본 연구는 대학로 공연생태계에서 대·중극장이 수행해온 네트워크 허 브로서의 역할 변화를 분석하였다. 과거 대학로는 창작 인력이 자유롭게 순환하며 장르 간 교류가 활발히 이루어지는 열린 생태계로 기능했으나, 최근에는 상업적 대극장 중심 구조와 중극장의 한정된 운영 범위로 인해 이러한 순환성이 크게 약화되었다. 특히 대극장은 자본 집약적 작품을 중심으로 독점적 위치를 강화하며 소수 장르에 집중하고, 중극장은 독립 창작집단의 실험적 시도를 담아내기에는 점차 제약을 받고 있다. 이러한 구조적 변화는 창작 인력의 이동 경로를 제한하고, 장르 간 융합이나 새 로운 공연 형식의 실험을 위축시키는 결과를 초래하였다. 따라서 대학로 공연생태계는 과거의 다층적 네트워크 구조에서 점차 위계적이고 폐쇄적 인 체계로 재편되고 있으며, 이는 한국 공연문화의 다양성과 지속 가능 성에 심대한 영향을 미친다. 본 연구는 이러한 변화의 문화적 함의를 조 명하며, 향후 공연예술 생태계의 균형 발전을 위한 제도적·정책적 지원 필요성을 제기한다.

한강지류 왕숙천의 어류군집과 하천수생태계 건강성 특징을 밝히기 위해 2021년 5월부터 9월까지 26개 지점을 선정하여 2회 조사하였다. 조사기간 채집된 어류는 10과 36종 6,618개체였다. 출현종 중 우점종은 피라미(상대풍도도, 36.7%), 아우점종은 버들치(20.3%)였고, 그 다음으로 참갈겨니(19.1%), 누치(4.4%), 밀어(3.1%), 돌고기(2.1%), 납자 루(1.9%), 붕어(1.6%), 참마자(1.5%) 등의 순으로 우세하게 출현하였다. 법정보호종은 환경부지정 멸종위기 야생생물 II급인 둑중개 1종이 확인되었으며, 한국고유종은 12종이 확인되어 고유화율은 33.3%였고, 회유성 어류(양측회유성 어류)는 은어 1종, 기후변화민감종은 둑중개 1종, 외래어종은 생태계교란 생물로 지정된 배스 1종이 확인되었다. 어류군집을 분석한 결과, 환경요인에 따른 종의 분포도는 일차적으로 상류에서 하류로 이어지는 유폭과 고도, 하천차 수, 하천경사도 등의 종적인 요인과 이차적으로 하상의 종류(큰돌, 돌, 자갈, 모래), 그리고 수질과 하천에 설치된 보(어도) 등의 요인에 영향을 받고 있었다. 군집분석은 상류에서 하류로 갈수록 우점도는 낮아지고 다양도와 풍부도는 높아지는 경향을 보였으며, 군집구조는 크게 최상류, 중·상류, 하류로 구분되었다. 하천수생태계 건강성(FAI)과 수질은 비교적 양호하였고 상류에서 하류로 갈수록 나빠지는 경향을 보였으며, 하천건강성은 매우 좋음(A) 9개 지점, 좋음(B) 8개 지점, 보통(C) 8개 지점, 나쁨(D) 1개 지점으로, 수질은 좋음(Ib) 3개 지점, 약간 좋음(II) 2개 지점, 보통(Ⅲ) 2개 지점으로 평가되었다. 그러나 하천공사와 낮은 어도 설치율, 수질오염, 생태계교란생물 배스 등의 교란 요인이 확인되었다. 따라서 왕숙천의 안정적인 어류의 서식을 위해서는 무분별한 하천공사를 지양해야 하고 보에 어류의 이동이 가능한 어도 설치가 필요하며 하류부의 수질 개선 및 생태계교란 생물 배스의 확산을 방지할 수 있는 관리방안 이 요구되었다.

This study structurally analyzes the algorithmic filtering process by which generative AI images are either selected or discarded before reaching users, and models this process through a visual similarity–based simulation. Images generated by Stable Diffusion are placed on a two-dimensional grid, and a modified version of Conway’s Game of Life algorithm is applied to update the state of each cell. The survival of each cell is determined based on a hybrid visual similarity metric combining CLIP and LPIPS. To prevent the rigidity of the simulation and sustain emergent dynamics, random image injections are periodically introduced. The simulation results reveal that visually similar images repeatedly form clusters, and a visual order gradually converges toward a structurally stabilized state. This suggests that specific visual orders can emerge solely from algorithmic selection criteria, independent of human interpretation. By shifting focus from semantic or symbolic analysis to the experimental conditions for the existence and persistence of images, this study proposes a new analytical perspective for understanding digital image environments.

