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This study analyzes the impact of the distribution of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) on the beaches of the Dominican Republic and its relationship with coastal erosion and the dynamics of beach-dune systems. A total of 31 beach-dune systems were compared using 17 qualitative variables to assess the influence of palm trees planted for agricultural or touristic purposes on beach morphology, anthropic occupation, and dynamics. The results indicate that beaches with palm trees planted for touristic purposes exhibit higher compaction, slumping, and erosion, as well as lower resilience in the beach-dune system. These beaches also have a higher presence of tourist complexes, mechanical cleaning, and removal of vegetal debris, which contributes to the alteration of the beach profile and native vegetation. Palm trees can also act as wave flow accelerators, exacerbating sediment loss and increasing the risk of the palms themselves falling, which entails personal risks. It is concluded that the removal of coconut palms and comprehensive beach restoration, including the recovery of dune fronts and associated vegetation, are necessary actions to improve the stability and dynamics of Dominican coasts. Furthermore, the importance of developing planning and management strategies that promote the conservation and restoration of beach-dune systems in touristic and agricultural areas is suggested.
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This study analyzes the sediment loss associated with the removal of Syringodium filiforme berms from 10 beaches in the Dominican Republic. The results show that approximately 63.8% of the removed volume corresponds to interspersed sediment. This type of management has a continuous morphological impact, affecting the stability of the system's sediment balance.
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This study analyzes the evolution of the beach-dune systems in the Balearic Islands from 2000 to 2021, focusing on their geomorphological management.
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This study analyzes geohistorical sources to understand coastal management of Sant Pere Pescador beach in the Gulf of Roses.
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Report analysing the impacts of Storm Isaack on the Catalan coast (6–8 February 2023), using press, social media, municipalities and satellite imagery.
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Geomechanical study that defines and applies geomechanical stations along the Catalan coast to describe lithologies, discontinuities and strength parameters (q_u), GSI and Hoek–Brown mi, with RMR classification, photo record and sampling; includes GIS inventory and 202 station sheets.
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The Gloria storm affected the Catalan coast between January 19th and 23rd, 2020. The study characterizes the wave climate and the prior morphodynamic conditions, compiles the most notable impacts, and proposes the need for a shift in coastal management towards an ecosystem-based approach.
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Methodological report describing models, data and procedures to analyse flooding and erosion along the Catalan coast.
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Report developed under contract H-3/2024 between ICM-CSIC and ICGC that defines an integrated methodology for characterizing the recent sedimentary cover of the Catalan coast. It details protocols from planning and acquisition of high-resolution seismic profiles to the processing and storage of data and samples (surface samples and vibrocores), aiming to obtain reliable, reproducible and high-quality data tailored to the project objectives.
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Report presenting the 3D geological model of the Holocene prism of the Ebro Delta, developed within the LIFE Ebro-Admiclim project, detailing methodology, reconstructed geological units and uses (subsidence, hydrogeology, geotechnics).
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