Challenges to Mediterranean Fagaceae Ecosystems Affected by Phytophthora cinnamomi and Climate Change Academic Background The Mediterranean Fagaceae ecosystems, including oak trees (Quercus ilex and Quercus suber) and chestnut trees (Castanea sativa), are vital ecological and economic resources in southern Europe. However, in recent years, these ec...

Trade-offs and Trait Integration in Tree Phenotypes Academic Background With the intensification of global climate change and biodiversity loss, the sustainable management of forest ecosystems has become increasingly important. As a key component of forest ecosystems, the trade-offs and integration of tree phenotypic traits (such as growth, reprodu...

Environmental Sensitivity and Impact of Climate Change on Phenology in Temperate Deciduous Forests Academic Background The impact of climate change on global ecosystems is becoming increasingly significant, particularly in the phenological changes of temperate and boreal forests. Phenology, the study of seasonal events in the life cycles of plants,...

Forest Tree Virome as a Source of Tree Diseases and Biological Control Academic Background The health of forest ecosystems is crucial for global ecological balance and economic development. However, the health of forest trees is threatened by various pathogens, including fungi, oomycetes, bacteria, viruses, as well as insect and nematode pests. Alt...

Responses of Tropical Tree Seedlings to Nutrient Addition: A Meta-Analysis to Understand Future Changes in Tropical Forest Dynamics Academic Background Tropical forests are critical components of global biodiversity and ecosystem functions. However, due to the impacts of human activities and climate change, tropical forests are facing unprecedented...

Forest Resilience and the Role of Invasive Tree Species under Climate Change Academic Background With the intensification of global climate change, the resilience of forest ecosystems is under severe threat. Climate change has led to a decline in the vitality of major native tree species, weakening the ability of forests to provide ecosystem servic...

Advances in Spatial Forest Planning: Methods, Challenges, and Future Directions Academic Background Forest management planning is a critical tool for ensuring the sustainable use of forest resources. With the increasing global demand for forest products and ecosystem services, traditional forest planning methods are no longer sufficient to meet com...

Artificial Intelligence and Terrestrial LiDAR Point Clouds in Forest Monitoring: Academic Report Academic Background With the increasing importance of global climate change and forest resource management, precision forestry has become a key direction in modern forest management. Precision forestry relies on high-precision forest data collection and...

The Evolution of Forest Restoration in Europe: A Synthesis Based on National Expert Knowledge Academic Background In recent years, global attention to forest restoration has significantly increased. Forests are not only crucial habitats for biodiversity but also play a key role in addressing climate change, water resource management, and the provis...

Impact of Forest Harvesting Operations in Four Biogeographical Regions in Europe and Key Drivers for Future Development Academic Background With global climate change and shifts in forest management philosophies, the environmental, economic, and social impacts of forest harvesting operations have garnered increasing attention. Forest management in ...