The Chair of Silviculture and Forest Ecology studies the forest as an ecosystem and develops silvicultural methods, focusing on biodiversity, disturbance ecology, carbon and nutrient cycling, forest improvement, forest protection, and forest management. It also deals with the multifunctional use of forests, forest pathology, wood protection, game management, and climate policy. Researchers at the department participate in forestry legislation, the preparation of national development plans, and the work of professional organizations.
Head of the Chair
Reimo Lutter
Assistant Professor of Silviculture (tenure-track) (Interim Chair)
Institute of Forestry and Engineering
Chair of Silviculture and Forest Ecology
Research
Link avaneb uuel vahelehel Current projects
Information related to the department’s research projects can be found in ETIS.
Link avaneb uuel vahelehel Publications
The most recent overview of scientific articles published by the department is available in ETIS.
Defended theses
Explore the doctoral theses defended at the Department of Forest Cultivation and Forest Ecology.
Research groups
Forest management research group
Focuses on research of forest plantations and ecosystem restoration. Additionally, studies the effects of various forest management practices on production, nutrient cycles, and biodiversity.
Forest carbon cycle research group
Focuses on quantitative assessment of carbon flows and stocks in forests and studies the impact of management practices on forest carbon cycling.
Forest pathology research group
Studies the spread and damage caused by both invasive and native fungi affecting forest and urban trees. Develops pathogen control methods and works on mushroom cultivation.
Forest genetics research group
Works on establishing and analyzing progeny and geographic trial plantations within the RMK/EMU forest tree improvement program and the LIFE AdaptEst project, as well as other related field projects.
Forest ecology research group
Studies effects of natural disturbances (fire, storms, pests, diseases) and human actions on forest ecosystems to ensure healthy, resilient, and diverse forests in a changing climate.
Partners
The Department of Forest Management and Forest Ecology collaborates with both research institutions and businesses.
