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1. When is a Needle Needless? Wood anatomy researchers study how and why evergreen trees lose their leaves

Creator:: Davis, Caryn
Abstract:: Scientists seek to discover how, when, and why pine needles detach from coniferous trees. Featuring Dr. Barb Gartner.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: at Oregon State University College of Forestry Written by Caryn Davis for the Forestry

2. Barking up the Right Trees: Using an Electronic "Wood Hound" to Track Scented Logs from Forest to Furniture

Creator:: Bernart, Bryan
Abstract:: Scientists seek to create a method of tracking logs from stand to product using scent. In addition to developing the chemicals needed for "aroma tagging," scientists work to create an "electronic nose" to recognize the scents. Featuring Dr. Glen Murphy.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: Notable notes in forest research at Oregon State University

3. Knock on Wood: Using sound waves and infra-red light to see inside logs and trees

Creator:: Bernart, Bryan
Abstract:: Scientists use sound wave techniques as well as NIR (near infra-red light) to determine the stiffness through density of logs. Featuring Dr. Glen Murphy.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: apart? Professor Glen Murphy (Forest Engineering) at the Oregon State University College of Forestry

4. Cruising with a Crystal Ball: Estimating Timber Density with a Wedge Prism

Creator:: Breckel, Carrie
Abstract:: Foresters use a wedge shaped prism to estimate timber density in a stand in a process called variable plot sampling. Featuring Dr. John Bell.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: ! Notable notes in forest research at Oregon State University College of Forestry

5. Ring Research Goes Cellular: Researching wood anatomy, tree rings, and sap flow at the College of Forestry

Creator:: Davis, Caryn
Abstract:: Scientists study tree growth rings and sap flow in an attempt to understand why trees need both juvenile and mature wood. Featuring Dr. Barb Gartner.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: flow at the College of Forestry Notable notes in forest research at Oregon State University College of

6. Now, that's a Wicked Problem: Studying how people with conflicting interests can share the forest

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Social Scientists study the differing opinions people have regarding forest use and the skills that can facilitate solutions to conflicts that arise from this. Featuring Dr. Bruce Shindler.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: www.forestry.oregonstate.edu/ W Notable notes in forest research at Oregon State University College of Forestry Studying how

7. How Safe are the Woods?: Researchers tackle tough problems

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: The dangers for National Park Service rangers have been increasing. Scientists study psychology, sociology, and recreation resources to help balance the dangers of crime and hazards with the increase in demand for outdoor recreation. Featuring Dr. Jo Tynon.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: in forest research at Oregon State University College of Forestry

8. The Secret Life of Water: Where does water go when it rains?

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Scientists work to find out what happens to rain between when it falls and when it makes it into the stream. Featuring Dr. Jeff McDonnell.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
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9. What's in the Water, Anyway? Pinpointing where all the nitrogen comes from

Creator:: Moldenke, Alison
Abstract:: Scientists seek to explore the relationship between land use and nitrogen levels at different places along the Calapooia River. Featuring Bill Floyd and Dr. Stephen Schoenholtz.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: are working. Written by Alison Moldenke for the Forestry Communications Group, Oregon State

10. Quake, Rattle, and Roll: Simulating "The Big One" with dynamic earthquake tests

Creator:: Davis, Caryn
Abstract:: Earthquake tests have trouble imitating the randomness and varied nature of actual earthquakes. Scientists seek to remedy this and make buildings safer by creating dynamic tests that imitate the random nature of earthquakes. Featuring Dr. Rakesh Gupta.
Resource Type:: Learning Object
Full Text:: at Oregon State University College of Forestry Simulating “The Big One” with dynamic earthquake

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