International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves
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Hosted online and accessible to all, the journal aims to publish multi-media research about the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Submissions will cover themes relating to the mandate and functions of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme: conservation of biological and cultural diversity, sustainable development, and collaborative projects, research, and initiatives that demonstrate best practices relating to the human-nature connection. More details can be obtained here.
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Integrated assessment of changes in wetland types in The Songor Biosphere Reserve, Ghana
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The Songor wetlands form an ecologically valuable resource in Ghana, providing numerous sup-port for biological diversity. Despite its relevance, studies have shown that overexploitation due to developmental activities and ... -
A commitment charter for the recognition of the socio-economic actors of the biosphere reserves
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)A commitment charter has been drawn up to recognise the socio-economic actors of the Biosphere Reserves and acknowledge their commitment to the environment and sustainable development. This progress strategy complements ... -
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International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves - Volume 3, Issue 1 (2019)
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)The volume 3, issue 1 of the International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. -
Biosphere landscapes: principles and local practices challenging sustainable development in Africa
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)A biosphere reserve is a unique kind of protected area that differs from national parks and other kinds of protected natural areas having three very different, but equal, aims: conservation, scientific research and monitoring; ... -
Learning by example: a historical account of the experiences and transformation in the management of the Mount Arrowsmith Biosphere Region (Reserve), Vancouver Island, Canada
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2019)This report outlines the developmental history of the MABR from its conception in the early 1990s through its evolution into an effective, functional biosphere region in 2016. It describes why and how the biosphere reserve ... -
International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves - Volume 2, Issue 2 (2018)
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)The volume 2, issue 2 of the International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. -
The status, drivers, and impacts of poaching in Lake Chilwa Biosphere Reserve
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)An assessment of the status, drivers, and impacts of poaching was conducted in the Lake Chilwa Biosphere Reserve (LCBR) in Malawi. One hundred households from which primary data was collected were sampled using systematic ... -
The analysis of mangrove forest changes period of 20 years in Can Gio Biosphere Reserve, Viet Nam using remote sensing and GIS technology
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)On January 21, 2000, the MAB/UNESCO Committee recognized the Can Gio mangrove forest as an International Biosphere Reserve. The MAB/UNESCO committee requires every potential biosphere reserve to be assessed for a period ... -
Bull Kelp (Nereocystis luetkeana) enhancement plots in the Salish Sea
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2018)Data regarding the abundance of bull kelp (Ne-reocystis luetkeana) along the east coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia is lim-ited, but there is evidence that bull kelp popu-lations have been in steady decline ... -
The establishment of a database on current research in UNESCO biosphere reserves: limitations and opportunities
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)The investigation into current research on biosphere reserves is complex and multi-faceted. Numerous factors, including the widespread interests of those publishing on biosphere reserves, publication methods, author ... -
The periodic review reports of the biosphere reserves of the MaB Programme. Case study: Biosphere Reserve Sierras de Cazorla, Segura and las Villas
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)Biosphere Reserves are areas of territory recognized for their environmental and social particularities which belong to UNESCO's "Man and Biosphere" Programme. Every 10 years, the responsible agency for the management of ... -
The International Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ICSRC)
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)The establishment of the International Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ICSRC) was proposed as a legacy project at the October 2013 meeting of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, which included 36 countries from Europe and ... -
Using Enhancing our heritage toolkit for assessing management effectiveness of the Kien Giang Biosphere Reserve
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)Biosphere reserves operating under the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme aim to achieve three mandate management objectives of conservation, sustainable socio-economic development, and logistic support. The apparent ... -
International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves - Volume 1, Issue 2 (2017)
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)The second issue of the International Journal of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. -
The relationship between tourism and the biosphere reserve status: The Danube Delta – If the Danube is “the sustainable highway’ of Europe, then the Danube Delta should be the sustainable gate to the Black Sea
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)The main aim of this article is to find out whether the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve (DDBR) demonstrates the characteristics of a biosphere reserve, and if its functions contribute to the sustainable socio-economic ... -
Sharing the range
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)Southwestern Alberta is where the mountains meet the prairies. Strong winds shape the landscape, and the Rocky Mountains transition rapidly to agricultural lands. The area is part of the Crown of the Continent, home to the ... -
Biosphere Reserves: learning spaces for sustainability
(Electronic version published by Vancouver Island University, 2017-08)Since 1976, the research on sustainable development practices at the Biosphere Reserves (BRs) of the UNESCO Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme have yielded valuable experiences and built an important knowledge base. The ... -
Identification of range extent of the Morrison Creek lamprey (Lampetra richardsoni var. marifuga) in Canada
(2017-01-06)In 2014, preliminary surveys were undertaken to assess the extent of distribution of lamprey in the headwaters of Morrison Creek in Courtenay, BC. In support of the identification of critical habitat of Morrison Creek ... -
Shared values, shared success: Remediating endangered lamprey habitat in British Columbia
(2017-01-06)Stream remediation was undertaken at two impassable fish obstacles in Morrison Creek in Courtenay, British Columbia. These barriers were identified as impassable to the endangered Morrison Creek lamprey (Lampetra richardsoni ...
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