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Lidar-derived canopy architecture predicts brown creeper occupancy of two western coniferous forests

Creator:: Vogeler, Jody C., Hudak, Andrew T., Vierling, Lee A., and Vierling, Kerri T.
Abstract:: In western conifer-dominated forests where the abundance of old-growth stands is decreasing, species such as the Brown Creeper (Certhia americana) may be useful as indicator species for monitoring the health of old-growth systems because they are strongly associated with habitat characteristics associated with old growth and are especially sensitive to...
Resource Type:: Article
Full Text:: distri- bution in the landscape (Shinneman and Baker 1997, Morris 2003), it is likely that maps of

Modeling the Economic Potential of Silvopasture in Eastern North Carolina and Northeastern Oregon and Exploring Eligibility of Silvopasture to Enroll in Carbon Markets in the United States

Creator:: Bruck, Sonia Rose
Abstract:: Silvopasture is the planned and managed agroforestry system in which forage, livestock, and trees or shrubs are integrated in order to enhance individual components. Silvopasture has been identified as the most promising agroforestry system for the Pacific Northwest and Southeast United States. However, there have been few studies describing the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: at Oregon State University, including Steve Bowers, Rick Wagner, Jamie Knight, Leticia Varelas

Limitations to Seedling Regeneration on Tropical Forest Restoration Plantations in Northern Thailand

Creator:: Sangsupan, Hathai A.
Abstract:: This dissertation investigated potential ecological limitations to seedling regeneration in young, seasonally dry, evergreen forest restoration plantations in northern Thailand. We explored whether recruitment of colonizing tree species in the restoration plantations can be attributed to seed dispersal mode (i.e. abiotic or animal dispersal) and seed size. We did this...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Jeerawan Tepjunta, the Harris family (Rick, Chaeng, Peter, and Paul), Wannapa Reongjareonsook, and

Management Strategies for Small, Structurally Diverse & Income-Generating Forests

Creator:: Geisel, Julian
Abstract:: Parcellization of the rural landscape threatens the provision of social, ecological and economic benefits to society due to loss of economies of scale. A continued provision requires new approaches to forest management for multiple, interconnected goals. I used interviews, archival records and field measurements to learn how select, experienced owners...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Scholarship, the Rick Dilworth Fund and the Waring travel grant helped me finance my education. Further

Approaches for Characterizing Plant Physiological Responses to Environmental Stress

Creator:: Marias, Danielle E.
Abstract:: It is uncertain how predicted changes in climate will impact vegetation responses and plant species’ distributions because the physiological mechanisms underlying thresholds for damage are not well understood, and responses to stress vary by functional type and developmental stage. Thus, it is crucial to investigate physiological responses to heat and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: people for their support and encouragement throughout my PhD journey. First and foremost, I thank Rick

Impacts of Swiss needle cast on Douglas-fir tree-ring stable isotopes and tree carbohydrate reserves

Creator:: Saffell, Brandy J.
Abstract:: Understanding the mechanisms of disease in forest pathology is a critical component to learning how to most efficiently manage tree diseases like Swiss needle cast (SNC). SNC is an economically important, fungal disease of Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii [Mirb.] Franco) that is prevalent in coastal areas of the Pacific Northwest. This...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: would like to thank my brilliant advisor, Dr. Rick Meinzer, for his encouragement and advocacy, and

Stem sapwood water transport and storage strategies in three conifers from contrasting climates

Creator:: Barnard, David M.
Abstract:: The state of Oregon has two distinct climate types bisected by the crest of the Cascade Mountain range. The western side of the Cascades experiences high levels of precipitation and mild temperatures due to the maritime influence of the Pacific Ocean, while the eastern side lies in the rain shadow...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Lachenbruch and Dr. Rick Meinzer were invaluable in comments, guidance and support throughout the course of

Forest Decentralization in Ghana: Examining Empowerment of Local Institutions

Creator:: Mawutor, Samuel M.
Abstract:: Decentralizing resource control for community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) is a widely promoted scheme for natural resource governance worldwide. Researchers and policymakers have suggested that this approach has the potential to achieve positive social outcomes and succeed where centralized resource conservation has been inadequate. In reality, the powers transferred are...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: (Murphree, 2006; Agyare, Murray, Dearden & Richard Rollins, 2015; Baruah, 2015, 2017; Baker, Murray

Contemporary regional forest dynamics in the Pacific Northwest

Creator:: Reilly, Matthew J. (Matthew Justin), 1975-
Abstract:: Recent climatic warming trends and increases in the frequency and extent of wildfires have prompted much concern regarding the potential for rapid change in the structure and function of forested ecosystems around the world. Episodes of mortality in wildfires and insect outbreaks associated with drought have affected large areas and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Briggs, Mindy Crandall, Shawn Duggan, Chris Dunn, Rick Flacco, Margaret Hamilton, James Johnston, Kelly

Causes and implications of the correlation between forest productivity and tree mortality rates

Creator:: Stephenson, Nathan L., van Mantgem, Phillip J., Bunn, Andrew G., Bruner, Howard, Harmon, Mark E., O'Connell, Kari B., Urban, Dean L., and Franklin, Jerry F.
Abstract:: At global and regional scales, tree mortality rates are positively correlated with forest net primary productivity (NPP). Yet causes of the correlation are unknown, in spite of potentially profound implications for our understanding of environmental controls of forest structure and dynamics and, more generally, our understanding of broad-scale environmental controls...
Resource Type:: Article

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Lidar-derived canopy architecture predicts brown creeper occupancy of two western coniferous forests

Modeling the Economic Potential of Silvopasture in Eastern North Carolina and Northeastern Oregon and Exploring Eligibility of Silvopasture to Enroll in Carbon Markets in the United States

Limitations to Seedling Regeneration on Tropical Forest Restoration Plantations in Northern Thailand

Management Strategies for Small, Structurally Diverse & Income-Generating Forests

Approaches for Characterizing Plant Physiological Responses to Environmental Stress

Impacts of Swiss needle cast on Douglas-fir tree-ring stable isotopes and tree carbohydrate reserves

Stem sapwood water transport and storage strategies in three conifers from contrasting climates

Forest Decentralization in Ghana: Examining Empowerment of Local Institutions

Contemporary regional forest dynamics in the Pacific Northwest

Causes and implications of the correlation between forest productivity and tree mortality rates

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