Trade-offs and synergies of ecosystem services and their driving factors in the Aksu River Basin
October 2026
Understanding the trade-offs, synergies, and drivers of ecosystem services (ESs) is essential for ecological security in arid inland basins. This study focuses on the Aksu River Basin and uses remote...
Resolving changes in a Himalayan glacier (Drang Drung) using the SAR polarimetric technique
October 2026
The Himalayas boast one of the most extensive mountain glacier systems globally, often called the "Water Tower of Asia". Distinguished by their diverse topography and morphology, Himalayan glaciers...
Dynamic tensile properties of frozen granite under different strain rates using SHPB Brazilian disc tests
October 2026
This study investigates the dynamic tensile behavior of frozen granite under varying strain rates and subzero temperatures using Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) Brazilian disc tests. Tests were...
Spatiotemporal evolution and influencing factors of cultivated land use efficiency in northwest China—A case study of Gansu Province
October 2026
Identifying the spatiotemporal dynamics of cultivated land use efficiency (CLUE) is critical to reconciling intensive agricultural production with ecological sustainability in arid regions. Gansu Province,...
Integrated spatiotemporal analysis of NDVI dynamics and multiscale drivers in the Qilian Mountains, China
October 2026
The Qilian Mountains serve as a pivotal ecological barrier in western China, where the vegetation plays an essential role in maintaining regional ecological stability. However, the dynamic of vegetation...
Developing elite lines with synchronous emergence rate and strong seedling vigor for sand rice (Agriophyllum squarrosum) cultivation
October 2026
Sand rice (Agriophyllum squarrosum (L.) Moq.), an annual herbaceous species of Amaranthaceae, is a potential and climate-resilient crop. Its bet-hedging strategy in seed germination and/or seedling...
Plant functional diversity of alpine grasslands in the central and eastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
October 2026
Alpine grasslands are fragile ecosystems that are characterized by low species richness, where plant diversity plays a crucial role in maintaining the functioning, stability, and sustainability of the...
Study on Mechanical Properties of Heterogeneous Frozen Wall Considering Interaction Between Surrounding Rock and Shaft Lining
Available online 29 October 2026
In the freezing method for well drilling in weakly cemented rock layers in western China, a single-ring freezing pipe layout is generally adopted. To investigate the mechanical properties of the freezing...
Theoretical frost-heave failure mechanics model and numerical investigation on novel assembled channel lining in seasonally frozen ground
Available online 28 October 2026
Based on previous laboratory tests on assembled channel lining structures, and introducing the generalized Winkler elastic foundation beam theory, a theoretical failure mechanical model for the assembled...
Geochemical Characteristics and Potential Environmental Roles of Glacial Rock Flour in Chinese Glaciers
Available online 28 October 2026
Glacial rock flours (GRFs) are a potential source of fine-grained minerals that can be used as a soil amendment to improve yields and capture CO2 through enhanced rock weathering. Given their multifaceted...
Mechanisms Governing the Performance Evolution of Concrete Pavements in Plateau Environments and Strategies for Sustainable Development
Available online 19 October 2026
Concrete pavements in plateau permafrost regions are exposed to intense ultraviolet (UV) radiation, frequent freeze–thaw cycles, large thermal gradients and constrained construction conditions. This...
Isotopic signatures of pingo and palsa ice cores, Western Siberia: Implications for formation mechanisms
Available online 13 October 2026
Ice-cored mounds – pingos and palsas – are widespread landforms in permafrost regions that contain ice cores. These cryogenic formations provide valuable information about paleo-moisture sources, ice...
Wadi damming and its impacts in an arid region of Algeria: Case of M'Zab Wadi basin
Available online 3 October 2026
Most dams have been built to maximize short-term economic benefits, often with little or no understanding of their long-term hydrological and ecological consequences. Historically, the downstream region...
The stability of the water niche of the subalpine shrub and its response to the environmental factors
Available online 30 September 2026
Understanding the water niche of plants and their response to environmental factors is crucial for maintaining and preserving plant diversity in alpine regions. This study focuses on four subalpine...
Spatial Distribution and Characteristics of Large Glaciers in Xinjiang, China, Using the CGI-XJ2020 Inventory
Available online 30 September 2026
Large glaciers (>10 km2) account for more than 60% of the total ice volume in Xinjiang and play a critical role in regulating runoff, thereby contributing to water security and ecological stability...
Gridded precipitation products reveal drought dynamics and rainfall concentration patterns in a tropical watershed
Available online 25 September 2026
The limited availability of observed precipitation data remains a persistent constraint in hydrological research. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a gridded precipitation product in representing...
Enhanced Monitoring of Agricultural Drought in Central Iran through the Improved Local Drought Index (ILDI)
Available online 18 September 2026
Drought, a natural hazard affecting all climatic zones, inflicts significant and devastating impacts on our resources, society, and the environment. Despite the development of numerous drought indices...
Ecological adaptation strategies of different dominant plants in typical arid regions based on water-photosynthesis synergistic relationships
Available online 17 September 2026
Clarifying how arid zone plants adapt is fundamental for developing targeted strategies for water resource and ecosystem management, However, researches on the synergistic relationships between water...
Quantifying the cooling effect of ecological spaces within the built-up area of Lanzhou City
Available online 4 September 2026
Urban ecological spaces play an important role in reducing the urban heat island effect and improving resilience to heat waves under climate warming. This study focuses on Lanzhou, a typical river-valley...
Atmospheric Moisture Demand Drives Pan-Arctic Fire Activity
Available online 3 September 2026
Wildfire activity across the pan-Arctic is rapidly changing under climate change, yet the relative roles of temperature, atmospheric moisture demand, and precipitation remain poorly constrained. Using...
Evolution of deformation, strength, and permeability of compacted clay under freeze-thaw cycles for levee engineering
Available online 2 September 2026
Seasonal freeze-thaw cycling significantly affects the deformation, mechanical, and hydraulic performance of compacted clay used in cold-region levees. In this study, a series of laboratory tests was...
Sustainable magnesium phosphate cement with co-mechanically activated low-grade MgO and coal fly ash for sub-zero Arctic infrastructure
Available online 2 September 2026
This study investigates magnesium phosphate cement (MPC) mortars incorporating low-grade MgO (LM) and coal fly ash (FA) subjected to co-mechanical activation for use under sub-zero temperatures (down...
Meteorological environment and risks along the Arctic Northeast Passage
August 2026
With rapid warming in the Arctic region, the navigability of the Arctic has improved in recent decades. Except for the sea ice, meteorological conditions are also very important for navigation safety....
The grain size end-members of aeolian deposits and their implications in the Menyuan Basin, northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
August 2026
The northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is located at the intersection of the Asian monsoons and Westerlies, serving as a significant site for studying atmospheric circulation variations. The Menyuan...
Vegetation–Climate–Topography coupling in a cold temperate region: Evidence from the Genhe Basin (2000–2019)
August 2026
Vegetation in cold temperate regions is shaped by a mix of climate pressures and terrain influences, often in uneven and place-specific ways. This study explores how vegetation, climate, and topography...
