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Claire Haar, Benjamin Misiuk, Vicki Gazzola, Molly Wells, Craig J. J. Brown
Summary: Advances in sonar technology have improved our ability to map the seafloor, but analyzing multi-source datasets is challenging due to differences between legacy and modern data. A lack of standardized calibration hinders comparison between surveys when using acoustic backscatter data from multibeam echosounder. A reproducible strategy for harmonizing a large volume of disparate backscatter data using the bulk shift method is proposed in this study, with a validated harmonized map presented for the Bay of Fundy.
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Geography
Xin Zhao, Nan Xia, Manchun Li, Yunyun Xu
Summary: This study developed an integrated urban land type classification system that considered both human characteristics and natural landscapes, using multiple sources of geospatial data. The system was applied to map and analyze the distribution and efficiency of land resources in Shenzhen, providing guidance for land resource optimization.
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Geography
Andrea Brogi, Domenico Liotta, Andrea Dini, Andrea Rielli
Summary: The paper presents a geological map (1:10,000) of the Montecastelli Pisano area, mapping the relationships between Neogene-Quaternary transfer and normal faults (Sheet 1) and analyzing the mantle sequence of the Ligurian Ocean (Sheet 2). The fault analyses revealed a NE-trending fault system belonging to a transfer shear zone and NW-trending normal to oblique-slip faults. These faults are a result of extensional tectonics affecting the Northern Apennines since the Early-Middle Miocene. The ophiolite complex in the area consists of serpentinized spinelharzburgite with minor serpentinized dunite channels and gabbro dykes. The study aims to highlight the distribution of main fractures in an area with ophiolite occurrences, which could benefit CO2 reinjection projects.
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Geography
Daniele Spatola, Attilio Sulli, Luca Basilone, Daniele Casalbore, Simone Napoli, Gualtiero Basilone, Francesco Latino Chiocci
Summary: We present a bathy-morphological map of the area around the submerged Ferdinandea Island in the Sicily Channel. The map provides insights into the interplay between volcanic, tectonic, fluid seepage, and oceanographic processes in the region. This map is important for habitat mapping and preliminary marine geohazard assessment in a biodiversity hotspot influenced by maritime traffic and hosting communication pipelines.
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Geography
Benjamin Man, David A. Rothery, Matthew R. Balme, Susan J. Conway, Jack Wright, David L. Pegg, Annie R. Lennox, Salvatore Buoninfante
Summary: We have created the first geological map of the Neruda Quadrangle (H13) on Mercury, which covers an area of approximately 5 million square kilometers in the southern hemisphere of the planet. The map was digitized using data from NASA's MESSENGER mission and includes three main photogeologic plains units, as well as the identification of craters and their degradation state. The map serves as a valuable resource for the upcoming BepiColombo mission to Mercury by providing context and target locations.
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Geography
Abd Jamal, Cut Zakia Rizki, Muhammad Fitriyani, Muhammad Rusdi, Asri Diana
Summary: This study aims to measure and analyze the influence of economic and geographical factors on urban Quality of Life (QoL) during the COVID-19 pandemic, using data from the Indonesian Central Statistics Agency's Socio-Economic Survey (SUSENAS) in 2020. The findings indicate that larger cities tend to have a higher QoL index, while remote cities or island regions have a lower QoL. Population density, per capita consumption expenditure, and urban economic growth positively influence urban QoL.
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Geography
Jaroslav Burian, Radek Barvir, Daniel Pavlacka, Jiri Panek, Jiri Chovanecek, Vit Paszto
Summary: Participation is becoming an important concept for EU and UN, as well as municipalities, in building resilient, sustainable, and smart cities. This paper introduces a weighted Index of Geoparticipation for all municipalities in the Czech Republic, divided into communication, participation, and transparency dimensions, in order to evaluate their level of geoparticipation. The size and significance of the municipality are found to be related to the values of the Index of Geoparticipation, with regional capitals, major cities, and towns in the Healthy Cities Network having higher values.
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Geography
Eugenio Trumpy, Adele Manzella, Piero Carlo Pertusati
Summary: In this study, we used regional geology and geostatistical analytical processing to model the Variscan basement top surface in Italy. By integrating seismic profiles, well litho-stratigraphic data, and geological maps, we produced a regional scale map of the surface depth. This map can be used to identify areas with high potential for deep georesources and guide exploration.
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Geography
Ruben Talavera-Garcia, Rocio Perez-Campana, Yeray Cara-Santana
Summary: This research uses anonymized cellular network-based data and user profile information to quantify and map the changes in trips to Madrid's urban parks before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show a general decrease in trips to urban parks, especially among males and the high-income population.
