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View project albums for award years 2021 on.
From 2001 to 2016, NSRC supported projects placed into one of four research themes.

2022

Eastern White Pine Health Monitoring Using Remote Sensing of Foliar Traits
Principal Investigator: Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran
Project Award Year: 2022
Effects of Timber Harvesting on the Wetland Ecology of Northeastern Lowland Forests
Principal Investigator: Christina Murphy
Project Award Year: 2022
Fire as a Tool in Northern Red Oak Regeneration and Management
Principal Investigator: Matthew Vadeboncoeur
Project Award Year: 2022
Forest Characteristics and Impacts on Mammalian Diversity in the Wildland-Urban Interface
Principal Investigator: Daniel Bogan
Project Award Year: 2022
Forest Management to Increase Northern Forest Climate and Pest Adaptation
Principal Investigator: Anthony D'Amato
Project Award Year: 2022
Impacts of Extreme Climate Events on Tree Regeneration in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Jay Wason
Project Award Year: 2022
Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund: Monitoring Moose and Other Wildlife on Penobscot Indian Nation Lands
Principal Investigator: Benjamin Simpson
Project Award Year: 2022
Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund: Protecting the Brown Ash of the Northern Forest With Indigenous Communities
Principal Investigator: John Daigle
Project Award Year: 2022
Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund: Supporting Abenaki Stewardship of the Ecologically Rare and Culturally Important Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Ecosystem
Principal Investigator: Heidi Asbjornsen
Project Award Year: 2022
Invasive Pest Effects on Tree Demographics Across the Northeastern US
Principal Investigator: Jeff Garnas
Project Award Year: 2022
Jumping Worm Invasion and Impact in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Timothy McCay
Project Award Year: 2022
Quantifying Changes in Northeast Forest Condition, Connectivity for Wildlife, and Climate Resilience
Principal Investigator: Melissa Clark
Project Award Year: 2022
Role of Mycorrhizal Fungi in New England Forest Management
Principal Investigator: Caitlin Hicks Pries
Project Award Year: 2022
Social Impacts of Recreational Mountain Biking in Northern Forest Communities
Principal Investigator: Kim Coleman
Project Award Year: 2022

2021

A New Silvicultural Guide for Northern Conifers in the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Laura Kenefic
Project Award Year: 2021
Adaptation of Northern Forest Trees Species to a Warmer, Drier Future World
Principal Investigator: Heidi Asbjornsen
Project Award Year: 2021
Drone-Based LiDAR to Predict Density and Occurrence of Snowshoe Hare and American Marten
Principal Investigator: Alexej Sirén
Project Award Year: 2021
Escaping to the Northern Forest: Migration and Community Implications During COVID
Principal Investigator: Jessica Carson
Project Award Year: 2021
Evaluating the Efficacy of Audubon Vermont’s Bird-Friendly Maple Project in Sugarbushes
Principal Investigator: Steven Faccio
Project Award Year: 2021
Genetic Impacts of Forest Management Strategies on Sugar Maple in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Danilo Fernando
Project Award Year: 2021
Impact of Increased Use on Visitor Experience and Decision Making in the Adirondack Park
Principal Investigator: Andrea Feldpausch-Parker
Project Award Year: 2021
Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund: Haudenosaunee Forest Principles
Principal Investigator: Robin Kimmerer
Project Award Year: 2021
Indigenous Forest Knowledge Fund: NEBI (Water): Connecting N’dakinna (Land), Bilowagizegad (Climate), and Alnobak (People)
Principal Investigator: Adam Wymore
Project Award Year: 2021
Integrating Genetic and Ecological Data to Measure and Map Wildlife Connectivity Across the Northeast
Principal Investigator: James Murdoch
Project Award Year: 2021
Pheromone-Based Monitoring and Control Program for Browntail Moth in the Northeast
Principal Investigator: Angela Mech
Project Award Year: 2021
The Forest Carbon Cycle and High-Resolution Carbon Accounting for the Northeastern States
Principal Investigator: Daniel Hayes
Project Award Year: 2021
Updated Inventory and Maps of Vermont Town Forests
Principal Investigator: Cecilia Danks
Project Award Year: 2021

2016

Comparison of forest stand 65 years ago with forest stand today
65-Year Forest Study Provides Pros and Cons of Alternative Management Practices
Principal Investigator: Laura Kenefic
Project Award Year: 2016
Linda Pardo: screen shot of management tool website
A Spatial Management Tool for Predicting Effects of Air Pollution on Forest Health
Principal Investigator: Linda Pardo
Project Award Year: 2016
Harvested forest and non-harvested forest side by side
Balancing Bat Conservation with Forest Management
Principal Investigator: Shannon Farrell
Project Award Year: 2016
Gary Lovett: soil probe holding forest soil sample
Carbon & Nitrogen Dynamics in Soil Organic Matter of Forests Regrowing After Harvest
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2016
Mark Ducey and John Gunn: Carbon stock risk map of the Northeast
Carbon Consequences of Silvicultural Management in Response to Pest Outbreaks
Principal Investigator: Mark Ducey
Project Award Year: 2016
William Keeton: Forest Disturbance Patterns Mapped Across the Northern Forest 2000-2016
Forest Disturbance Patterns Mapped Across the Northern Forest 2000-2016
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2016
Moss covered log on forest floor with research supplies
Importance of Woody Debris in Forest Carbon and Nitrogen Cycles and Storage
Principal Investigator: Ivan Fernandez
Project Award Year: 2016
Two maps showing spruce budworm defoliation in northern Maine in 1975 and 1978
Landscape-Level Factors Influencing Spruce Budworm Outbreaks in Maine and Forecasting Future Risk
Principal Investigator: Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran
Project Award Year: 2016
Adirondack old growth forest
Net Carbon Impacts of Biomass Energy Development in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Charles Canham
Project Award Year: 2016
Map of Northern Forest Region showing number of visitor images taken
Using Social Media to Quantify Forest-Based Tourism
Principal Investigator: Diane Kuehn
Project Award Year: 2016
Alexandra Contosta: Winter Climate is Changing in the Northern Forest
Winter Climate is Changing in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Alexandra Contosta
Project Award Year: 2016

