Investigating the Impact of Urbanization on Native Plant Biodiversity and Ecosystem Resilience

1. Introduction 2. Urbanization and Its Drivers 2.1 Definition of Urbanization 2.2 Historical Context of Urban Development 2.3 Economic and Social Drivers 3. Urbanization Effects on Biodiversity 3.1 Loss of Habitat 3.2 Fragmentation of Ecosystems 3.3 Introduction of Non-native Species 4. Native Plant Biodiversity in Urban Areas 4.1 Species Richness and Composition 4.2 Urban-Adapted Native Species 4.3 Conservation Efforts and Programs 5. Ecosystem Resilience to Urbanization 5.1 Definition and Metrics of Resilience 5.2 Role of Native Plants 5.3 Restoration and Management Strategies 6. Case Studies of Urban Impact 6.1 Urbanization in Tropical Regions 6.2 Temperate Urban Ecosystems 6.3 Comparative Analysis Across Cities 7. Policy and Planning for Urban Biodiversity 7.1 Urban Green Space Design 7.2 Policy Frameworks for Biodiversity 7.3 Community Involvement and Education 8. Future Directions and Research Needs 8.1 Monitoring Techniques and Technologies 8.2 Predictive Models of Urban Impact 8.3 Cross-disciplinary Research Opportunities