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Geography
Juliette Wilson, Vasco Sanchez Rodrigues, Ciaran Mac An Bhaird, Maryam Lotfi, Maneesh Kumar, Donagh Horgan, Sarah Dodd, Mike Danson
Summary: This paper explores the potential of the craft beer sector for regional development, focusing on Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. It traces the historical journey of this sector and examines the complex interactions between brewing, society, policy, and the economy. The authors review current policies and sectoral realities in the Celtic context and propose a grounded and holistic vision of regional craft-brewing policies, particularly in terms of circular and zero-waste ecosystems.
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Geography
Mario Biggeri, Luca Bortolotti, Andrea Ferrannini, Donatella Saccone
Summary: China has achieved impressive economic growth, but this has come at the cost of rising inequality, environmental pollution, and disparities between provinces. The launching of the Agenda 2030 in 2015 provided a framework for global sustainable development goals. This paper analyzes the provincial performances towards the Agenda 2030, exploring synergies and trade-offs among the goals, and provides policy recommendations for promoting integrated sustainable development.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Geography
David G. Williams
Summary: This paper focuses on the urban regeneration of Gloucester Quays in the UK and examines the factors that enabled this regeneration using a practice theory and systems of provision approach. It demonstrates the complexity of factors involved in urban regeneration and the usefulness of the provision system model in identifying these factors.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Geography
Hiroshi Ito, Nobuo Kawazoe
Summary: This study investigated the factors that influenced citizens' transportation mode changes during the coronavirus pandemic in Toyama City, Japan. The findings showed that psychological factors, such as attitudes, norms, and perceived control, had an impact on the shift to public transportation and active transportation. Socio-demographic factors, including gender, education, and income, also influenced the choice of active transportation. Age was not a significant factor in transportation mode changes. The study suggests that policymakers should focus on retaining female and highly educated individuals in active transportation and raising awareness among men about the health benefits of active transportation.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Geography
Andrea Porras-Paez
Summary: This paper examines how an informal institution, "take it easy", can shape entrepreneurial processes within an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem (EE). Through a case study in Colombia, it is found that this informal institution affects the entrepreneurship process, suggesting that non-directly related informal institutions can shape EEs.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Geography
Goiuri Alberdi, Edurne Magro, Mari Jose Aranguren, Mirene Begiristain-Zubillaga
Summary: Public procurement of food is seen as a critical tool for creating sustainable food environments and aligning with European sustainability strategies. Osakidetza, the Basque Health System, is in the early stages of developing a sustainable food procurement strategy, and this paper identifies the challenges and action plans needed. Additionally, contributions from agroecology can be valuable for building sustainable food environments in health systems.
REGIONAL STUDIES REGIONAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Geography
Ikram Zangana, Jan-Christoph Otto, Roland Maeusbacher, Lothar Schrott
Summary: We present a detailed geomorphological map (1:5000-scale) of a middle mountainous area in Jena, Germany, using geographic information systems (GIS) and high-resolution digital data. The map features were extracted by manually interpreting the combination of different data sources using light detection and ranging (LiDAR) data. By incorporating the visual interpretation of multidirectional hillshade and land surface parameters (LSPs) composite maps, we were able to systematically delineate landforms and geomorphological process domains.
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Geography
Chiara Martinello, Margherita Bufalini, Chiara Cappadonia, Edoardo Rotigliano, Marco Materazzi
Summary: The research proposes a simple but geomorphologically adequate method to produce a combined landslide susceptibility map. In practice, providing type-specific landslide susceptibility maps may not be a successful solution for land use planners and administration. Combining more types of landslides in a simple grouping could be misleading for model calibration, as the relationships between slope failures and geo-environmental predictors should be conveyed by the abundance of each type of landslide. In this study, the method of Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS) and type-specific geo-environmental variables were used to produce independent models for flow, slide, and complex landslide, and a combined susceptibility map was obtained by combining the scores of the three source maps. The combined map showed very good performances when validated with a new unknown archive.
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Geography
S. Gallicchio, R. Colacicco, D. Capolongo, A. Girone, P. Maiorano, M. Marino, N. Ciaranfi
Summary: A geological, geomorphological and geo-touristic map has been created at 1:5000 scale for the representative area of the Montalbano Jonico Badlands Reserve in Southern Italy. The map showcases international stratigraphic formations and badland landscapes along a clayey marine succession from the Early-Middle Pleistocene boundary, making it an important reference section for global paleoclimatic signatures. The purpose of the map is to disseminate knowledge, support future research, and promote sustainable geo-tourism.
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Geography
Ivka Kljajic, Robert Zupan, Stanislav Franges, Mladen Zrinjski
Summary: The paper discusses the previous maps of the Diocese of Porec and Pula and introduces the creation of a new map after extensive research. The data collection process and addressing the shortcomings of previous maps are also outlined. The main objective of the research was to create a new map that accurately depicts the borders of the Diocese and the current deanery boundaries.
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Geography
Cathy McIlwaine, Moniza Rizzini Ansari, Julia Goncalves Leal, Fernanda Vieira, Joelma Sousa dos Santos
Summary: Detailed data on violence against women is needed; study on countermapping in Rio favelas