2015

Mixed wood forest harvest
20-Year Results from Ecologically-Based Silviculture Studies in Maine
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2015
Ollinger: Two people on metal tower above tops of trees in forest
Cracking the Code of the Northern Forest Carbon Cycle
Principal Investigator: Scott Ollinger
Project Award Year: 2015
Spruce budworm larva on green needles
Developing a Spruce Budworm-Forest Landscape Model to Predict Future Outbreaks
Principal Investigator: Brian Sturtevant
Project Award Year: 2015
James Murdoch: Distribution of American Marten in Vermont and the Northern Forest Region
Distribution of American Marten in Vermont and the Northern Forest Region
Principal Investigator: James Murdoch
Project Award Year: 2015
Partial harvest in a forest
Evaluating Partial Harvests and Their Impact on Future Wood Supply in Northern Maine
Principal Investigator: Christian Kuehne
Project Award Year: 2015
Hand holding a palm warbler in the forest
Exploring Mercury Exposure in Songbirds and Throughout the Terrestrial Food Chain
Principal Investigator: David Evers
Project Award Year: 2015
Anthony D'Amato: Factors Affecting Sugar Maple Regeneration Across the Northern Forest
Factors Affecting Sugar Maple Regeneration Across the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Anthony D'Amato
Project Award Year: 2015
Infographic of wood house with automated wood pellet heater
Factors Impacting Consumers' Decisions to Transition to Automated Wood Pellet Heating
Principal Investigator: Joe Short
Project Award Year: 2015
Jon Erickson: Impacts of Windstorm and Salvage Harvest on Regeneration and Biodiversity in the Northern Forest
Impacts of Windstorm and Salvage Harvest on Regeneration and Biodiversity in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Jon Erickson
Project Award Year: 2015
Jennifer Pontius: Improving Estimates of Carbon Storage in Northeastern Forests
Improving Estimates of Carbon Storage in Northeastern Forests
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Pontius
Project Award Year: 2015
Dylan Parry: A person's hand with three large silk moths
Northern Hardwood Forests as a Refuge for Threatened Giant Silk Moths
Principal Investigator: Dylan Parry
Project Award Year: 2015
Donald Ross: Phosphorus Contributions from Forested Watersheds in Vermont
Phosphorus Contributions from Forested Watersheds in Vermont
Principal Investigator: Donald Ross
Project Award Year: 2015
Student works with research equipment on forest floor
Quantifying Mercury in Forest Biomass
Principal Investigator: Ruth Yanai
Project Award Year: 2015
Ralph Nyland: Reverse J-shaped graph of tree diameter distributions
Selection Cuttings Sustain Uneven-aged Northern Forest Stands but Not Even-aged
Principal Investigator: Ralph Nyland
Project Award Year: 2015
Jamey Fidel: Tracking Land Parcelization Over Time to Inform Planning and Policy in Vermont
Tracking Land Parcelization Over Time to Inform Planning and Policy in Vermont
Principal Investigator: Jamey Fidel
Project Award Year: 2015
Blackpoll warbler
Understanding the Impacts of Climate Change on Obligate Spruce-Fir Birds
Principal Investigator: David King
Project Award Year: 2015

2014

Diagram showing total mercury inputs and soil storage on Whiteface Mountain
Assessing Biological Mercury Hotspots
Principal Investigator: Charles Driscoll
Project Award Year: 2014
Aerial view of forest with strip patches of harvesting and a fire burning
Comparison of Whole-Tree and Stem-Only Harvests: No Difference in Productivity 50 Years Later
Principal Investigator: Laura Kenefic
Project Award Year: 2014
Joseph Orefice: Emerging Use of Silvopastures in the Northeastern U.S. for Forage and Livestock Production
Emerging Use of Silvopastures in the Northeastern U.S. for Forage and Livestock Production
Principal Investigator: Joseph Orefice
Project Award Year: 2014
Heidi Asbjornsen: Forest Throughfall Removal Study Suggests Red Maple More Resistant to Drought than White Pine or Red Oak
Forest Throughfall Removal Study Suggests Red Maple More Resistant to Drought than White Pine or Red Oak
Principal Investigator: Heidi Asbjornsen
Project Award Year: 2014
Jennifer Pontius: Impacts and Future Projections From 30 Years of Forest Conversion in the Northeast
Impacts and Future Projections From 30 Years of Forest Conversion in the Northeast
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Pontius
Project Award Year: 2014
Michale Glennon: Impacts of Recreation Activity on Wildlife Communities in the Adirondacks
Impacts of Recreation Activity on Wildlife Communities in the Adirondacks
Principal Investigator: Michale Glennon
Project Award Year: 2014
Aaron Weiskittel: forked maple tree stem in woods
Influence of Tree Form on Commercial Hardwood Growth, Survival, Volume and Biomass
Principal Investigator: Aaron Weiskittel
Project Award Year: 2014
Vivien Taylor: Mercury Accumulation in Forest Vernal Pools, Invertebrates and Amphibians
Mercury Accumulation in Forest Vernal Pools, Invertebrates and Amphibians
Principal Investigator: Vivien Taylor
Project Award Year: 2014
Mohammad Bataineh: Spruce-fir forest with dead trees
Modeling Spruce Budworm Impacts to Project Changes in Wood Supply and Forest Health
Principal Investigator: Mohammad Bataineh
Project Award Year: 2014
Serita Frey: Reduced Soil Manganese Limits Forest Floor Litter Decomposition by Fungi
Reduced Soil Manganese Limits Forest Floor Litter Decomposition by Fungi
Principal Investigator: Serita Frey
Project Award Year: 2014
Little brown bats
Resistance to White-Nose Syndrome in Bat Populations
Principal Investigator: Deahn Donner
Project Award Year: 2014
Abby van den Berg: Sustainable Tapping Guidelines for Birch Syrup Production in the Northern Forest
Sustainable Tapping Guidelines for Birch Syrup Production in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Abby van den Berg
Project Award Year: 2014
Five researchers and stakeholders examine a dead ash tree
Tribes, Landowners and Agencies Collaborate to Prepare for Emerald Ash Borer in Maine
Principal Investigator: John Daigle
Project Award Year: 2014

