Journal of People Plants Environment

Technical Report

October 31, 2024

IUCN's Application of Cluster Analysis to Usage Classification Areas in Korean protected areas: Based on Gangwon Province

Sangmyung Lee, Sung-Ho Kil

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):343-356.

Background and objective: Protected areas in South Korea are currently designated by different ministries for similar purposes, causing overlapping management and conflicts of interest. Moreover, protected areas after designation have...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

Multi-stakeholder Governance Toward Mitigating Marine Plastic Waste in Hoi An Coastal City, Vietnam

Pham Thi Bich Ngoc, Le Hoang Nghia, Nguyen Duc Tuan

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):357-369.

Background and objective: Marine plastic waste is a pressing environmental issue that requires coordinated efforts across various stakeholders to mitigate its impacts effectively. This research examines the multi-stakeholder governance approach...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

A Meta-analysis of Horticultural Therapy Programs for Older Adults with Dementia

Sujeong Lee, Jonghyuck Kim, Sukyoung Yun

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):371-378.

Background and objective: This study analyzed the effect size of each element to secure the expertise of horticultural therapy programs for older adults with dementia. Methods: This study conducted a meta-analysis...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

Development of an Optimized Accident Prediction Model for Construction Safety Using Big Data Analysis

Jun-Kue Heo, Chang-Hak Kim

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):379-391.

Background and objective: The objective of this study was to develop an intuitive accident prediction model that can be readily applied at construction sites to effectively reduce the incidence of...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

Possibility of Integrated Planning for Parks, Greenbelts and Street Space in South Korea

Kani Park, Seungbin Choi, Youngju Shim, et al.

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):393-408.

Background and objective: Planning for parks and greenbelts is crucial in public housing district plans. This study was conducted to explore the possibility of expanding parks and greenbelts by adjusting...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

An Analysis of Visitor Behaviors and Satisfaction in Urban Forests: Focused on Major Forests in Incheon

Yun Eu Choi, Ga Eun Choi, Young-Jo Yun

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):409-425.

Background and objective: Urban forests have increasingly integrated recreational and welfare facilities to enhance the quality of life for urban residents. This study explores the behaviors, perceptions, and satisfaction of...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

Does Regular Nature Exposure Benefit Environmentally Engaged Students? Effects of Botanical Garden Walks on Psychological and Behavioral Outcomes

Seunguk Shin, Hye-Jung Cho, Jang-Hwan Jo

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):427-435.

Background and objective: The psychological and behavioral benefits of nature have been widely documented; yet less is known about whether these benefits are salient among environmentally engaged groups. This study...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

The Complex Nature of Ecotourist Experience and its Relationship with Pro-Environmental behavior in a National Park

Byunggook Kim

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):437-448.

Background and objective: Despite the increase in the number of studies related to visitor experiences and behavior in ecotourism and outdoor recreation settings, little empirical research has concentrated on how...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

An analysis of Psychophysiological Responses in the Prefrontal Cortex Depending on the Use of Universal Tools and Traditional Methods During Agricultural Activities by Individuals With Physical Disabilities Using Mobility Aids

Seo-Hyun Kim, Mi-Sook Jeong, Ri Su Kim, et al.

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):449-458.

Background and objective: Physical disabilities are significant and permanent limitations in physical capabilities, which make routine tasks and participation in various activities increasingly difficult. This study aimed to investigate the...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

Predicting Changes in Potential Habitats of an Endemic Plant Species under SSP Scenarios: A Case Study of Eranthis byunsanensis

Ji Seon Lee, Jun Woo Kim, Seung Gyu Jeong, et al.

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):459-470.

Background and objective: Climate change significantly impacts the growth environments of organisms that have adapted to natural environments. Endemic plants, which are native to specific regions, are particularly vulnerable to...

Research Paper

October 31, 2024

A Study on Health Diagnosis of Zelkova serrata (Thunb.) Makino Using Hyperspectral Technique

Han Sung Park, Jae Yong Lee

J. People Plants Environ. 2024;27(5):471-482.

Background and objective: Health diagnosis is essential for large, old trees that are designated and protected by the Act on the Preservation and Utilization of Natural Heritage and the Forest...