The mountains and ranges of the Basin of Mexico fulfill important functions for its more than 20 million inhabitants. They are a refuge for biodiversity and historical and cultural landmarks.
Academic networks as boundary organizations: pollinators for transformative change in mountain regions
The talk introduces the concept of boundary organizations as pollinators for transformative change in mountain regions through a concrete example of the Himalayan University Consortium.
Regeneration projects in the rural context of the Italian Prealps. The Clusone Plateau in Seriana Valley – Bergamo Province (Italy)
The contribution explores as architectural design approach can develop the rural mountainous plateau of Upper Seriana Valley (Clusone), according to a renewed visions based on wellness and health.
Flora Raetica – Citizen Science project capturing changes in plant distributions in Graubünden
Distribution and occurrence of plant species have changed due to changes in land-use and climate. We present a citizen science project for a new “Flora Raetica” capturing such distribution shifts.
Natural Hazards, Climate Change, and Criminal Liability: Challenges and Legal Frameworks
Climate change transforms natural hazard risks, raising legal questions about responsibility, liability, and the role of emerging technologies.
Glacier fleas (Collembola) biodiversity and distribution as bioindicators of glacial ecosystems, also through “glacial” Citizen Science
The rich biodiversity of glacier fleas, together with their ecology, and the opportunity to involve non-expert samplers increase allow to use glacier fleas as bioindicators in glacial monitoring progr
Students’ perceptions of glaciers and high mountain areas under the influence of climate change: Students’ sketches of ecosystem services
This study examines student perceptions of high mountain areas and their ecosystem services in the context of climate change. Results reveal that ESS framework would support systemic understanding.
The Use of Mountain Areas for Nature Education Within The Perspective of Sustainable Development
The results of the research will be shared at the conference and the use of a mountain area for nature education in the context of sustainable development will be evaluated.
Bridging Science and Youth: Communicating Antibiotic Resistance in Alpine Regions
Glacial meltwater potentially spreads antibiotic-resistant bacteria, impacting downstream ecosystems. Engaging youth through clear, interactive outreach fosters awareness and action.
Empowering Territorial Climate Resilience and Local Communities through a Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Knowledge Repository
A Nature-Based Knowledge Repository consolidates research, policy frameworks, and case studies on NbS from Europe, empowering territorial climate resilient communities, and informed policy making.