2013

Bevilacqua & Pandit: Aboveground Forest Biomass Change in Northeastern U.S.
Aboveground Forest Biomass Change in Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Eddie Bevilacqua
Project Award Year: 2013
Colin Beier & Abigail Larkin: Adirondack Park Trail Register Database Supports Recreation Management and Community Planning
Adirondack Park Trail Register Database Supports Recreation Management and Community Planning
Principal Investigator: Colin Beier
Project Award Year: 2013
Robert Seymour & David Sherwood: Assessing Maine’s Certified Sustainable Timber Harvest
Assessing Maine’s Certified Sustainable Timber Harvest
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2013
Jessica Leahy & Emily Silver: Attitudes of Small Woodland Owners Toward Harvesting for Bioenergy Markets
Attitudes of Small Woodland Owners Toward Harvesting for Bioenergy Markets
Principal Investigator: Jessica Leahy
Project Award Year: 2013
Colin Beier & Daniel Bishop: Climate Change, Acid Rain, and Insect Defoliation Interact to Decrease Sugar Maple Growth
Climate Change, Acid Rain, and Insect Defoliation Interact to Decrease Sugar Maple Growth
Principal Investigator: Colin Beier
Project Award Year: 2013
Michael Day: Commercial Thinning Can Reduce Spruce-Fir Recovery from Budworm Defoliation
Commercial Thinning Can Reduce Spruce-Fir Recovery from Budworm Defoliation
Principal Investigator: MIchael Day
Project Award Year: 2013
René Germain: Costs of Best Management Practices for Loggers on Family Forests in the Northern Forest
Costs of Best Management Practices for Loggers on Family Forests in the Northeast
Principal Investigator: René Germain
Project Award Year: 2013
Gary Lovett: Damage from Invasive Forest Pests Costs Billions a Year
Damage from Invasive Forest Pests Costs Billions a Year
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2013
Stephen Shaler & Melanie Blumentritt: Environmental Advantages of Torrefied Wood Pellets Over Coal for Electricity Production
Environmental Advantages of Torrefied Wood Pellets Over Coal for Electricity Production
Principal Investigator: Stephen Shaler
Project Award Year: 2013
Jeffrey Benjamin & Patrick Hiesl: Evaluating Use of a Harvester and a Feller-Buncher in 40-Year-Old Forest Stands in Maine
Evaluating Use of a Harvester and a Feller-Buncher in 40-Year-Old Forest Stands in Maine
Principal Investigator: Jeffrey Benjamin
Project Award Year: 2013
William Keeton: Forest Ecosystem Management Demonstration Project: Carbon and Methane Responses One Decade Later
Forest Ecosystem Management Demonstration Project: Carbon and Methane Responses One Decade Later
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2013
Erin Simons-Legaard: Future Distribution and Productivity of Spruce-Fir Under Climate Change
Future Distribution and Productivity of Spruce-Fir Under Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Erin Simons-Legaard
Project Award Year: 2013
Nicholas Gotelli & Allyson Degrassi: Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Hemlock Forests Affects Small Mammal Communities
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Hemlock Forests Affects Small Mammal Communities
Principal Investigator: Nicholas Gotelli
Project Award Year: 2013
Rene Germain, Sarah Ficken: High Site Quality and Pruning Improve White Pine Lumber Yield and Quality
High Site Quality and Pruning Improve White Pine Lumber Yield and Quality
Principal Investigator: René Germain
Project Award Year: 2013
Michale Glennon: Influence of Land Stewardship and Human Activities on Mammal Habitat Use in Exurban Areas
Influence of Land Stewardship and Human Activities on Mammal Habitat Use in Exurban Areas
Principal Investigator: Michale Glennon
Project Award Year: 2013
Aaron Weiskittel: : Influence of Spatial Structure on Forest Growth and Stand Dynamics
Influence of Spatial Structure on Forest Growth and Stand Dynamics
Principal Investigator: Aaron Weiskittel
Project Award Year: 2013
Stacy McNulty & Amanda Pachomski: Investigating Wetland Foraging Sites of the Rusty Blackbird, a Declining Species
Investigating Wetland Foraging Sites of the Rusty Blackbird, a Declining Species
Principal Investigator: Stacy McNulty
Project Award Year: 2013
John Castello & Jonathan Cale: Multiple Stressors Play Role in Beech Bark Disease
Multiple Stressors Play Role in Beech Bark Disease
Principal Investigator: John Castello
Project Award Year: 2013
Lindsey Rustad: Northeast Environmental Sensor Network Encourages Scientist Collaboration and Public Engagement
Northeast Environmental Sensor Network Encourages Scientist Collaboration and Public Engagement
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2013
Melissa Fierke: Parasitic Wasps Show Tentative Promise as Biological Control for Emerald Ash Borer
Parasitic Wasps Show Tentative Promise as Biological Control for Emerald Ash Borer
Principal Investigator: Melissa Fierke
Project Award Year: 2013
Diane Kuehn: Perceptions of Maple Producers Towards Climate Change
Perceptions of Maple Producers Towards Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Diane Kuehn
Project Award Year: 2013
Allan Strong & Christine Peterson: Powerline Rights-of-Way Provide Habitat for Declining Bird Species
Powerline Rights-of-Way Provide Habitat for Declining Bird Species
Principal Investigator: Allan Strong
Project Award Year: 2013
Donald Chandler & Morgan Dube: Predatory Wasp Used for Detecting Emerald Ash Borer
Predatory Wasp Used for Detecting Emerald Ash Borer
Principal Investigator: Donald Chandler
Project Award Year: 2013
Julia Goren: Shifts in Alpine Plant Populations as Indicators of Climate Change
Shifts in Alpine Plant Populations as Indicators of Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Julia Goren
Project Award Year: 2013
Ruth Yanai & Adam Wild: Soil Nutrients Affect the Sweetness of Maple Sap
Soil Nutrients Affect the Sweetness of Maple Sap
Principal Investigator: Ruth Yanai
Project Award Year: 2013
Shelly Rayback: Surprising Growth Resurgence of Red Spruce in the Northern Forest
Surprising Growth Resurgence of Red Spruce in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Shelly Rayback
Project Award Year: 2013
Allan Strong & Christopher Hansen: Testing the Use of LiDAR Remotely Sensed Data for Assessing Tree Health and Insect and Bird Diversity
Testing the Use of LiDAR Remotely Sensed Data for Assessing Tree Health and Insect and Bird Diversity
Principal Investigator: Allan Strong
Project Award Year: 2013
Jon Erickson: Vermont Genuine Progress Indicator Refined to Assess Benefits of Land Conservation
Vermont Genuine Progress Indicator Refined to Assess Benefits of Land Conservation
Principal Investigator: Jon D. Erickson
Project Award Year: 2013
James Murdoch: Views Toward Wildlife and Involvement in Recreation Influence Public Acceptability of Development
Views Toward Wildlife and Involvement in Recreation Influence Public Acceptability of Development
Principal Investigator: James Murdoch
Project Award Year: 2013
Jennifer Hushaw: Wood Resource Availability in the Northeastern United States
Wood Resource Availability in the Northeastern United States
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Hushaw
Project Award Year: 2013

