The International Conference on Geo-science and Geospatial Technologies (GGT): Ecosystem Restoration and Natural Resources Management a groundbreaking event that marks a significant milestone in the field of geoscience and geospatial technologies, bringing together experts, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world to explore the critical theme of ecosystem restoration and natural resources management.

The conference serves as a platform for interdisciplinary discussions, knowledge exchange, and collaboration, with a specific focus on harnessing the power of geoscience and geospatial technologies to address the pressing environmental challenges we face today. By merging both the domains of earth science and spatial analysis, GGT aims to foster innovative solutions and strategies for the restoration and sustainable management of our natural resources.

Ecosystem restoration has emerged as a major concern in recent years, as the consequences of climate change, habitat degradation, deforestation, and biodiversity loss become increasingly evident. The urgent need to restore and conserve our ecosystems requires a multidimensional approach that integrates scientific research, technological advancements, and effective resource management practices. Geoscience and geospatial technologies play a pivotal role in this endeavor, providing powerful tools for mapping, monitoring, and analyzing the Earth's physical and biological systems.

The First International Conference on GGT brings together a diverse community of professionals and experts, including geographers, geologists, ecologists, remote sensing specialists, GIS professionals, environmental scientists, and policymakers. Through plenary sessions, keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, participants will dive into a wide range of topics related to ecosystem restoration and natural resources management.

This conference offers a unique opportunity for professionals and researchers to share their experiences, present their cutting-edge research findings, and engage in meaningful discussions on the latest advancements in geoscience and geospatial technologies. Moreover, it aims to foster collaboration among academia, industry, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations, with the goal of establishing a global network of experts committed to ecosystem restoration and natural resources management.

The (GGT) conference is an online conference organized by COEUS Institute where all proceedings submitted to it will swiftly be published within three months, where authors can now have their publications featured in Sustainable Landscape and Natural Resources Management (SLNR) book series by Springer Nature.

The CCP is designed to provide a valuable service to scholars by offering them a streamlined and accessible pathway to see their work published. By leveraging the support of Springer Nature and the Sustainable Landscape and Natural Resources Management book series, the CCP offers a platform that nurtures academic excellence, facilitates knowledge sharing, and enhances the visibility and impact of scholarly research.

The Collective Conferences Platform (CCP) is an innovative initiative that brings together multiple conferences under the auspices of Springer Nature. Through the platform, authors can swiftly publish their papers, benefit from the expertise of a renowned publisher, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.

• 1. Part 1: Geospatial Analysis for Ecosystem Assessment and Monitoring

  1. Land cover change detection and analysis
  2. Spatial analysis of ecosystem health indicators
  3. Geospatial techniques for biodiversity monitoring
  4. Remote sensing for habitat fragmentation analysis
  5. GIS-based assessment of ecosystem services

• 2. Part 2: Remote Sensing Applications in Habitat Restoration and Management

  1. Satellite imagery for monitoring ecological restoration projects
  2. LiDAR-based analysis of vegetation structure in restored habitats
  3. Hyperspectral remote sensing for invasive species detection
  4. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in habitat monitoring and management
  5. Remote sensing techniques for wetland restoration assessment

• 3. Part 3: Geospatial Technologies for Mapping and Modeling Biodiversity

  1. Species distribution modeling using GIS
  2. Remote sensing-based mapping of rare and endangered species habitats
  3. Geospatial analysis of species richness and diversity patterns
  4. Spatial analysis of genetic diversity and connectivity
  5. Mapping and monitoring marine biodiversity using geospatial technologies

• 4. Part 4: Spatial Analysis of Ecosystem Services and Their Valuation

  1. GIS-based assessment of carbon sequestration potential
  2. Economic valuation of ecosystem services using geospatial techniques
  3. Spatial analysis of water provisioning and purification services
  4. Geospatial modeling of pollination services and crop productivity
  5. Mapping and quantification of cultural ecosystem services

• 5. Part 5: Geoscience Contributions to Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

  1. Geospatial analysis of climate change impacts on ecosystems
  2. Remote sensing for monitoring and mapping greenhouse gas emissions
  3. Geospatial techniques for assessing climate vulnerability and adaptation options
  4. Spatial analysis of climate-induced land and water resource changes
  5. Geospatial modeling of climate change scenarios and their ecological implications

• 6. Part 6: Integrated Approaches to Land and Water Resource Management

  1. Geospatial analysis for integrated watershed management
  2. GIS-based soil erosion modeling and control strategies
  3. Remote sensing applications in land-use planning and conservation
  4. Spatial analysis of land degradation and desertification processes
  5. Geospatial tools for integrated coastal zone management

• 7. Part 7: Geospatial Techniques for Sustainable Agriculture and Forestry

  1. Precision agriculture using geospatial technologies
  2. Remote sensing-based crop monitoring and yield estimation
  3. GIS applications in agroforestry planning and management
  4. Spatial analysis of forest resources and timber inventory
  5. Geospatial modeling for sustainable forest management and planning

• 8. Part 8: Geo-informatics for Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience

  1. Geospatial analysis of natural hazards and vulnerability mapping
  2. Remote sensing for early warning systems and disaster monitoring
  3. GIS-based landslide and flood risk assessment
  4. Spatial analysis of post-disaster recovery and resilience planning
  5. Geospatial technologies for community-based disaster management and decision support systems

• 9. Part 9: Policy Frameworks and Governance for Ecosystem Restoration

  1. Geospatial data and information sharing for evidence-based policymaking
  2. Spatial planning and zoning for ecosystem restoration and conservation
  3. Geospatial technologies for monitoring and enforcing environmental regulations
  4. Participatory GIS approaches for inclusive decision-making in restoration projects
  5. Policy integration and mainstreaming of ecosystem restoration into national strategies

