About this Research Topic
Climate change and human activities have led to profound transformations in plant systems, affecting fundamental processes such as water and nutrient uptake, growth rates, and life cycles. Climate change, characterized by rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and more frequent extreme weather events, along with human activities like agricultural intensification and land-use changes, have reshaped ecosystems and landscapes. While both environmental and anthropogenic factors individually play significant roles, their interactions introduce complex dynamics that critically influence plant productivity and ecosystem function.
This Research Topic aims to explore the interactive effects of climate change and human activities on plant productivity, focusing specifically on grassland and cropland ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on eco-physiological responses and functional traits to provide deeper insights into the mechanisms driving plant adaptation and resilience. Ultimately, this knowledge will guide the development of sustainable management practices and enhance ecological resilience in the face of ongoing environmental changes.
We invite submissions that align with the following themes but are not limited to:
-Investigating the combined effects of climate change (e.g., rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns) and human activities (e.g., agricultural intensification, grazing) on plant growth and productivity in cropland and grassland ecosystems.
-Exploring the eco-physiological responses of plants to simultaneous environmental and anthropogenic stresses, with an emphasis on resilience and adaptation strategies.
-Assessing the impacts of environmental stressors and agricultural practices on soil health and plant productivity.
-Developing models that integrate environmental and anthropogenic factors to better predict plant productivity and inform sustainable management practices.
This Research Topic aims to explore the interactive effects of climate change and human activities on plant productivity, focusing specifically on grassland and cropland ecosystems. Emphasis will be placed on eco-physiological responses and functional traits to provide deeper insights into the mechanisms driving plant adaptation and resilience. Ultimately, this knowledge will guide the development of sustainable management practices and enhance ecological resilience in the face of ongoing environmental changes.
We invite submissions that align with the following themes but are not limited to:
-Investigating the combined effects of climate change (e.g., rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns) and human activities (e.g., agricultural intensification, grazing) on plant growth and productivity in cropland and grassland ecosystems.
-Exploring the eco-physiological responses of plants to simultaneous environmental and anthropogenic stresses, with an emphasis on resilience and adaptation strategies.
-Assessing the impacts of environmental stressors and agricultural practices on soil health and plant productivity.
-Developing models that integrate environmental and anthropogenic factors to better predict plant productivity and inform sustainable management practices.
Keywords: Climate Change, Plant Productivity, Interactions, Climate Adaptation Strategies, Ecological Modeling
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