Volume 21 (2023)
Volume 20 (2022-2023)
Volume 19 (2021-2022)
Volume 18 (2020-2021)
Volume 17 (2019-2020)
Volume 16 (2018-2019)
Volume 14 (2016-2017)
Volume 13 (2015-2016)
Volume 12 (2014-2015)
Volume 11 (2013-2014)
Volume 10 (2012-2013)
Volume 9 (2011-2012)
Volume 8 (2010-2011)
Volume 7 (2009-2010)
Volume 6 (2008-2009)
Volume 5 (2007-2008)
Volume 4 (2006-2007)
Volume 3 (2005-2006)
Volume 2 (2004-2005)
Volume 1 (2003-2004)
Original Article
Challenges in setting the environmental agenda in Iran

Maryam Esmaeili Fard; Human Liaghati; Ahmad Saie; Hamidreza Malek Mohammadi

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 1-18

Abstract
  Introduction: Despite the history of legislative measures in the field of the environment of Iran, the environmental situation of the country based on “the Environmental Performance Index”, “the Global Footprint Network” and “the World Bank” is significantly different ...  Read More

Original Article
Determining of trend variation in quality parameters of Shabestar plain underground water

Mehdi Panahi; Farhad Misaqi; Farid Ghanbari

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 19-38

Abstract
   Introduction: Groundwater has long been the most ´trusted water source of human beings that is used in the agricultural and drinking sectors. In order to be aware of water condition and its optimized management, it is necessary to carefully examine groundwater level fluctuations and groundwater ...  Read More

Original Article
Reducing the supply and demand gap for orchard products emphasizing the sustainability of Iran's water resources

Fahimeh Bahrami; Momadreza Nazari

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 39-54

Abstract
  Introduction: Policies and plans for water resources management, especially in the agricultural sector, are aimed at achieving goals such as increasing the level of self-sufficiency, reducing gaps in food, reducing crop cultivation and maximizing the economic value of irrigation water. The main objective ...  Read More

Original Article
Ecological-environmental consequences of urban sprawl in rural settlements around the Hamedan city

Naser Shafiei Sabet; Sogand Khaksar

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 55-74

Abstract
  Introduction: Imposition by cities of new roles and functions on peripheral areas has provoked economic, social and spatial disturbances in those areas (Shafiei Sabet & Bozorgniya, 2013). In this regard, major global trends that have fuelled competition over land have also contributed to the development ...  Read More

Original Article
Ant’s faunistic investigation (Hymenoptera:Formicidae) in Shiraz vicinity

Roshanak Torabi; Shahrokh Pashaei Rad; Mohammad Reza Shokri

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 75-92

Abstract
  Introduction: Ants are the most well-known social insects that have a significant impact on the ecosystems of their habitat. The role of these insects in the physical and chemical changes of the soil and their interaction with plants, microorganisms and other living organisms is undeniable. Iran with ...  Read More

Original Article
Investigation of plant functional diversity based on functional groups identification within the safe areas of the Ghamishloo National Park, Isfahan province

Hamid Reza Akkafi; Hamid Ejtehadi; Adel Sepehry

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 93-108

Abstract
  Introduction: Study of functional and species diversity plays an important role in recognizing ecosystem function and services and is shown the type of response to environmental changes. Functional diversity refers to range and values of organism traits that affects ecosystems properties and is introduced ...  Read More

Original Article
Sodium nitroprusside elevation of the zinc phytoremediation potential in safflower roots

Shahram Namdjoyan; Hossein Kermanian; Ali Abolhasani Soorki; Sedigheh Modarres Tabatabaei; Nazli Elyasi

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 109-122

Abstract
  Introduction: It was shown that the use of signaling molecules like nitric oxide donor sodium nitroprusside (SNP) can elevate phytoremediation potential of some plant species. The aim of the study is to reveal the effect of SNP on the enhancement of the phytoremediation potential and physiological responses ...  Read More

Original Article
Assessment of carbon sequestration and its economic value in Iranian oak forests: case study Bisetoon protected area

Mohammad Yousefi; Mahmud khoramivafa; Abdolmajid Mahdavi Damghani; Gholamreza Mohammadi; Ali Beheshti Alagha

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 123-134

Abstract
  Introduction: Greenhouse gas emission and distractive environmental crisis such as global warming and change climate was occurred by human activation in natural ecosystems in this century. Due to this problem carbon sequestration is a win-win approach to purpose reducing of distractive human activation ...  Read More

Original Article
Land use changes and unsustainable development in the southern ranges of the Alborz ecosystem(case study: Darabad watershed

Razieh Barjandi; Hassan Esmaeilzadeh; Romina Sayyahnia

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 135-152

Abstract
  Introduction: Development of buildings and the widespread usage of the southern ranges of the Alborz ecosystem and Darabad watershed have led to unsustainable growth in this region such that continuation of this situation will destroy this ecosystem. The aim of this research is to identify unsustainable ...  Read More

Original Article
Evaluation and estimation of changes in water quality using zoning map and researchers-developed software (case study: Pir-Bazar river)

Majid Homami; Seyed Ahmad Mirbagheri; Seyed Mehdi Borghei; Madjid Abbaspour

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 153-172

Abstract
  Introduction: Rivers are among the major water resources and important and vulnerable inland ecosystems (Hayatolgheib et al., 2016). Today, the quality of such water resources has been threatened due to the irregular consumption of water and pollution of rivers by unnatural and human resources (Li et ...  Read More

Original Article
Phytoremediation potential of two species Brassica juncea and Brassica carinata in soils contaminated by cadmium

Zahra Soleimannejad; Ahmad Abdolzadeh; Hamidreza Sadeghipour

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 173-186

Abstract
  Introduction: Heavy metals are one of the most important environmental pollutants that have been highly regarded in recent decades. The accumulation of elements in the soil, especially in agricultural land, has been gradual and the concentration of heavy elements can reach to the level that threaten ...  Read More

Original Article
Soil quality assessment of a Semi-arid region using fuzzy logic and analytic hierarchy process technique: case study of Semnan Province's Telobin

Azar Fariabi; Hamidreza Matinfar

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 187-202

Abstract
  Introduction: Soil quality is considered to be one of the important indicators of sustainable agriculture and the environment. Based on sustainable agriculture goals and environmental protection, soil quality is defined the capacity of a specific kind of soil in  sustaining plant and animal productivity, ...  Read More

Original Article
Vulnerability assessment for reducing risk of environmental hazards based on ecosystem services: Case of Alborz Province

Naser Moghadasi; Sharareh Pourebrahim; Hosein Azarnivand

Volume 15, Issue 3 , October 2017, Pages 203-220

Abstract
  Introduction: The comprehensive identification of hazard risks in order to protect against them is one of the main steps in environmental management. Given the importance of environmental impact assessment in sustainable development, the development of a comprehensive system consisting of effective ...  Read More