The Impact of Ecocide on Diversity
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbial Diversity and Culture Collections".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 58
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Interests: microbial ecology and diversity; microbial systematics; biodiscovery; microbial biotechnology applied; environmental and industrial microbiology; marine microbiology; biological control; actinomycetology; bacteriophages
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Dear Colleagues,
Diversity, which encompasses genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity, is the cornerstone of resilience and stability in natural systems. Ecocide poses a severe threat to the diversity of life on Earth and disrupts this diversity by causing widespread habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change.
Genetic diversity within species allows populations to adapt to changing conditions, ensuring their survival and evolution. However, ecocide reduces genetic variation by fragmenting populations and exposing them to increased risks of extinction. Similarly, species diversity, the variety of species within an ecosystem, is crucial for maintaining ecological balance. When ecocide leads to the loss of species, it disrupts the interactions and dependencies that sustain ecosystems.
Furthermore, ecosystem diversity, which refers to the variety of ecosystems within a region, is also compromised by ecocide. The loss of diverse ecosystems reduces the capacity of natural systems to recover from disturbances and adapt to change. This, in turn, impacts human well-being.
In this Special Issue, we will explore the intricate relationship between ecocide and diversity, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts to mitigate the impacts of ecocide and preserve the diversity of life on Earth.
Dr. Ipek Kurtboke
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- ecocide
- biodiversity
- genetic diversity
- species diversity
- ecosystem diversity
- environmental conservation
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