2012

Andrew Ouimette: Improved Model to Predict Changes in Northern Forest Ecosystems
An Improved Mathematical Model to Predict Changes in Northern Forest Ecosystems
Principal Investigator: Andrew Ouimette
Project Award Year: 2012
David Patrick: Assessing Potential Effects of Climate Change on Mink Frog Range and Persistence
Assessing Potential Effects of Climate Change on Mink Frog Range and Persistence
Principal Investigator: David Patrick
Project Award Year: 2012
John Stella: Beaver Impacts on Adirondack Forest and Bird Communities
Beaver Impacts on Adirondack Forest and Bird Communities
Principal Investigator: John Stella
Project Award Year: 2012
Gary Hawley: Despite Some Winter Injury American Chestnut Shows Growth Potential for Restoration in the North
Despite Some Winter Injury American Chestnut Shows Growth Potential for Restoration in the North
Principal Investigator: Gary Hawley
Project Award Year: 2012
Donald Ross: Earthworms and Land Use History Effect Soil Carbon Storage in the Northern Forest
Earthworms and Land Use History Affect Soil Carbon Storage in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Donald Ross
Project Award Year: 2012
Therese Donovan: Effects of Biomass Energy Production on Northern Forest Sustainability and Wildlife
Effects of Biomass Energy Production on Northern Forest Sustainability and Wildlife
Principal Investigator: Therese Donovan
Project Award Year: 2012
Heidi Asbjornsen: How Forest Evapotranspiration May Be Affected by Climate Change
How Forest Evapotranspiration May Be Affected by Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Heidi Asbjornsen
Project Award Year: 2012
Spencer Meyer: Impacts of Future Development on Forest Management and Wood Supply in Maine
Impacts of Future Development on Forest Management and Wood Supply in Maine
Principal Investigator: Spencer Meyer
Project Award Year: 2012
Andrew Ouimette: Importance of Mycorrhizal Fungi in the Northern Forest
Importance of Mycorrhizal Fungi in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Andrew Ouimette
Project Award Year: 2012
Jeremy Wilson: Improving Predictions of Forest Response to Thinning Treatments
Improving Predictions of Forest Response to Thinning Treatments
Principal Investigator: Jeremy Wilson
Project Award Year: 2012
Margaret Bryant: Influence of Planning and Stakeholder Perceptions in Landscape Linkage Projects
Influence of Planning and Stakeholder Perceptions in Landscape Linkage Projects
Principal Investigator: M. Margaret Bryant
Project Award Year: 2012
Robert Malmsheimer: Inventory of U.S. Federal and State Forest Biomass Electricity and Heat Policies
Inventory of U.S. Federal and State Forest Biomass Electricity and Heat Policies
Principal Investigator: Robert Malmsheimer
Project Award Year: 2012
Coeli Hoover: LiDAR Data Describe Northern Forest Structure and Habitat But Not Biomass
LiDAR Data Describe Northern Forest Structure and Habitat But Not Biomass
Principal Investigator: Coeli Hoover
Project Award Year: 2012
Mohammad Bataineh: Partial Timber Harvesting Alone Not Enough to Change Regenerating Tree Species
Partial Timber Harvesting Alone Not Enough to Change Regenerating Tree Species
Principal Investigator: Mohammad Bataineh
Project Award Year: 2012
Robert Manning: Personal Contact Remains Effective Form of Mountain Summit Visitor Education and Stewardship
Personal Contact Remains Effective Form of Mountain Summit Visitor Education and Stewardship
Principal Investigator: Robert Manning
Project Award Year: 2012
Madeleine Mineau: Role of Nitrogen Deposition in Regulating Watershed Nitrogen Export in Forest Streams
Role of Nitrogen Deposition in Regulating Watershed Nitrogen Export in Forest Streams
Principal Investigator: Madeleine Mineau
Project Award Year: 2012
Jeffrey Benjamin: Strengthening Logging Businesses in the Northern Forest – Innovation and Best Business Practices
Strengthening Logging Businesses in the Northern Forest – Innovation and Best Business Practices
Principal Investigator: Jeffrey Benjamin
Project Award Year: 2012
Ted Howard: U.S. and Canadian Conference Provides Exchange of Forest Science
U.S. and Canadian Conference Provides Exchange of Forest Science
Principal Investigator: Theodore Howard
Project Award Year: 2012

2011

Colin Beier: A Toolkit to Visualize How Forest Ecological Services Fare in Response to Timber Harvesting
A Toolkit to Visualize How Forest Ecological Services Fare in Response to Timber Harvesting
Principal Investigator: Colin Beier
Project Award Year: 2011
Lindsey Rustad: Advancing the Use of Electronic Sensors to Detect Environmental Change
Advancing the Use of Electronic Sensors to Detect Environmental Change
Principal Investigator: LIndsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2011
David Publicover: Assessing Ecological Value and Conservation Priority of High-Elevation Spruce-Fir Forest
Assessing Ecological Value and Conservation Priority of High-Elevation Spruce-Fir Forest
Principal Investigator: David Publicover
Project Award Year: 2011
Abby van den Berg: Birch Syrup Production May Increase Economic Sustainability of Maple Syrup Production in Northern Forest
Birch Syrup Production May Increase Economic Sustainability of Maple Syrup Production in Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Abby van den Berg
Project Award Year: 2011
Ivan Fernandez: Changing Atmospheric Deposition of Nitrogen & Sulfur Alters Dissolved Organic Matter in Northern Forest Streams
Changing Atmospheric Deposition of Nitrogen & Sulfur Alters Dissolved Organic Matter in Northern Forest Streams
Principal Investigator: Ivan Fernandez
Project Award Year: 2011
Erik Backlund: Community Well-Being, Satisfaction, and Attachment of Residents in 5 Adirondack Towns
Community Well-Being, Satisfaction, and Attachment of Residents in 5 Adirondack Towns
Principal Investigator: Erik Backlund
Project Award Year: 2011
Brian Chabot: Growth Potential of the Maple Syrup Industry in the Northern Forest
Growth Potential of the Maple Syrup Industry in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Brian Chabot
Project Award Year: 2011
Aaron Weiskittel: How Forest Management Treatments Affect Carbon Storage in a Northern Conifer Forest
How Forest Management Treatments Affect Carbon Storage in a Northern Conifer Forest
Principal Investigator: Aaron Weiskittel
Project Award Year: 2011
Robert Seymour: Influence of Age on Productivity and Carbon Sequestration of Eastern White Pine
Influence of Age on Productivity and Carbon Sequestration of Eastern White Pine
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2011
Martin Dovciak: Montane Tree Species Distributions Not Yet Shifting Upslope in Response to Changes in Climate
Montane Tree Species Distributions Not Yet Shifting Upslope in Response to Changes in Climate
Principal Investigator: Martin Dovciak
Project Award Year: 2011
Margaret Skinner: Naturally Occurring Fungi Show Promise in Decline and Control of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
Naturally Occurring Fungi Show Promise in Decline and Control of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
Principal Investigator: Margaret Skinner
Project Award Year: 2011
Ralph Nyland: Predicting Effects of Even-aged Forest Management on Timber and Carbon
Predicting Effects of Even-aged Forest Management on Timber and Carbon
Principal Investigator: Ralph Nyland
Project Award Year: 2011
Danilo Fernando: Rare Fern in Northern Forest Valuable to Understand Plant Responses to Climate Change
Rare Fern in Northern Forest Valuable to Understand Plant Responses to Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Danilo Fernando
Project Award Year: 2011
William Keeton: Recovering Second Growth Northeastern Forests Achieve High Level of Carbon Storage
Recovering Second Growth Northeastern Forests Achieve High Level of Carbon Storage
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2011
Jamey Fidel: Reducing Forest Fragmentation through Subdivision and Zoning Strategies
Reducing Forest Fragmentation through Subdivision and Zoning Strategies
Principal Investigator: Jamey Fidel
Project Award Year: 2011
Allan Strong: Remotely Sensed LiDAR Data Detects Competitive Interactions Between Trees and Understory Vegetation
Remotely Sensed LiDAR Data Detects Competitive Interactions Between Trees and Understory Vegetation
Principal Investigator: Allan Strong
Project Award Year: 2011
Alexandra Rodriguez: Role of Tree Species and Nitrogen Deposition in Stabilizing Forest Soil Carbon
Role of Tree Species and Nitrogen Deposition in Stabilizing Forest Soil Carbon
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2011
Sarah J. Nelson: Using Dragonflies as Bio-Sentinels of Mercury in Northeast Lakes
Using Dragonflies as Bio-Sentinels of Mercury in Northeast Lakes
Principal Investigator: Sarah J. Nelson
Project Award Year: 2011
John Butnor: Using Ground Penetrating Radar to Measure Soil Frost
Using Ground Penetrating Radar to Measure Soil Frost
Principal Investigator: John Butnor
Project Award Year: 2011

