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Call for papers: Drought Dynamics and Futures in Mountain Regions

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How are increasingly frequent, severe, and prolonged droughts in mountains affecting people and ecosystems, and how can we respond? Mountain Research and Development invites empirical studies and meta-analyses on drought processes and their complex, cascading effects; systematic assessments of innovative interventions or action research addressing drought and water scarcity in mountains; as well as review-based agendas for future research, policies, or action. Notices of intent are due by 15 June 2026, full papers by 15 September 2026.

Read the full call for papers:
https://www.mrd-journal.org/issue/drought-dynamics-and-futures-in-mountain-regions/

Read about the journal’s section policies, guidelines, and submission procedure:
https://www.mrd-journal.org/


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