Dr. Stephen Sheppard awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal
UBC Forestry wishes to congratulate Dr. Stephen Sheppard on being awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal!
Notes from the Field: Volume 5
This issue of UBC Forestry’s “Notes from the Field” explores strategies like assisted migration, species diversification, and thinning to mitigate climate change impacts on British Columbia’s forests.
UBC Forestry Co-Hosts Successful Young Scientist Forum on Climate Change
The Young Scientist forum explored innovative solutions to climate change, focusing on bamboo’s potential as a nature-based solution.
Harnessing Nature’s Power to Prevent Floods in Canada
We spoke with Dr. Mitchell to learn how natural ecosystems can help shield millions of Canadians from the impacts of flooding.
UBC Forestry at COP29: Advancing Quality and Integrity in Forestry Climate Solutions
PhD student Chunyu Pan and Dr. Guangyu Wang are joining a UBC delegation attending COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Chunyu talks with us about the event they are hosting and nature-based strategies for climate solutions.
Marina Melanidis Awarded UBC Young Alumni Award
UBC Forestry would like to congratulate Marina Melanidis on being awarded UBC’s Young Alumni Award.
An Immersive Experience of Climate Change in the Arctic
UBC Forestry’s Prof. Isla Myers-Smith uses CERC award to continue studying climate change impacts on northern ecosystems, collaborating with Indigenous communities.
Urban Tree Trouble: Insights from Stanley Park Webinar Recording
In this webinar recording, discover how foresters manage green spaces amid climate change and population growth. Learn about Stanley Park, urban challenges, best practices, and the role of residents in landscape decisions.
UBC Forestry at the IUFRO World Congress
UBC Forestry is proud to be sending our largest delegation to date to attend the IUFRO World Congress in Stockholm, Sweden from June 23-29.
UBC research helps migrating salmon survive mortality hot-spot
When Kevin Ryan and the other hardworking volunteers at Mossom Creek Hatchery in Port Moody, B.C. release young coho smolts into the ocean, they’re never quite certain how many will return as adults.