2010

Jacqueline Frair: Adirondack Study Exposes Evolving Niche of the Coyote in Northeastern Forests
Adirondack Study Exposes Evolving Niche of the Coyote in Northeastern Forests
Principal Investigator: Jacqueline Frair
Project Award Year: 2010
Jeffrey Benjamin: Assessment of the Northern Forest’s Logging Industry Health
Assessment of the Northern Forest’s Logging Industry Health
Principal Investigator: Jeffrey Benjamin
Project Award Year: 2010
Stephen Langdon: Collection of Baseline Data to Promote Research at Remote Adirondack Preserve
Collection of Baseline Data to Promote Research at Remote Adirondack Preserve
Principal Investigator: Stephen Langdon
Project Award Year: 2010
Matthew Olson: Commercial Thinning Increases Regeneration in Spruce-Fir Forests of the Northeast
Commercial Thinning Increases Regeneration in Spruce-Fir Forests of the Northeast
Principal Investigator: Matthew Olson
Project Award Year: 2010
Stephen Sebestyen: Detecting Atmospheric Nitrogen Inputs to Stream and Soil Waters in the Northeastern United States
Detecting Atmospheric Nitrogen Inputs to Stream and Soil Waters in the Northeastern United States
Principal Investigator: Stephen Sebestyen
Project Award Year: 2010
David Sleeper: Developing New Ways to Communicate Research Findings to the Public
Developing New Ways to Communicate Research Findings to the Public
Principal Investigator: David Sleeper
Project Award Year: 2010
Michale Glennon: Ecological Impacts of Residential Roads on Songbirds in the Adirondacks
Ecological Impacts of Residential Roads on Songbirds in the Adirondacks
Principal Investigator: Michale Glennon
Project Award Year: 2010
David Patrick: Effects of Climate Change on the Mink Frog of the Northern Forest
Effects of Climate Change on the Mink Frog of the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: David Patrick
Project Award Year: 2010
Ben Rice: Effects of Partial Harvesting in Maine’s Working Forests
Effects of Partial Harvesting in Maine’s Working Forests
Principal Investigator: Ben Rice
Project Award Year: 2010
Gary Lovett: Enhancing Researcher Collaboration, Stakeholder Interaction, and Opportunities for Young Scientists in Ecosystem Science
Enhancing Researcher Collaboration, Stakeholder Interaction, and Opportunities for Young Scientists in Ecosystem Science
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2010
William Keeton: Evaluating Supply and Demand of Northern Forest Branded Carbon Credits
Evaluating Supply and Demand of Northern Forest Branded Carbon Credits
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2010
Colin Beier: Forest Soil Fauna Diversity and Food Webs Show Increased Tolerance to Calcium Depletion
Forest Soil Fauna Diversity and Food Webs Show Increased Tolerance to Calcium Depletion
Principal Investigator: Colin Beier
Project Award Year: 2010
Gary Hawley: Green Roof Reduces Stormwater Discharge and Mediates Temperatures in Northern Forest Region
Green Roof Reduces Stormwater Discharge and Mediates Temperatures in Northern Forest Region
Principal Investigator: Gary Hawley
Project Award Year: 2010
James Shanley: How Climate Change Affects Organic Carbon in Northern Forest Watersheds
How Climate Change Affects Organic Carbon in Northern Forest Watersheds
Principal Investigator: James Shanley
Project Award Year: 2010
Erin Simons-Legaard: Hundred Year Predicted Benefits of Including Clearcutting in Management of Maine's Forests
Hundred Year Predicted Benefits of Including Clearcutting in Management of Maine's Forests
Principal Investigator: Erin Simons-Legaard
Project Award Year: 2010
Ronald Zalesny: Identification of Eastern White Pine Seed Sources Better Adapted to Climate Change
Identification of Eastern White Pine Seed Sources Better Adapted to Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Ronald Zalesny
Project Award Year: 2010
Kasey Legaard: Impacts of Spruce Budworm and Forest Management on Future Wood Supply
Impacts of Spruce Budworm and Forest Management on Future Wood Supply
Principal Investigator: Kasey Legaard
Project Award Year: 2010
Emma Rosi-Marshall: Influence of Forest Structure on Stream Ecosystems across the Northern Forest
Influence of Forest Structure on Stream Ecosystems across the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Emma Rosi-Marshall
Project Award Year: 2010
Nathan Torbick: Measuring Disturbance to Forests with New Remote Sensing Technologies
Measuring Disturbance to Forests with New Remote Sensing Technologies
Principal Investigator: Nathan Torbick
Project Award Year: 2010
Theodore Howard: No Difference in Regeneration Productivity Between Whole Tree and Conventional Harvest 14 Years Later
No Difference in Regeneration Productivity Between Whole Tree and Conventional Harvest 14 Years Later
Principal Investigator: Theodore Howard
Project Award Year: 2010
Julia Goren: Photo Analysis to Track Changes in Adirondack Alpine Vegetation Over Time
Photo Analysis to Track Changes in Adirondack Alpine Vegetation Over Time
Principal Investigator: Julia Goren
Project Award Year: 2010
Robert Seymour: Recommendations for Using Shelterwood Silviculture to Regenerate Eastern White Pine
Recommendations for Using Shelterwood Silviculture to Regenerate Eastern White Pine
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2010
Andrew Nelson: Silvicultural and Tree Species Effects on Leaf Light Capture and Carbon Production
Silvicultural and Tree Species Effects on Leaf Light Capture and Carbon Production
Principal Investigator: Andrew Nelson
Project Award Year: 2010
Abby van den Berg: Sustainable Tapping Guidelines for Modern Maple Syrup Production
Sustainable Tapping Guidelines for Modern Maple Syrup Production
Principal Investigator: Abby van den Berg
Project Award Year: 2010
Marilynne Mann: Understanding the Changing Forest Landscape through the Eyes of Maine’s Oldest Citizens (John York)
Understanding the Changing Forest Landscape through the Eyes of Maine’s Oldest Citizens
Principal Investigator: Marilynne Mann
Project Award Year: 2010
Gary Hawley: Winter Injury, Carbon Loss, but Surprising Growth Resurgence in Red Spruce
Winter Injury, Carbon Loss, but Surprising Growth Resurgence in Red Spruce
Principal Investigator: Gary Hawley
Project Award Year: 2010
Cecilia Danks: Wood Energy Biomass for the Northern Forest: Connecting Researchers, Policymakers and Communities
Wood Energy Biomass for the Northern Forest: Connecting Researchers, Policymakers and Communities
Principal Investigator: Cecilia Danks
Project Award Year: 2010

