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.
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.
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.
Alumni Profile: Yemi Adeyeye
Learn about the exciting and varied career of Dr. Yemi Adeyeye, (PhD(Forestry)’20) in this Black History Month spotlight.
The Kantelberg Trials: Exploring New Frontiers in Forestry
“Discover the future of sustainable forestry with The Kantelberg Trials led by experts Dr. Suzanne Simard and Dr. Dominik Roeser. Explore how selective logging and cutting-edge equipment are revolutionizing forest management, addressing biodiversity and carbon deficits while diversifying forests.
Protecting Líl̓wat Food Sovereignty
Post-doctoral fellow, Tonya Smith discusses her research on the impact of tourism on Líl̓wat First Nation’s traditional territory.
UBC Forestry to launch Centre for Wildfire Coexistence thanks to $5M donation from the Koerner family
UBC Forestry launches Centre for Wildfire Coexistence, exploring proactive wildfire management solutions with cutting-edge wildfire research.
UBC Forestry alum Siobhan Finan recognized as a Corporate Knights Top 30 Under 30
Siobhan is one of only 30 young Canadians to receive a 2023 Top 30 Under 30 designation from the Corporate Knights, a media and research organization focused on the sustainable economy.
Isla Myers-Smith, UBC team and Northern collaborators awarded CERC funding
The Faculty of Forestry wishes to congratulate Professor Isla Myers-Smith and collaborators on being awarded the Canada Excellence Research Chair in global change ecology.