Introducing the <i>Journal of Ecohydraulics</i>: fundamental and applied research on the road to transdisciplinarity

Kemp, Paul S.; Katopodis, C

doi:10.1080/24705357.2016.1259139

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“…Studies suggest that ecohydraulics (i.e., interaction among ecological, hydrodynamic and geomorphologic characteristics) influence riparian vegetation generation (Bendix & Hupp, 2000; Gurnell et al, 2001; Gurnell & Gregory, 1995; Kemp & Katopodis, 2016; Wintenberger et al, 2015). Both water levels and flood regimes affect riparian plant communities.…”

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Floodplain characteristics affect woody vegetation regeneration on point bars of a coastal plain river recovering from anthropogenic disturbances

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Floodplain characteristics contribute to the natural regeneration of vegetation and help facilitate their ecosystem recovery but vary within and between river systems and more so in a river system recovering from anthropogenic disturbances. Here, we explored the floodplain characteristics that contribute to the woody vegetation regeneration on point bars of the middle reach of the Apalachicola River in Florida, USA, which has been passively recovering for over two decades after dredging and disposal activities ended. Woody vegetation regeneration on point bars was analysed using 1999 and 2019 aerial imagery and divided into zones and sections. Data were extracted from a digitized geodatabase regarding several floodplain characteristics with potential to influence vegetation regenetation. Later, we analysed noncollinear floodplain characteristics using a random forest (RF) regression model. The top characteristics that contributed to the RF model include vegetation density, distance-toseeding source and bend curvature. Findings suggest that high vegetation density contributes substantially to woody vegetation regeneration. The negative relationship between distance-to-seeding source and vegetation regeneration shows the importance of seeding availability. The bend curvature corresponds with the highest regeneration in the lowermost section of point bars. Our results signify the importance of maintaining healthy vegetated corridors as a buffer to reinforce the vegetation community and potential seed source for passive recovery. These findings regarding floodplain characteristics can be applied to future active restoration of anthropogenically disturbed floodplains.

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Floodplain characteristics affect woody vegetation regeneration on point bars of a coastal plain river recovering from anthropogenic disturbances

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“…A crucial achievement in promoting interdisciplinarity has undoubtedly been the foundation of the Journal of Ecohydraulics (TJoE, Kemp and Katopodis, 2016), which highlights Ecohydraulics research, as well as providing a platform for the integration of non-engineering disciplines (e.g. Hannah et al, 2007;Lancaster, 2018).…”

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How to strengthen interdisciplinarity in ecohydraulics? Outcomes from ISE 2018

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Journal of Ecohydraulics

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Interdisciplinary approaches are needed to tackle complex environmental issues as freshwater ecosystems face unprecedented pressures globally. The emerging Ecohydraulics field of research should take steps towards developing true interdisciplinarity and embrace the transformation required as the world keeps changing in front of our eyes. This paper aims to contribute to the discussion on interdisciplinarity in Ecohydraulics and to shape its growth. This contribution builds upon previous research that identified the challenges and opportunities for early career researchers (ECRs) in Ecohydraulics and takes a step further on identifying key actions, actors, and implementation strategies that can strengthen interdisciplinarity. Based on an online questionnaire and a workshop involving over 150 early and established careers, we present a list of 20 prioritised actions that will help engage the research community towards specific goals and will result in increased interdisciplinary outcomes. While ECRs have taken the lead on creating this roadmap, its implementation should be a joint responsibility of both ECRs, established career scientists, groups, and institutions within Ecohydraulics. The list of identified actions and assigned responsibility should, therefore, be considered a conversation starter among the Ecohydraulics community on how to strengthen interdisciplinarity. This means that a continued revision of the here stated approaches will be required to in the future, as the field of research and its community progresses. With this contribution, we resume a critical reflection on where the Ecohydraulics field of research and community stands today and where efforts need to be invested in the long-term to consolidate its inherent interdisciplinarity.

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Introducing the Journal of Ecohydraulics: fundamental and applied research on the road to transdisciplinarity

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Floodplain characteristics affect woody vegetation regeneration on point bars of a coastal plain river recovering from anthropogenic disturbances

Floodplain characteristics affect woody vegetation regeneration on point bars of a coastal plain river recovering from anthropogenic disturbances

How to strengthen interdisciplinarity in ecohydraulics? Outcomes from ISE 2018

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