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[A process-based model and simulation system of dynamic change and spatial variation in large-scale terrestrial
Gui-Rui Yu1,2, Li Zhagn1,2,3, Hong-Lin He1,2,3
1Key Laboratory of Ecosystem Network Observation and Modelling, Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China.
Ying Yong Sheng Tai Xue Bao = the Journal of Applied Ecology
|October 19, 2021
Summary
This study reviews terrestrial ecosystem models, highlighting the need for a continental-scale simulator for global change research. It discusses frameworks for dynamic ecosystem modeling and its environmental effects.
Area of Science:
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Computational Modeling
Background:
- Increasing focus on monitoring, assessment, and sustainable management of regional ecological environments.
- Growing need for quantitative methods and numerical simulation techniques in ecosystem modeling.
- Importance of understanding terrestrial ecosystem components, processes, and interactions for global change research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current status and future directions of terrestrial ecosystem models.
- To discuss the conceptual framework for developing a simulation system for large-scale terrestrial ecosystems.
- To provide a reference for constructing a Chinese terrestrial ecosystem numerical simulator.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of terrestrial ecosystem models.
- Discussion of conceptual frameworks for simulation system development.
- Analysis of issues related to function orientation and structure design for simulation systems.
Main Results:
- Identified the need for continental-scale numerical simulators with multi-process coupling and multi-technology integration.
- Outlined a conceptual framework for simulating dynamic changes and spatial variations in large-scale terrestrial ecosystems.
- Discussed fundamental considerations for the design and function of such simulation systems.
Conclusions:
- Developing advanced terrestrial ecosystem models is crucial for understanding and predicting global change impacts.
- A robust simulation system is needed for effective research on ecosystem dynamics and their effects on resources, environment, and disasters.
- The discussed framework and considerations can guide the development of national-level ecosystem simulators.
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