Lakes and reservoirs represent key freshwater ecosystems that host diverse aquatic organisms and perform essential functions such as water cycling, nutrient retention, and ecosystem service provision. Due to their semi-closed hydrological structure and limited inflow-outflow dynamics, lakes exhibit complex biological communities shaped by regional climate, topography, and land use. However, these ecosystems are increasingly exposed to multifactorial stressors-including climate change, urbanization, nutrient enrichment, and invasive species-that are causing significant structural and functional shifts in aquatic biodiversity. This review provides an integrative overview of (1) the structural and ecological characteristics of lake ecosystems and the primary drivers of biodiversity alteration, (2) the ecological functions and bioindicator potential of key organism groups including phytoplankton, zooplankton, aquatic macrophytes, benthic macroinvertebrates, and fish, and (3) the emerging role of environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding in lake biodiversity monitoring. We highlight both the technical principles and challenges of eDNA analysis and discuss its potential to complement traditional survey methods for the development of integrated ecosystem health assessments. Positioned at the forefront of the 2025 special issue of Ecology and Environment, this article establishes a conceptual and methodological foundation for a national-scale freshwater biodiversity monitoring framework in Korean lakes.

자연환경은 인간의 삶과 밀접하게 연결되어 있으며, 다양한 형태로 혜택을 제공한다. 인간은 생태계로부터 직·간접적 인 혜택을 받는데, 이를 정량적으로 평가한 개념을 생태계서비스라고 한다. 본 연구는 산림유전자원보호구역, 습지보호 지역과 독특한 미기후현상으로 인해 북방계 및 고산식물이 잔존하여 보호 가치가 높은 풍혈지까지 3가지 유형을 대상으 로 생태계서비스를 평가하였다. 서식지질(Habitat Quality) 및 탄소저장량(Carbon)을 InVEST 모델을 활용하여 정량적 으로 분석하였으며, 연구 대상지는 산림유전자원보호구역(가지산, 불모산, 가덕도), 습지보호지역(사자평, 신불산, 화엄 늪), 풍혈지(밀양 얼음골, 의성 빙계계곡, 함화산) 총 9개 지역으로 선정하였다. 서식지질 분석 결과, 전체 평균은 0.83으로 나타났으며, 보호지역 내부의 서식지질이 외부보다 전반적으로 높았지만, 사자평 고산습지의 경우 억새군락지 로 인해 인공초지가 포함되어 내부가 서식지질이 더 낮게 나타났다. 또한, 서식지질이 높을수록 대상지 면적이 증가하 며, 위협 수준이 감소하는 경향이 나타났다. 이는 인위적 간섭과 개발이 위협요인과 직결되며, 서식지질 저하와 대상지 의 면적이 밀접한 연관이 있음을 확인하였다. 탄소저장량 분석에서는 김해 불모산이 가장 높은 값을 보였으며, 의성 빙계계곡이 가장 낮은 값을 기록하였다. 대상지 면적이 클수록 탄소저장량이 높은 경향을 보였으며, 탄소저장량 구성 비율에서는 지상부 바이오매스가 가장 큰 비중을 차지하였다. 탄소저장량 변화를 살펴보았을 때, 사자평 고산습지가 가장 크게 감소하였는데, 인간의 간섭과 개발이 토지유형 변화에 영향을 미친 것으로 판단된다. 본 연구는 산림생물다양 성 특정지역의 중요성을 정량적으로 평가함으로써 보호전략 수립에 필요한 과학적 근거를 제공하는 데 기여할 수 있다. 특히, 보호지역 후보지인 풍혈지에 대해 생태계서비스를 평가하여 향후 OECM 지정 가능성을 검토하는 기초 자료로 활용될 수 있으며, 보호지역의 다양성과 특수성을 고려한 맞춤형 보전 정책 수립에도 유용한 정보를 제공할 것으로 기대된다.