2009

Allan Strong: A Moose, a Bird, and a Shrub: An Ecological Relationship That May Change with Climate
A Moose, a Bird, and a Shrub: An Ecological Relationship That May Change with Climate
Principal Investigator: Allan Strong
Project Award Year: 2009
David Patrick: A New Way to Assess Biodiversity, Forest Condition, and Effects of Tree Harvest
A New Way to Assess Biodiversity, Forest Condition, and Effects of Tree Harvest
Principal Investigator: David Patrick
Project Award Year: 2009
Leslie Morrissey: Assessing Road Impacts on Stream Stability and Health in Forested Watersheds
Assessing Road Impacts on Stream Stability and Health in Forested Watersheds
Principal Investigator: Leslie Morrissey
Project Award Year: 2009
William Keeton: Bioenergy Fuel Harvesting Impacts on Forest Habitat and Carbon Emissions
Bioenergy Fuel Harvesting Impacts on Forest Habitat and Carbon Emissions
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2009
Ellen Denny: Citizen Scientists Keep an Eye on 46 Northeastern Species to Help Track Climate Change
Citizen Scientists Keep an Eye on 46 Northeastern Species to Help Track Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Ellen Denny
Project Award Year: 2009
Pamela Templer: Effects of Winter Climate Change on Growing Season Sap Flow and Carbon Exchange in the Northern Hardwood Forest
Effects of Winter Climate Change on Growing Season Sap Flow and Carbon Exchange in the Northern Hardwood Forest
Principal Investigator: Pamela Templer
Project Award Year: 2009
Curt Grimm: Evaluating Northern Forest Stakeholder Perceptions of the NSRC
Evaluating Northern Forest Stakeholder Perceptions of the NSRC
Principal Investigator: Curt Grimm
Project Award Year: 2009
Gary Lovett: Excess Nitrogen from Air Pollution Impacts Decomposition and Carbon in Forest Soils
Excess Nitrogen from Air Pollution Impacts Decomposition and Carbon in Forest Soils
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2009
Lindsey Rustad: Experimental Ice Glazing in a Northern Hardwood Forest to Understand Ecological Impacts of Ice Storms
Experimental Ice Glazing in a Northern Hardwood Forest to Understand Ecological Impacts of Ice Storms
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2009
Jason Johnston: Forest Habitat Type Affects Abundance of Invertebrate Food for Birds
Forest Habitat Type Affects Abundance of Invertebrate Food for Birds
Principal Investigator: Jason Johnston
Project Award Year: 2009
Brian Chabot: Growing the Maple Industry in the Northern Forest
Growing the Maple Industry in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Brian Chabot
Project Award Year: 2009
Aaron Weiskittel and Laura Kenefic: Historic Studies Generate New Findings about Northern Conifer Growth and Yield
Historic Studies Generate New Findings about Northern Conifer Growth and Yield
Principal Investigator: Aaron Weiskittel
Project Award Year: 2009
René Germain - The Impact of Wood Procurement Pressure on Sustained Yield Management on Private Non-Industrial Forestland in the Northern Forest
Impacts of Wood Procurement Pressure and Landowner Engagement on Sustainable Forest Management
Principal Investigator: René Germain
Project Award Year: 2009
Stacy McNulty: Influence of American Beech Thickets on Biodiversity in Northern Hardwood Forests
Influence of American Beech Thickets on Biodiversity in Northern Hardwood Forests
Principal Investigator: Stacy McNulty
Project Award Year: 2009
Michael Day: Investigating Genes Associated with Age-Related Productivity in Red Spruce
Investigating Genes Associated with Age-Related Productivity in Red Spruce
Principal Investigator: Michael Day
Project Award Year: 2009
Jamey Fidel: Land Subdivision and Parcelization Trends in Vermont
Land Subdivision and Parcelization Trends in Vermont
Principal Investigator: Jamey Fidel
Project Award Year: 2009
Karim-Aly S. Kassam: Management Guidelines for Culturally Important Plant Species of the Northern Forest
Management Guidelines for Culturally Important Plant Species of the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Karim-Aly S. Kassam
Project Award Year: 2009
John Gunn: Role of Older Forests in Atmospheric Carbon Reduction
Role of Older Forests in Atmospheric Carbon Reduction
Principal Investigator: John Gunn
Project Award Year: 2009
Andrew Nelson: Role of Silvicultural Intensity and Tree Species Composition on Biomass Yield of Early Successional Forests in Maine
Role of Silvicultural Intensity and Tree Species Composition on Biomass Yield of Early Successional Forests in Maine
Principal Investigator: Andrew Nelson
Project Award Year: 2009
David Newman: Taxation and Sustainable Forest Management in the Four Northern Forest States
Taxation and Sustainable Forest Management in the Four Northern Forest States
Principal Investigator: David Newman
Project Award Year: 2009
Ruth Yanai: Testing Methods of Sampling Soil Carbon, Nitrogen, and Base Cations
Testing Methods of Sampling Soil Carbon, Nitrogen, and Base Cations
Principal Investigator: Ruth Yanai
Project Award Year: 2009
Robert Seymour: Unmanaged Forest Reserves as Benchmarks to Refine Disturbance-based Ecological Forest Management
Unmanaged Forest Reserves as Benchmarks to Refine Disturbance-based Ecological Forest Management
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2009
Heidi Kretser:Using Genetics to Evaluate Re-colonization by Moose in the Northeastern U.S.
Using Genetics to Evaluate Re-colonization by Moose in the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Heidi Kretser
Project Award Year: 2009
Julia Goren: Photopoint Monitoring in the Adirondack Alpine Zone
Using Photopoints to Monitor Changes in Adirondack Alpine Zone Vegetation
Principal Investigator: Julia Goren
Project Award Year: 2009
Steven Sader: Using Satellite Imagery to Map Forest Vulnerability to Spruce Budworm Outbreaks
Using Satellite Imagery to Map Forest Vulnerability to Spruce Budworm Outbreaks
Principal Investigator: Steven Sader
Project Award Year: 2009
Therese Donovan: Vermonters’ “Acceptable” Levels of Town Development May Decrease Occurrence of Black Bear and Bobcat
Vermonters’ “Acceptable” Levels of Town Development May Decrease Occurrence of Black Bear and Bobcat
Principal Investigator: Therese Donovan
Project Award Year: 2009
Andrew Richardson: Webcams Monitor Changing Climate Effects on Leaf Phenology and Forest Productivity
Webcams Monitor Changing Climate Effects on Leaf Phenology and Forest Productivity
Principal Investigator: Andrew Richardson
Project Award Year: 2009
Peter Groffman: Where Does All the Nitrogen Go in the Northern Forest?
Where Does All the Nitrogen Go in the Northern Forest?
Principal Investigator: Peter Groffman
Project Award Year: 2009

