and fluxes in forest ecosystems on different scales. Main research questions ¶ What is the impact of ... climate change on forest ecosystems? pollution on soil and plants? management on nutrient availability [...] pollution deposition, climate change, carbon dioxide increase and changes in forest management, on forest (ecosystem) health, in both, the short and long run. National and international position The group [...] criteria and indicators for sustainable forest management laid down by the Ministerial Conference on the Protection of Forests in Europe. Projects ¶ Staff ¶ Ecosystem Ecology Mark Anthony Visiting scientist Tito
forest management Abstract: Land-use and climate change are major drivers of global biodiversity loss. As biodiversity at multiple trophic levels is important for multifunctionality of ecosystems, changes [...] systems at 12 managed and unmanaged sites acoss Switzerland, (2) identify food-webs based on already existing stable isotope data, (3) assess and quantify the effects of temperature and management on aquatic [...] impacts on forest ecosystems using experimental microcosms. The main question we aim to address is: How do current and future climatic conditions, forest habitat degradation and management, influence biodiversity
impacts on forest ecosystems using experimental microcosms. The main question we aim to address is: How do current and future climatic conditions, forest habitat degradation and management, influence biodiversity [...] collection for our field experiment investigating how streetlight color affects insect-mediated ecosystem services, specifically plant pollination and insect community composition. This study is part of [...] biodiversity and ecosystem functioning in water filled microcosms worldwide? More information Interested? Please contact Martin Gossner The field season has started! ¶ In March, the insect traps for the Lothar
to global change, from natural forests to managed landscapes and urban environments. Our work supports the sustainable management and protection of ecosystems. In collaboration with our stakeholders, we [...] develop science-based solutions to enhance ecosystem resilience and secure the diverse ecosystem services they provide to society. Mission ¶ We explore ecosystems from the soil to the canopy, from molecules [...] understanding of ecosystems, encompassing both above- and below-ground compartments, their functions, and interactions. We advance fundamental and applied understanding of how trees and ecosystems respond to
vitality are needed in order to develop suitable measures for sustainable management. This will enable forests to provide their ecosystem services in the future, even under changed climatic conditions. Harvesting [...] economy - forest management, timber market, recreational use Roland Olschewski German, English Further information ¶ Links: National forest inventory (NFI) Long-Term Forest Ecosystem Research (LWF) Sanasilva [...] increasingly introducing non-native harmful organisms that can pose a significant threat to the forest ecosystem. Early detection is key to preventing their spread. Other measures can help make forests more adaptable
phenology: beyond climate Yunpeng Luo, RG Ecosystem Ecology 27.06.2023 10:30, Engler-Saal 25' «Integrated Forest Management» - what does it mean? Dr. Frank Krumm, RG Ecosystem Ecology 22.08.2023 10:30, Engler-Saal [...] ETHZ 27.08.2024 10:30, Engler-Saal 25' Multiyear droughts and ecosystem responses – A global look Dr. Liangzhi Chen, Forest Dynamics, Ecosystem Ecology 24.09.2024 8:30, Engler-Saal 25' New approaches for [...] Dr. Jelle Lever, RG Ecosystem Ecology 27.02.2023 10:30, Engler-Saal 25' Soil microbiome diversity across Europe and implications for forest functioning Dr. Mark Anthony, RG Ecosystem Ecology 21.03.2023
forum open to the contribution from all interested collaborators within the RU Forest Resources and Management. It promotes discussions on a range of topics at the interface between current knowledge and the [...] in Forest Modelling ” will explore latest developments in simulating and modelling of forested ecosystems. The program will feature presentations on both established techniques and innovative, emerging [...] dynamics: Insights from the empirical forest model MASSIMO Brigitte Rohner, Forest Resources and Management, Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research, WSL, Switzerland. The empirical
Freyberg, J. (2019) Journal of Hydrology and Hydromechanics, 67 (1): 20-31, doi: 10.2478/johh-2018-0007. Stähli, M. (2017) Hydrological significance of soil frost for pre-alpine areas. Journal of Hydrology, [...] Factors Affecting Water Quality of Small Mountain Catchments. Journal of Hydrology, New Zealand, 9(2), 133-141. Nutrient and forest ecosystem Lian, T., Fatichi, S., Stähli, M., & Bonetti, S. (2025). Assessing [...] Cohen, S., Godbold, D., Lode, E., Pichler, V. and Schleppi, P. (Ed.), Forest management and the water cycle: an ecosystem-based approach, Ecol. Stud., 212, 89-110. Schleppi, P. (2011) Forest and water:
impacts of climate and management on biodiversity and key ecosystem services of the investigated regions, including carbon sequestration (CS) inside and outside the forest ecosystem boundary. The joint effects [...] the coming decades. Therefore, adaptive management strategies are essential to mitigate these effects. We used MASSIMO, an empirical individual-tree management scenario simulation model, to investigate [...] forests are influenced by forest management and timber use. Quantitative studies on carbon sinks in the forest and timber sector show a wide range of forest management and timber use scenarios. They range
Droughts have serious consequences for agriculture, water supply, energy production or natural ecosystems. We are creating the data basis to recognize critical droughts at an early stage and to assess [...] deficit Forest and drought Forest fires From an economic and social perspective, as well as for risk management, early detection of critical drought conditions is essential. The platform of the national early [...] a better understanding of these extremes and their risks, and to finding solutions to mitigate or manage them for the benefit of society. Today's lack of snow is potentially next summer's drought. The SLF
inference, modeling and predictions, October 24 th , 2024 Jeanne Portier from WSL, Forest Resources and Management, presenting: Modelling tree mortality from forest inventory data: which approach for which purpose [...] responding to global changes to foresee how these forests will develop in the future, and to generate management recommendations accordingly. Forest inventory data are often used in such studies as they can provide [...] an annual time scale and the relationship with crown defoliation As part of the Long-term Forest Ecosystem Research (LWF), the condition of tree crowns is monitored on an annual time scale. This makes it
production . Landscapes thus have social, ecological and economic aspects. People, landscape and ecosystems have a reciprocal relationship. We study these interactions and relationships. The landscape is [...] methods. Swiss Landscape Monitoring Program LABES Sustainable development and targeted landscape management require comprehensive monitoring. To this end, the WSL and the FOEN run the Swiss Landscape Monitoring
methods and concepts to evaluate the risk of forest fire, and determine their consequences for ecosystems such as protection forests . Thanks to this measurement data, we now understand better than ever [...] our data and findings available to the public on internet platforms and as apps, so that crisis managers can access the information quickly in an emergency. We also publish leaflets and brochures. Focus
The MountEx project aims to develop guidance and tools for managing spruce-dominated mountain forests under extreme disturbances. By focusing on resilience and management priorities, MountEx is helping stakeholders prepare for unprecedented challenges for these vital ecosystems.
BIOFORMA explores how mountain Norway spruce forests can be sustainably managed under the pressure of climate change in order to preserve their biodiversity and ecosystem functions.
Based on forest roads, forest structures and ecosystem services to be provided, this project will develop new basics for the separation of management and operation units as a planning basis for mountain and permanent forests.
