more: t.ly/0MkKb

❗Reminder❗ Are you participating in #IMC2025? We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that will be presented at the conference. Read more and send us your notice of intent by 15 June! t.ly/0MkKb

A new study by Weijia Zhou and Jun He examines how local agency in Southwest China has responded to booms and busts of walnut crops. The authors show how local knowledge, culture, and institutions have evolved to sustain local livelihoods and foster ecosystem conservation. t.ly/J0s_U

Invited by the Forum Landscape, Alps, Parks (FoLAP) @scnat.ch, the International Scientific Committee on Research in the Alps presents the 30-year history of the Alpine-wide ForumAlpinum conference series, highlighting its contributions to research cooperation and sustainable development: t.ly/TPgP-

Our focus issue on woodland resurgence and sustainability in mountains is complete! Articles assess restoration projects in Peru and Nepal, forest structural complexity in Nepal, and the role of farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco. Read the issue: t.ly/DL_i8 #MountainsMatter

In their remote sensing based assessment of a reforestation project in central Nepal that integrated local ecological knowledge, Teruyuki Takahashi and Takuya Soma show that it effectively improved forest health, supporting long-term regeneration. Read their article: t.ly/ZMl7Q #MountainsMatter

A new study by @cristimecotrail.bsky.social, @thartel.bsky.social, and coauthors evaluates trail running events in Romania’s mountain areas and proposes principles for increasing their sustainability through biodiversity protection and community engagement. Read the article: t.ly/WUgxg

Are you participating in #IMC2025? We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that will be presented at the conference. Read more and submit your notice of intent by 15 June! t.ly/0MkKb

We are delighted to welcome UNIMONT – University of Milan as a new member of the International Mountain Society, MRD’s publisher! Located in Edolo, Italy, UNIMONT is the University of Milan’s center of excellence for the study and sustainable development of mountain areas. t.ly/UtVoP

The skiing destination of La Grave in the French Alps depends heavily on off-piste skiing. Nao Yoshizawa and coauthors show that demand for this depends on fresh natural snow, making the destination vulnerable to climate change and necessitating adaptive strategies. Read more: t.ly/7l6QF

Community-based land tenure arrangements can support temporary labor migration among Andean pastoralists by incentivizing migrants to return to, and maintain land and animals in, their home communities. Read more in the new article by Tom Perreault: t.ly/3TSgM #MountainsMatter

Thank you, @suwymann.bsky.social of MRD and Theresa Tribaldos of the International Mountain Society (and both of @cdeunibe.bsky.social) for sharing your scientific writing and publishing know-how with these keen young researchers and for showcasing MRD at #SAMC2025!

Olive, walnut, and almond are cultural keystone species for the Amazigh communities in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains. Knowing this can enhance biocultural conservation. Read the article by @mobarakchaima.bsky.social, @laurakmoch.bsky.social, @plieningerlab.bsky.social and coauthors: t.ly/3Hc4J

What does it take to successfully restore Andean Polylepis forests? Tina Christmann and coauthors assess a model project led by Instituto de Montaña in Aquia, Peru, analyzing restoration procedures and outcomes and pinpointing key success factors. t.ly/bcqve

Forest structural complexity is essential for a forest’s ecological health. Prakash Basnet and colleagues assessed it in Nepal’s Annapurna Conservation Area and examined potential drivers to inform management and conservation efforts. Get the details: t.ly/Y6dOR

In its MountainPlatform article, the #Afromontane Research Unit, University of the Free State, South Africa, presents the Malagasy Mountain Programme, a collaborative initiative to promote national and international research, policy, and development interest in #Madagascar’s mountains: t.ly/Nj5vP

Discover how the #GLOMOS program fosters sustainable mountain development worldwide by assessing climate risks, enhancing resilience to hazards, and supporting locally adapted solutions cocreated with mountain communities: t.ly/pRc5Z @ununiversity.bsky.social and Eurac Research #MountainsMatter

Vol 44, No 4 is complete! Read about benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, livelihood strategies of herders in Iran, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, and more. The issue includes 3 obituaries for our founding editor, Jack D. Ives. t.ly/g8y75

In a case study on sustainable tourism potential in mountain protected areas of southeastern Serbia, Anđelina Marić Stanković and coauthors confirm a significant relationship between ecological aspects and tourist satisfaction, pointing up ways forward: t.ly/CcObQ