Aims and Scope
AIM
Indonesian Journal of Ecology and Conservation (IJEC) publishes original research articles, reviews, and scientific reports that advance knowledge in ecology, biodiversity, and conservation science, particularly within tropical ecosystems. The journal aims to disseminate high-quality scientific knowledge that contributes to the understanding, management, and conservation of biological resources at local, regional, and global scales.
Given Indonesia’s status as one of the world’s megadiverse countries, and the unique biogeographical characteristics of the Wallacea region, IJEC prioritizes studies that address ecological complexity, species diversity, and conservation challenges in tropical and biodiversity-rich regions. The journal welcomes contributions that provide significant scientific insights, methodological advances, and practical implications for sustainable ecosystem management.
SCOPE
IJEC invites researchers to contribute scientific studies related to ecology and conservation sciences. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following thematic areas:
1. Biodiversity and Species Diversity
Studies related to this topic include:
Species inventory and assessment; Species diversity and distribution; Endemic and threatened species; Conservation status evaluation; Biogeography and biodiversity patterns.
2. Ecology and Ecosystem Dynamics
Studies related to this topic include:
Population ecology; Community ecology; Species interactions; Ecosystem processes and functions; Trophic dynamics; Landscape ecology; Ecological modeling.
3. Conservation Biology and Management
Studies related to this topic include:
Wildlife conservation; Habitat management and restoration; Protected areas; Conservation planning; Conservation policy; Human impacts on ecosystems; Climate change and biodiversity conservation.
4. Molecular Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Studies related to this topic include:
Phylogenetics; Population genetics; DNA barcoding; Evolutionary processes; Genetic diversity; Conservation genetics.
5. Microbiology and Microbial Ecology
Studies related to this topic include:
Environmental microbiology; Soil and aquatic microbiology; Microbial diversity; Microbial interactions; Functional roles of microorganisms in ecosystems.
6. Ethnobiology and Human–Environment Interaction
Studies related to this topic include:
Ethnobiology; Traditional ecological knowledge; Indigenous resource management; Human–biodiversity relationships; Socio-ecological systems.
7. Ecosystem Management and Sustainability
Studies related to this topic include:
Sustainable ecosystem management; Natural resource management; Ecosystem services; Environmental monitoring; Restoration ecology; Conservation-based development.
