Zeitz, Jana Friederike

ILS researchers Hannah Brill, Isabel Ramos Lobato, and Nils Hans, together with Miriam Neßler and Heike Hanhörster from TU Berlin, have published an article in the journal sub/urban. This article analyzes the spatial effects of the increasing diversification of migration processes. The focus is on newly forming arrival areas in Europe beyond „traditional“ urban migration centers. Based on a systematic literature review, five central dimensions can be identified that shape the local arrival conditions for newcomers. The article argues for a differentiated view of local arrival contexts in the sense of the „local turn“ in migration research, which takes into account the complex interactions between local and supra-local conditions. https://doi.org/10.36900/suburban.v13i2/3.1027. Further current selected papers can be found here.

ILS researchers Melissa Leimkühler, Kathrin Specht, Chiara Iodice, and Barbara Schröter have published an article in the journal Urban Agriculture & Regional Food Systems. The article examines how Dortmund’s food system can be made sustainable. It focuses on the key actors, their roles and relationships, and the obstacles to transformation. The analysis shows that close cooperation between civil society and local authorities is crucial and that the Dortmund Food Policy Council plays a central networking role. Successful further development requires, above all, better coordination, financing, political participation, visibility, and networking. The results provide concrete impetus for strengthening urban food systems. https://doi.org/10.1002/uar2.70029. Further current selected papers can be found here.

ILS scientists Thomas Weith, Ann-Kristin Koch, and Melissa Leimkühler, together with Julian Gatawis, have published an article in the journal „Geographische Rundschau“. The article examines how urban circular economies can relieve pressure on agricultural systems: climate change, resource scarcity, and land use pressure are increasing the need for sustainable solutions. Wastewater treatment plants offer great potential as a source of nutrients, but existing processes usually focus only on phosphorus. Using NEWtrient® scenarios, the article shows how new concepts can better integrate wastewater treatment plants into nutrient supply in the future. Further current selected papers can be found here.