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Code:PRJP0000055
Title:MacArthur Project: Comparative research studies and training for sustainable planning development in Vietnam coastal zo
Institution:Mangrove Ecosystem Research Centre
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Date-commence:1996
Duration:4 years
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Sponsors:MacArthur Foundation
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Objectives:To conduct scientific studies and research for maximizing opportunities for linking conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity resources to socio-economic development planning in the coastal zone of Vietnam. The followings have been considered to fulfill the objective
1). Study the possibility to plant mangroves in artificial conditions (under the influence of humans) including seed sources, soil, planting techniques; 2). Study growth performance, biomass and productivity of different types of planted mangroves in Quang Ninh Province (Northern Vietnam) and Can Gio District (Southern Vietnam); 3). Organize training courses on planning sustainable development of coastal zone, Ninh Binh and Quang Ninh Provinces for local authorities and researchers from Universities and Institutions.
Keywords:
Biology
  Ecological processes
  Growth rates
 
  Flora
  Biodiversity
 
   
  Biomass
Management
  Conservation
  Environmental protection
 
   
  Sustainable use
 
  Values
  Education
 
   
  Socioeconomic
 
   
  Training
Geography
  Country
  Viet Nam
 
  Regions
  West Pacific

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