2008

James Shanley: A Less Expensive Tool to "Measure" Forest Stream Mercury Behavior
A Less Expensive Tool to "Measure" Forest Stream Mercury Behavior
Principal Investigator: James Shanley
Project Award Year: 2008
Kenneth Johnson: Analysis of Demographic Change for Planning and Management in the Northern Forest
Analysis of Demographic Change for Planning and Management in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Kenneth Johnson
Project Award Year: 2008
Eddie Bevilacqua: Balancing Sustainable Wood Production and Carbon Sequestration in Northern Hardwood Forests
Balancing Sustainable Wood Production and Carbon Sequestration in Northern Hardwood Forests
Principal Investigator: Eddie Bevilacqua
Project Award Year: 2008
Paul Schaberg: Calcium Deficiency as a Limitation to Tree Growth and Carbon Storage in the Northern Forest
Calcium Deficiency as a Limitation to Tree Growth and Carbon Storage in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Paul Schaberg
Project Award Year: 2008
Andrew Friedland: Carbon Impacts of Switching from Oil to Wood Fuel across the Northern Forest
Carbon Impacts of Switching from Oil to Wood Fuel across the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Andrew Friedland
Project Award Year: 2008
Cecilia Danks: Community-Based Biomass Production and Use for Local Energy
Community-Based Biomass Production and Use for Local Energy
Principal Investigator: Cecilia Danks
Project Award Year: 2008
Daniel Harrison: Effectiveness of Zoning to Protect Deer Wintering Areas
Effectiveness of Zoning to Protect Deer Wintering Areas
Principal Investigator: Daniel Harrison
Project Award Year: 2008
Steven Wolf: Evaluating Creation of a Working Forest and Preserve
Evaluating Creation of a Working Forest and Preserve
Principal Investigator: Steven Wolf
Project Award Year: 2008
Mark Ducey: Evaluation of Northern Hardwood Forest Structure Using Terrestrial Laser Scanning
Evaluation of Northern Hardwood Forest Structure Using Terrestrial Laser Scanning
Principal Investigator: Mark Ducey
Project Award Year: 2008
Aaron Weiskittel: Fine-tuning Predictions of Forest Tree Growth Response to Thinning and Climate Change
Fine-tuning Predictions of Forest Tree Growth Response to Thinning and Climate Change
Principal Investigator: Aaron Weiskittel
Project Award Year: 2008
Colin Beier: Importance of Calcium-Rich Forest Patches as Refuges for Calcium-Dependent Species
Importance of Calcium-Rich Forest Patches as Refuges for Calcium-Dependent Species
Principal Investigator: Colin Beier
Project Award Year: 2008
Winsor Lowe: Influence of Forest Succession on Insect Biodiversity and Brook Trout Diets
Influence of Forest Succession on Insect Biodiversity and Brook Trout Diets
Principal Investigator: Winsor Lowe
Project Award Year: 2008
Bruce Parker: More Tree Species Diversity in Sugarbushes Reduces Maple Pest Levels
More Tree Species Diversity in Sugarbushes Reduces Maple Pest Levels
Principal Investigator: Bruce Parker
Project Award Year: 2008
Charles Driscoll: Movement of Mercury through Wildlife Food Webs in the Northern Forest Region
Movement of Mercury through Wildlife Food Webs in the Northern Forest Region
Principal Investigator: Charles Driscoll
Project Award Year: 2008
Scott Bailey: On-line Soil Database Helps Monitor Ecosystem Change in the Northeastern U.S. and Eastern Canada
On-line Soil Database Helps Monitor Ecosystem Change in the Northeastern U.S. and Eastern Canada
Principal Investigator: Scott Bailey
Project Award Year: 2008
Austin Troy: Predicted Changes in Forest Cover and Fragmentation in Vermont’s Northern Forest
Predicted Changes in Forest Cover and Fragmentation in Vermont’s Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Austin Troy
Project Award Year: 2008
Jessica Leahy: Private Landowners’ Preferred Programs to Maintain Public Recreation Access in Maine
Private Landowners’ Preferred Programs to Maintain Public Recreation Access in Maine
Principal Investigator: Jessica Leahy
Project Award Year: 2008
Gregory Lawrence: Repeated Forest Soil Sampling Helps to Monitor Changes in Soil Chemistry
Repeated Forest Soil Sampling Helps to Monitor Changes in Soil Chemistry
Principal Investigator: Gregory Lawrence
Project Award Year: 2008
Jennifer Pontius: Satellite Imagery 1984-2009 Shows Stable Forest Health but Declining Spruce-Fir and Paper Birch
Satellite Imagery 1984-2009 Shows Stable Forest Health but Declining Spruce-Fir and Paper Birch
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Pontius
Project Award Year: 2008
Gary Hawley: Testing Cold Hardiness of American Chestnut for Restoration in the Northern Forest
Testing Cold Hardiness of American Chestnut for Restoration in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Gary Hawley
Project Award Year: 2008

2007

Ruth Yanai: A Decision-Support System for Management of Sugar Maple Defoliated by Forest Tent Caterpillar
A Decision-Support System for Management of Sugar Maple Defoliated by Forest Tent Caterpillar
Principal Investigator: Ruth Yanai
Project Award Year: 2007
John Hagan: A Scorecard to Assess Recreation Impacts on Trails in the Northern Forest
A Scorecard to Assess Recreation Impacts on Trails in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: John Hagan
Project Award Year: 2007
Rakesh Minocha: Biochemical Responses of Northern Forest Trees to Thinning Treatments
Biochemical Responses of Northern Forest Trees to Thinning Treatments
Principal Investigator: Rakesh Minocha
Project Award Year: 2007
Paul Schaberg: Calcium Depletion and Aluminum Toxicity May Contribute to Maple Decline
Calcium Depletion and Aluminum Toxicity May Contribute to Maple Decline
Principal Investigator: Paul Schaberg
Project Award Year: 2007
Michale Glennon: Changes in Wildlife Communities after Residential Construction in the Adirondack Park
Changes in Wildlife Communities after Residential Construction in the Adirondack Park
Principal Investigator: Michale Glennon
Project Award Year: 2007
Ellen Denny: Citizen Scientists Enlisted to Help Track Changes in Forests and Climate
Citizen Scientists Enlisted to Help Track Changes in Forests and Climate
Principal Investigator: Ellen Denny
Project Award Year: 2007
Anne Socci:Climate Change-Induced Soil Frost May Reduce Tree Nutrient Uptake
Climate Change-Induced Soil Frost May Reduce Tree Nutrient Uptake
Principal Investigator: Anne Socci
Project Award Year: 2007
David Hollinger: Consequences of Forest Management Practices on Climate Change
Consequences of Forest Management Practices on Climate Change
Principal Investigator: David Hollinger
Project Award Year: 2007
Marla R. Emery: Culturally and Economically Important Nontimber Forest Products of Northern Maine
Culturally and Economically Important Nontimber Forest Products of Northern Maine
Principal Investigator: Marla R. Emery
Project Award Year: 2007
Matthew Kolan: Designing Educational Programs that Link People, Community, and Environment
Designing Educational Programs that Link People, Community, and Environment
Principal Investigator: Matthew Kolan
Project Award Year: 2007
Michael Greenwood: Developing Methods for Testing Weevil-Resistance in White Pine
Developing Methods for Testing Weevil-Resistance in White Pine
Principal Investigator: Michael Greenwood
Project Award Year: 2007
Steven Sader: Effects of Partial Harvesting on Forests Owned by Stable and Changing Landowners in Maine
Effects of Partial Harvesting on Forests Owned by Stable and Changing Landowners in Maine
Principal Investigator: Steven Sader
Project Award Year: 2007
Robert Seymour: Growth, Lumber Yields, and Financial Maturity of Isolated Eastern White Pine Crop Trees
Growth, Lumber Yields, and Financial Maturity of Isolated Eastern White Pine Crop Trees
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2007
Justin Waskiewicz: Influence of Neighboring Trees on Growth and Yield in Red Oak – White Pine Stands
Influence of Neighboring Trees on Growth and Yield in Red Oak – White Pine Stands
Principal Investigator: Justin Waskiewicz
Project Award Year: 2007
David Capen: Inventory of Town Forests in Vermont
Inventory of Town Forests in Vermont
Principal Investigator: David Capen
Project Award Year: 2007
Edward Brzostek: Limitations on Availability of Forest Soil Nitrogen for Tree Growth
Limitations on Availability of Forest Soil Nitrogen for Tree Growth
Principal Investigator: Edward Brzostek
Project Award Year: 2007
Nicholas Rodenhouse: Mercury in Northeast Forest Food Webs of Insects, Spiders, Salamanders and Birds
Mercury in Northeast Forest Food Webs of Insects, Spiders, Salamanders and Birds
Principal Investigator: Nicholas Rodenhouse
Project Award Year: 2007
Donald Ross: Monitoring Changes in Soil Carbon and Mercury in Managed Northern Forests
Monitoring Changes in Soil Carbon and Mercury in Managed Northern Forests
Principal Investigator: Donald Ross
Project Award Year: 2007
Andrew Richardson: Monitoring Seasonal Leaf Color Change Using Digital Webcams across the Northern Forest
Monitoring Seasonal Leaf Color Change Using Digital Webcams across the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Andrew Richardson
Project Award Year: 2007
John Campbell: Predicting Effects of Climate Change on Northern Forest Soil and Stream Water
Predicting Effects of Climate Change on Northern Forest Soil and Stream Water
Principal Investigator: John Campbell
Project Award Year: 2007
Sarah Nelson: Predicting Mercury Levels in Lakes Using Landscape Features and Water Chemistry
Predicting Mercury Levels in Lakes Using Landscape Features and Water Chemistry
Principal Investigator: Sarah Nelson
Project Award Year: 2007
Jeremy Wilson: Rehabilitation of Cutover Mixedwood Stands: A Silvicultural and Economic Assessment of Alternatives
Rehabilitation of Cutover Mixedwood Stands: A Silvicultural and Economic Assessment of Alternatives
Principal Investigator: Jeremy Wilson
Project Award Year: 2007
Myron Mitchell: Response of Stream Water Chemistry to Climate Variability in the Northeastern U.S. and Southeastern Canada
Response of Stream Water Chemistry to Climate Variability in the Northeastern U.S. and Southeastern Canada
Principal Investigator: Myron Mitchell
Project Award Year: 2007
Richard Stedman: Social Effects of Second Home Development in the Northern Forest Region
Social Effects of Second Home Development in the Northern Forest Region
Principal Investigator: Richard Stedman
Project Award Year: 2007
Julian Aherne: Soil Acidification Models for Investigating and Predicting Impacts of Acid Deposition
Soil Acidification Models for Investigating and Predicting Impacts of Acid Deposition
Principal Investigator: Julian Aherne
Project Award Year: 2007
William Porter: Survey of Public Priorities as a Guide for Future Sustainable Investment Strategies
Survey of Public Priorities as a Guide for Future Sustainable Investment Strategies
Principal Investigator: William Porter
Project Award Year: 2007
Michael Saunders: Timber Productivity of Natural Disturbance-Based Forest Management
Timber Productivity of Natural Disturbance-Based Forest Management
Principal Investigator: Michael Saunders
Project Award Year: 2007
Jessica Leahy: Uniting Forestry Organizations’ Educators to Improve Public Outreach
Uniting Forestry Organizations’ Educators to Improve Public Outreach
Principal Investigator: Jessica Leahy
Project Award Year: 2007