Invasive species compete with native species and damage ecosystems. Due to their limited resources, island ecosystems are vulnerable to impacts of invasive species. In the Deokjeok archipelago, South Korea, invasive sika deer (Cervus nippon ssp. taiouanus) introduced for economic purposes are causing harm through severe browsing. This study aimed to evaluate long-term browsing impacts of invasive deer by tracking vegetation index changes from 1986 to 2020 with Landsat satellite imagery and the LandTrendr algorithm. We compared vegetation index trend using Sen’s slope and Disturbance/Recovery area ratio (D/R ratio) between Gureop-do, where these deer were introduced with rapid population increase, and Deokjeok-do, Baega-do, and Mungapdo where these deer have not been introduced yet. Results showed a decreasing trend of the vegetation index in Gureop-do, while other islands without those deer increased. The cumulative D/R ratio on Gureop-do was 212.44%, meaning that disturbance exceeded the recovery area more than two-fold. In contrast, the D/R ratios for other islands remained under 50%. Sen’s slope and t-test showed a significant decrease of NDVI in Gureop-do after deer introduction in 2000. By quantifying the browsing impact of invasive ungulates in island ecosystems using satellite imagery, time and costeffective strategies for invasive species monitoring are provided.

Ecological indicators are tools used to evaluate the state of specific environments by monitoring the ecological characteristics and changes of organisms, and they are widely utilized in environmental monitoring and management. Such indicators should be sensitive to environmental changes, maintain long-term stability, and be easy to investigate and analyze. This study aimed to evaluate whether the spraint density of the Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra) can monitor the state and changes in river ecosystems. Using spraint density data over nine years (2014~2024), we analyzed temporal and spatial changes in otter distribution. Generalized Additive Models were applied to assess annual variability, and spatial clustering and distribution changes were examined using Hotspot Analysis and Geo-SOM (Geo-Self-Organizing Map). The results indicated stable spraint density trends in most sub-watersheds, with higher variability in developed areas. This study highlights the potential of spraint density as a cost-effective and simple ecoological indicator for long-term river ecosystem monitoring.

This study used text mining to analyze public interest and research trends related to the Nakdong River. We examined news articles (1990~2024) and academic publications (1960~2024) to understand the evolving relationship between societal concerns and scientific research. Main findings reveal growing public interest towards the Nakdong River, with initial focus on pollution related to the industrial development shifting to large-scale river modification projects and water quality issues. This increased awareness mirrored trends in research, where early emphasis on classic ecology and water quality expanded to include sociocultural, educational aspects and advanced methodologies. The study highlights a dynamic interplay between public discourse and scientific inquiry, with research priorities aligning with societal concerns like water pollution, algal blooms, and biodiversity loss, underscoring the need for integrated, multidisciplinary research that addresses emerging environmental challenges and promotes sustainable management of the Nakdong River ecosystem under climate change and other societal shifts.

This study was conducted for the purpose of systematically identifying research trends in technology transfer and commercialization and setting future research directions in academia. Over a total of 35 years (1987-2021), 146 papers related to technology transfer and commercialization were analyzed for research period, research area, research methods, and research subjects. The research results are as follows. First, the largest number of papers (55) was published during the Park Geun-hye administration. Second, among major academic journals, only the ‘Korea Society for Technology Innovation’ had a relatively high proportion of research. Third, quantitative research (38%) was the most widely applied research method. Fourth, the most frequent research target was institutions/systems (44%). Additionally, the results of frequency analysis of 729 keywords were presented in a word cloud. This study is significant as the most current study that attempted bibliographic analysis of technology transfer and commercialization research papers over the past 35 years.

Considering the negative impact of IUU fishing on fishery resources and fishery management, a revised approach for estimating risks of the ecosystem-based fisheries assessment (EBFA) of Zhang et al. (2011) was developed that incorporates three components of the IUU (illegal, unreported and unregulated) fishing as penalties. In this study, we introduced ways to develop indicators of IUU fishing suitable for the Korean fishery and apply them to ecosystem-based resource assessment. The indicator for the illegal fishing component was set as the fishing without licenses or permits, and that for the unreported fishing component was set as unreported fishing activities. Indicators for the unregulated fishing component were set as fishing operated by illegal fishing gear, illegal fish capture, fishing operations in prohibited fishing area, and fishing with restrict permits. IUU fishing significantly impacts the stock of target species. Therefore, in this study, the influence of IUU fishing is included in the Species Risk Index (SRI) at the species level, and weights are assigned based on the ratio of the stock, as     ․     . The revised ecosystem-based fisheries assessment method, which considers the impact of IUU fishing, was applied to major fisheries on the south coast of Korea. It is necessary to reduce the non-reporting rate through the expansion of the TAC system and improve the accuracy of statistical compilation. To this end, the electronic fishing reporting system, which is being implemented on all vessels in Korean distant water fishing vessels, should be introduced to the coastal and offshore fisheries as well.