Aboveground biomass carbon pool allocation patterns in artificial Haloxylon ammodendron (saxaul) forests of different ages in arid regions
Available online 13 June 2026
Taking artificially afforested Haloxylon ammodendron sand-fixation forests (stand ages 5–50 years) in the Minqin Oasis as a study system, this study systematically analyzed the allocation patterns of...
Glacier distribution and changes in Yarkant River Basin, southwestern Tarim Basin
Available online 13 June 2026
Based on the Chinese Glacier Inventory of Xinjiang in 2020 (CGI-XJ2020), this study analyzed the spatial distribution of glaciers in the Yarkant River Basin and, together with the First Chinese Glacier...
Research Progress on the Impact of Wind Farms on Climate and Ecology
Available online 11 June 2026
To mitigate global warming, we must accelerate the development of renewable energy. Wind energy has grown rapidly worldwide recently because of its abundance and environmental benefits. As wind power...
Low-Altitude Soil Inputs Alter Carbon and Nitrogen Cycling in Permafrost Ecosystems
Available online 16 May 2026
Permafrost-associated microbial communities have long been exposed to low temperatures and may therefore experience functional constraints. Although climate warming and permafrost degradation are expected...
Projections of Changes in Glacier Area and Volume in the Xinjiang Region, northwestern China, Based on CGI-XJ2020
Available online 9 May 2026
Glaciers represent a key freshwater source, and their changes have far-reaching impacts on regional water availability and hydrological cycle. Using the CGI-XJ2020 inventory as input, the evolution...
Spatiotemporal variations of dust emission in Qaidam basin during the past 40 years
April 2026
The Qaidam Basin, situated on the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, ranks among the highest deserts in the world. Dust derived from this basin are carried to neighboring regions by atmospheric circulation, resulting...
Assessment of ecological vulnerability in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China
April 2026
Since the Mid-20th century, the impact of global change on regional ecology has become increasingly significant, especially in the aspects of climate change and land use change. The Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous...
Enhancing Qppq method for streamflow prediction in ungauged basins: Study case of Ouzoud basin in Morocco
April 2026
As a result of no direct measurement data, accurate stream flow prediction in ungauged basins has remained a challenge in water resource management and flood forecasting. To meet this challenge, advanced...
Rapid development of thermokarst lakes and driving factors along a highway in Northeast China (2000–2020)
April 2026
In the northern Da Xing'anling Mountains of Northeast China, thermokarst lakes have undergone significant changes. These changes are particularly evident along the Highway X302, which stretches from...
Investigation on frost heave of Beiluhe permafrost embankment based on thermal behavior with new geocell reinforcement
April 2026
Frost heave phenomenon poses significant geohazard, threatening the safety of the infrastructure in cold regions as a result of freezing-thawing cycles. This threat the destabilizes the environment...
Are area changes the primary indicator for predicting glacial lake outburst Risks?——A case study of the HMA region
April 2026
Glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) have received substantial attention owing to their catastrophic potential. Thus, accurate susceptibility assessments are crucial for disaster prevention and mitigation....
Nitrogen and phosphorus allocation strategy among dominant species' major organs in desert grassland
April 2026
Allometric allocation of limiting nutrient elements at the organ level is a crucial strategy for plants to adapt to environmental changes. However, our understanding of intra- and inter-organ allocation...
Diversity and pathogenic potential of fungal communities along elevational gradients in the Everest Glacier
April 2026
Fungi are a critical member of glacier microbial communities, driving organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, and forming symbiotic interactions that help sustain ecosystem stability in extreme...
Influence of river vegetation on sediment transport and erosion mitigation: A review
April 2026
Natural river systems are essential for conveying water, sediments, and organic material from upstream catchments to downstream reaches. One of the key processes influencing channel morphology is bedload...
Effects of dry-wet-freeze-thaw cycles on the strength properties and microscopic mechanism of metakaolin-based geopolymer-solidified soil
Available online 28 April 2026
Metakaolin based geopolymers present a next-generation, sustainable alternative to cement for soft soil stabilization. However, the dependency on conventional alkaline activators, which are carbon-intensive,...
Machine learning assessment of historical and future permafrost distribution in the Kali Gandaki River Basin, Nepal
Available online 24 April 2026
Permafrost, ground that stays below 0 °C for at least two consecutive years, is essential for ecosystem stability and water balance in mountain environments. Its degradation raises the risk of landslides...
Glacier distribution and changes in the Southeastern Tarim Basin, Northwestern China
Available online 20 April 2026
The Southeastern Tarim Basin, as an important component of the Tarim Basin, plays a critical role in the basin’s water-resource and ecological security due to its glacier changes. Based on the Chinese...
Correcting WRF cold temperature bias over the Qilian Mountains using MODIS dynamic albedo
Available online 17 April 2026
As a critical parameter influencing the land-atmosphere radiative budget, variations in surface albedo significantly affect regional and global climate systems through complex feedback mechanisms. The...
Glacier distribution and changes in the Junggar Inland Basin, Xinjiang, northwestern China
Available online 2 April 2026
The Junggar Inland Basin, situated between the northern Tianshan Mountains and the Altay Mountain, is a key meltwater-supply region in northern Xinjiang. Glacier change in this basin has important implications...
Experimental investigation on the hydro-thermal variation and frost heave during the unidirectional freezing process of sandy soil
Available online 28 March 2026
Through conducting the unidirectional freezing model test under an open system, this study explores the variation characteristics of the temperature field, unfrozen water content and frost heave of...
Study on Mechanical Properties and Skeleton Deformation of Aeolian Sand-Modified Saline Soil under Freeze-Thaw Cycles
Available online 17 March 2026
Most existing studies on freeze-thaw cycles in saline soils employ fully constrained freeze-thaw cycles during experiments. However, this approach fails to account for the impact of freeze-thaw cycles...
Developing a Long-Term Chronology of Cinnamomum Camphora: Revealing the Radial Growth Response of a Subtropical Broadleaf Species to Winter Temperature
Available online 14 March 2026
Tree rings are crucial data for revealing tree growth responses to climate and reconstructing climate history. However, current research primarily focuses on coniferous species, with a lack of studies...
Empirical evidence for glomalin-related soil protein regulation of temperature sensitivity of soil organic carbon decomposition in alpine forests
Available online 11 March 2026
Glomalin-related soil protein (GRSP) appears to control in temperature sensitivity (Q10) of soil organic carbon (SOC) decomposition. However, empirical evidence for GRSP regulation of Q10 is still lacking,...
Estimates of high spatiotemporal resolution solar shortwave radiation from Himawari-8 radiation products in mountainous areas
Available online 6 March 2026
Downward surface shortwave radiation (DSSR) is an important parameter of the global energy balance. DSSR is affected by the interaction of atmospheric and terrain effects, making it difficult to obtain...
Study on the deterioration mechanisms of basalt with fractures under freeze-thaw cycling
February 2026
In cold region, freeze-thaw cycles induced by extreme temperature fluctuations represent a significant threat to the stability of tunnel surrounding rocks. Investigating this phenomenon is essential...