Utilizing comparable datasets for China, Nigeria and India this paper examines the evolution of national urban systems under conditions of rapid urbanization. In doing so, it scrutinizes three key dynamics: the spatial distribution of cities, the rate of growth by city size class and the size ...
Today, Chandigarh is celebrated as one of the best-planned cities in India, renowned for its green spaces, urban design, and high quality of life. However, it also faces challenges typical of urban centers, such as population pressure and infrastructure demands. Despite these, Chandigarh remains ...
Additionally, larger-bodied species were most negatively impacted by urbanization across North America. Our results suggest that shifting climate conditions could worsen the effects of urbanization on native wildlife communities, such that conservation strategies should seek to mitigate the combined effects ...
The iGaming industry in India has witnessed unprecedented growth in the last few years. With a projected market size of $7.24 billion by 2029, India’s iGaming industry is among the leading players in the global market. India, according to research, has around 442 million active gamers, maki...
The spatial integration and coordinated industrial development of urban agglomerations in the Yangtze River Economic Belt, China. Cities, 104: 102801. doi: 10.1016/j.cities.2020.102801. Google Scholar [39] Lyu L, Sun F X, Huang R, 2019. Innovation-based urbanization: evidence from 270 ...
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In recent years, climate change and fast, extensive urbanization have resulted in significant changes in the geographical distribution of blue-green spaces and CS patterns in Wuhan. These reforms have had a substantial influence on the seamless growth of green and high-quality development along the ...
The global population is experiencing exponential growth, resulting in a substantial increase in urbanization and subsequent urban expansion. This uncontrolled expansion, often termed urban sprawl, poses significant challenges to sustainable urban development. Understanding the importance of this concern, obtain...
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This is an important research gap, because in developing countries the level of urbanization is low and transport improvement can ignite the emergence of new cities and the distribution of cities can shape regional economic development patterns. In this context, this paper looks at the case of ...