The need for a conceptual synthesis to address systemic limitations in existing coastal adaptation practices
Research gap analysis derived from 4 earth_science papers in our local library.
The gap
The paper identifies the need for a conceptual synthesis to address systemic limitations in existing coastal adaptation practices. It highlights the gap between awareness of climate risks and practical implementation of adaptation measures.
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Sourced from the future-work section and stated research gap of the source papers, classified as general, spanning 4 journals.
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Supporting evidence — 4 representative gaps
- Geospatial analysis of the multidecadal and seasonal evolution of Sidi Rbat beach, Morocco, using GIS, topographic surveys, and digital elevation models (2026) · Environmental & Socio-economic Studies · doi
Further studies can investigate the impacts of climate change on the beach's evolution. Research can focus on developing sustainable coastal development strategies. The study's findings can be applied to other beaches along the Moroccan Atlantic coast.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 5/5Keywords: further studies investigate impacts climate change beach evolution - GEOINFORMATION SUPPORT FOR COASTAL CLIMATE HAZARD ASSESSMENT IN THE EU INTERREG NEXT MOREADAPTBSB PROJECT (2026) · Technogenic and Ecological Safety · doi
The lack of a reliable, structured, and spatially referenced information base for adaptation to climate hazards. The need for a comprehensive approach to geoinformation support for assessing the climate vulnerability of coastal and urban ecosystems.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: lack reliable structured spatially referenced information base adaptation - A three-dimensional framework for analyzing transformative capacity in coastal adaptation: embeddedness, influence and reproduction (2026) · Frontiers in Marine Science · doi
The paper identifies the need for a conceptual synthesis to address systemic limitations in existing coastal adaptation practices. It highlights the gap between awareness of climate risks and practical implementation of adaptation measures.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: paper identifies need conceptual synthesis address systemic limitations - Climate-induced coastal hazards, impacts and adaptation strategies in Global South countries: a review (2026) · Discover Environment · doi
Further research is needed to develop effective adaptation strategies. Studies should investigate the vulnerability of coastal ecosystems to climate-induced hazards. Research should focus on the development of comprehensive assessments of the impacts of climate-induced coastal hazards.
generalfuture-work sectionevidence 3/5Keywords: further research needed develop effective adaptation strategies studies
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