Systematic Literature Review of Karst Ecosystems in a Changing Climate

• Annisa Lililarasati Asmararum

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Herani Tri Wahyuni

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Diah Sekar Sukmadewi

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Hanivah Whita

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Diajeng Pramita Paramasasi

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Septiono Eko Bawono

  Universitas Gunung Kidul

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• Sugiyanto Sugiyanto

  Sekolah Tinggi Pembangunan Masyarakat Desa APMD

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Karst ecosystems possess unique hydrological and ecological characteristics but remain highly vulnerable to environmental degradation. Despite growing research, the integration of physical, chemical, and biological domains often remains fragmented. This study aims to map the global research landscape of karst ecosystems through bibliometric analysis to identify key trends, interdisciplinary connectivity, and research gaps for future development. A quantitative methodology was employed using VOSviewer for visual mapping analysis. Data were categorized into four primary clusters based on keyword co-occurrence and node centrality: Green (Hydrogeochemistry), Red (Terrestrial Ecology), Yellow (Physical Geomorphology), and Blue (Strategic Modeling).Analysis identifies "Karst" as the central node bridging biology, chemistry, and geology. Results reveal a strong correlation between groundwater availability and environmental health, alongside the significant impact of climate change on soil erosion and ecosystem degradation. Current research is heavily focused on European regions. This study concludes that a transition toward Deep Learning methodologies, expansion into tropical karst regions (e.g., Southeast Asia), and the integration of physical sciences with the governance of ecosystem services and world heritage are essential for future advancement.

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