Analysis of the spatiotemporal evolution of birth rates and influencing factors in the Yangtze River Basin
2024

Analyzing Birth Rates in the Yangtze River Basin

Sample size: 123 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Jiang Xiujuan, Pan Qianhua, Xu Wei, Sun Jingyuan, Chen Sicheng

Primary Institution: Wuhan Institute of Technology

Hypothesis

What are the spatial and temporal characteristics of birth rates in the Yangtze River Basin and what factors influence them?

Conclusion

The study found that various demographic, economic, and social factors significantly influence birth rates in the Yangtze River Basin.

Supporting Evidence

  • In 2023, five regions had birth rates above 7‰, with Tibet having the highest.
  • The study identified three types of birth rate areas with distinct temporal patterns.
  • Factors like aging rate and per capita GDP were found to negatively influence birth rates.

Takeaway

This study looks at how many babies are born in different areas along the Yangtze River and what things like money and education affect those numbers.

Methodology

The study used GIS spatial visualization and bivariate correlation analysis on birth rate data from 2006 to 2023 across 11 regions.

Limitations

The research did not delve into city and county levels, which may overlook local variations.

Participant Demographics

The study covers 11 regions along the Yangtze River Basin, including various provinces and municipalities.

Statistical Information

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pone.0316139

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