• 10. Part 10: Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Practices in Natural Resource Management

  1. Indigenous mapping and geospatial technologies for traditional land management
  2. Spatial analysis of indigenous ecological knowledge for ecosystem restoration
  3. Remote sensing applications in documenting traditional ecological knowledge
  4. Geospatial tools for integrating indigenous perspectives in natural resource management
  5. Collaborative approaches between indigenous communities and scientists for sustainable resource use

Online Attendance

The fee covers:

• A softcopy of the abstract book 
• IEREK Participation/ Contribution Certificate in softcopy
• Acceptance Letters in softcopy
• Consideration for publishing in the SLNR book by Springer
• Access to conference recordings
• Each research paper should have one main author who should pay the full fee (Author fees) regardless of attendance. Co-authors, each, have their own fees to pay to attend the event. 
• A research paper fee allows only one author, whether main or co-author, to attend the conference and receive only one copy of the conference Abstract book in soft copy. Extras can be requested for an additional fee.

Payment Methods:

Payment of the registration fee can be made via the following methods (only after online registration):

1. Bank transfer 

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Participants who would like to complete their payments online must send a request to the conference coordinator/ email and CC [email protected] to receive a customized electronic invoice to complete their payments.

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• After online registration and payment, the registration fee cannot be reimbursed.
• Final Acceptance/ rejection of your full/ extended paper (if submitted) can only be given after the peer review process.
• Inclusion in the conference program, acceptance letters issuance and consideration for publication must be preceded by registration and payment completion.
• Online Payment (only) should only be completed once a proforma invoice is issued with respective instructions for successful payment.
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Step 1: Short Paper

• Your short paper / extended abstract should be 4 – 6 pages long and submitted before the paper submission deadline, in English, and fit within one of the conference topics.
• The Extended abstract i.e., the short paper should follow the research paper structure as follows: Abstract (+keywords), Introduction, problem statement, and study aim, Review of the Literature, Methodology, results and conclusion/ discussion, References list using the Paper Writing Template.
• The submission (short paper i.e. extended abstract) should be made following the same procedure followed for the abstract or sent to the conference email.

Step 2: Rigorous Peer Review Process (double-blind)

This process can only be initiated after payment completion and confirmation:

• If submitted, the extension (short paper) will be preliminarily checked (iThenticate plagiarism/ similarity screening Software, readability, and scope) and it will be peer-reviewed. If similarity issues are detected, the following will apply:
  • % from all sources: 10-15%
  • % from one source: 3-5%
  • Higher than 30% (all sources): Reject completely
  • Lower than 30% (all sources): Ask for revision to decrease the similarities
• IEREK has an unyielding policy regarding plagiarism. We believe that copying/ taking the ideas and work of other Authors without permission and credit is fraudulent. The Reviewing committee and IEREK employees have the authority to reject a paper during its reviewing process, on the basis of the paper being subjected to either minor or major plagiarism.
• Each paper/ chapter is evaluated by a minimum of two reviewers, after which a final decision by the responsible Editor is made. There is no maximum to the number of times a paper can be reviewed, depending on the quality of the submission.
• If your short paper is accepted by the Editors for publishing with comments/ requested modifications, our Editors (publishing department) will contact you once a decision is made and you will be asked to revise and correct it. After resubmission, it will be re-checked. Note: There may be more than one round of peer review and the decision rests with the editors of the title. Missed deadlines may result in complete exclusion/ rejection from the final publication.

All accepted submissions to the conference, after a rigorous double-blinded peer-review process by the respective and a highly-extinguished Editorial Board, will be published in:

• Sustainable Landscape Planning and Natural Resources Management (SLNR), an IEREK Interdisciplinary book series published by Springer Nature.
  

About SLNR

Sustainable Landscape Planning and Natural Resources Management (SLNR) is a peer-reviewed book series that presents groundbreaking research through the intersection of two main areas that of which are ‘Sustainable Landscape Planning’ and ‘Natural Resources Management’. The series initially covers a wide range of academic disciplines in sustainability, including landscape ecology, green urbanism, urban regeneration, land restoration and renaturation, energy management, and nature conservation. Moreover, it also incorporates the latest developments and research in engineering topics that contribute to more sustainable cities, such as Geosciences, infrastructure, civil engineering, geology, mining, water, and natural resources conservation and management.

By showcasing methods for discovering, managing, and employing natural resources, the series aims to provide approaches that enable the responsible use of these resources. Ultimately, the SLNR series is committed to advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. Read More

Attending a conference dramatically enhances both your professional and personal development. They help you sharpen the saw, meet and converse with industry experts, expand your resources and grow your professional network. IEREK Conference will help you:

1. Open Discussions: We bring together leading academic scientists, from different universities and countries, to exchange and share their experiences and research results.

2. Internationally Accredited Certificate: The participants are granted internationally recognized certificates acknowledged by IEREK, and Partnering Organization.

3. Publication: Selected high-quality manuscripts will be published, after peer review, in the Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (SLNR) book series by Springer

4. Research Technologies: Conferences can expand your resources by providing a great opportunity to promote gathered information on new technologies related to your research.

5. Networking: You can engage with industry experts to discuss with them the very latest research projects they could be working on and increase your chances of collaboration in future projects.

6. Academic Reputation: Attending many conferences will make you a known figure in academic circles and an active member of the academic community.

7. Conference Abstracts Material: Delegates will receive the conference Abstracts book in soft copy.

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