The INLD's many approaches
Space for time substitution in dryland freshwater ecosystems
The main issues to be addressed are the effects of climate change, eutrophication and salinisation on biodiversity patterns from a global perspective and the effects of water level decline on the maintenance of species richness and ecosystem services. But how can data be collected in ephemeral ecosystems? One alternative is to use a comparative analysis of ecosystems in a space-for-time substitution approach to predict the consequences of rainfall reduction on environmental and biological variables (Blois et al. 2013).
In this case, three main perspectives need to be considered: Monitoring sites, experimental approach, and paleolimnology.
Studies of aquatic ecosystems in drylands: identifying gaps through the appropriate analytical tools
The scientometric approach, from the perspective of the International Network on Limnology of Drylands (INLD), has been used to understand and address research gaps in dryland zones worldwide. In this way, we aim to access data and information on the distribution of water bodies, including aspects related to biodiversity and conservation, among others. In the second step, we will conduct meta-analysis studies. Recently, we expanded our understanding of specific issues about lentic ecosystems beyond dryland areas.
Keywords: systematic review, scientometric analysis, meta-analysis
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