Ecohydrology | Merging Ecology and Water Systems for Sustainable Resource Management

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Ecohydrology is an interdisciplinary field that examines the interactions between ecological systems and the hydrological cycle, exploring how water movement influences ecosystems and vice versa. This dynamic discipline investigates the relationships between vegetation, soil, water, and the atmosphere, emphasizing the role of these interactions in sustaining biodiversity and ecosystem services. Ecohydrology offers insights into the mechanisms through which ecosystems regulate water resources and adapt to environmental changes.
Encompassing a diverse range of topics, Ecohydrology is vital for addressing pressing global challenges such as water scarcity, climate change, and ecosystem degradation. It provides a scientific foundation for developing sustainable water management practices and ecological restoration strategies. By integrating principles of hydrology, ecology, and environmental science, Ecohydrology advances our understanding of water-ecosystem dynamics and contributes to the resilience of both natural and human-altered landscapes.

Catchment-scale ecohydrology Soil-vegetation-atmosphere interactions Riparian zone hydrology Wetland hydrodynamics Groundwater-ecosystem interactions Ecohydrological modeling and simulations Effects of land use on ecohydrology Climate change impacts on ecohydrology Water balance and evapotranspiration studies Streamflow and habitat connectivity Role of forests in water cycling Ecohydrology of arid and semi-arid regions Urban ecohydrology and green infrastructure Ecohydrological processes in agricultural landscapes Role of microbial communities in water quality Watershed management and restoration Floodplain ecology and hydrology Drought impacts on ecosystems Ecohydrological feedbacks and resilience Policy applications of ecohydrology for sustainable development.