UBC Forestry
Global wildlife study during COVID-19 shows rural animals are more sensitive to human activity
One of the largest studies on wildlife activity—involving more than 220 researchers, 163 mammal species and 5,000 camera traps worldwide—reveals that wild animals react differently to humans depending on where the animals live and what they eat.
Jennifer Grenz, Veronica Lo, and Juliet Lu Receive SSHRC Insight Development Grants
On behalf of UBC Forestry, congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Grenz, Veronica Lo, and Dr. Juliet Lu for receiving SSHRC Insight Development Grants.
Feng Jiang Canadian Research Chair Renewal
UBC Forestry wishes to congratulate Dr. Feng Jiang on the renewal of his Canada Research Chair Position in Sustainable Functional Biomaterials.
Bringing forest therapy indoors can improve your health
Unlock the healing powers of nature. Discover the ancient practice of “forest bathing” and its modern-day scientific benefits explored by UBC Forestry researchers.
Research Publications: February 2024
Discover the cutting-edge research shaping the future of forestry!
Global contest aims to predict peak bloom dates for cherry blossoms
For the third year in a row, Dr. Elizabeth Wolkovich, a professor in the department of forest and conservation sciences at UBC, is inviting citizens worldwide to predict the peak bloom dates of cherry blossoms and win prizes.
Kea Rutherford receives Faculty of Forestry Best Master’s Thesis Award for 2023
UBC Forestry would like to congratulate Kea Rutherford on receiving the Faculty of Forestry Best Master’s Thesis Award for 2023.
Alumni Profile: Shalom Addo-Danso
Meet Shalom Addo-Danso. UBC Forestry Alumnus and a leader in research advancement, Shalom’s work is informing national forest policy and shepherding the next generation of ecologists, especially those in Africa.
Notes from the Field: Volume 2
UBC Forestry’s new “Notes from the Field” series highlights the work of different community forests in collaboration with the British Columbia Community Forests Association.