2006

Michael Day: Comparing Growth Response of Red Spruce and Balsam Fir Seedlings
Comparing Growth Response of Red Spruce and Balsam Fir Seedlings
Principal Investigator: Michael Day
Project Award Year: 2006
Patricia Stokowski: Comparing Seasonal and Permanent Residents in Amenity-Rich Communities of the Northern Forest, photo credit: Andy Richards
Comparing Seasonal and Permanent Residents in Amenity-Rich Communities of the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Patricia Stokowski
Project Award Year: 2006
Scott Ollinger: Effects of Future Changes in Climate and Carbon Dioxide on Northeastern Forest Ecosystems
Effects of Future Changes in Climate and Carbon Dioxide on Northeastern Forest Ecosystems
Principal Investigator: Scott Ollinger
Project Award Year: 2006
Coeli Hoover: Estimates of Carbon Stocks in Old Growth Northern Forests
Estimates of Carbon Stocks in Old Growth Northern Forests
Principal Investigator: Coeli Hoover
Project Award Year: 2006
Clifford Kraft: Estimating Wood Volume in Northern Forest Streams
Estimating Wood Volume in Northern Forest Streams
Principal Investigator: Clifford Kraft
Project Award Year: 2006
Matthew Olson: Examining Patterns of Tree Regeneration in the Acadian Forest of East-Central Maine
Examining Patterns of Tree Regeneration in the Acadian Forest of East-Central Maine
Principal Investigator: Matthew Olson
Project Award Year: 2006
Ben Machin: ForAgProtect: Mapping Tool for Invasive Species Risk Assessment
ForAgProtect: Mapping Tool for Invasive Species Risk Assessment
Principal Investigator: Ben Machin
Project Award Year: 2006
Austin Troy: High-Resolution Mapping Yields Valuable Tools to Characterize Urbanizing Areas in Forested Landscapes
High-Resolution Mapping Yields Valuable Tools to Characterize Urbanizing Areas in Forested Landscapes
Principal Investigator: Austin Troy
Project Award Year: 2006
Emilian Geczi: How Does Growth Impact Natural Resource Planning Processes in Northern Forest Towns?
How Does Growth Impact Natural Resource Planning Processes in Northern Forest Towns?
Principal Investigator: Emilian Geczi
Project Award Year: 2006
William Keeton: Improving Carbon Storage in Managed Northern Hardwood-Conifer Forests
Improving Carbon Storage in Managed Northern Hardwood-Conifer Forests
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2006
Mark Ducey: Improving Guidelines for Spruce-Fir Management
Improving Guidelines for Spruce-Fir Management
Principal Investigator: Mark Ducey
Project Award Year: 2006
Robert Manning: Indicators of Quality for Recreation and Tourism on Mountain Summits
Indicators of Quality for Recreation and Tourism on Mountain Summits
Principal Investigator: Robert Manning
Project Award Year: 2006
Jessica Leahy: Learning from Successful Forest-Based Tourism Enterprises
Learning from Successful Forest-Based Tourism Enterprises
Principal Investigator: Jessica Leahy
Project Award Year: 2006
Robert Seymour: Low-Density Crop-Tree vs. Conventional Management of Eastern White Pine
Low-Density Crop-Tree vs. Conventional Management of Eastern White Pine
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2006
Charles Canham: Managing for Diversity in Tree Species and Canopy Structure Produces Higher Sustained Yield
Managing for Diversity in Tree Species and Canopy Structure Produces Higher Sustained Yield
Principal Investigator: Charles Canham
Project Award Year: 2006
Steven Sader: Monitoring Forest Sustainability across Large Landscapes
Monitoring Forest Sustainability across Large Landscapes
Principal Investigator: Steven Sader
Project Award Year: 2006
Jessica Leahy: Natural Resource Managers’ Perceptions of Trust between Management Agencies and Local Communities
Natural Resource Managers’ Perceptions of Trust between Management Agencies and Local Communities
Principal Investigator: Jessica Leahy
Project Award Year: 2006
Pamela Templer: Nitrogen Deposition and Saturation in Wilderness Areas of the Northeastern United States
Nitrogen Deposition and Saturation in Wilderness Areas of the Northeastern United States
Principal Investigator: Pamela Templer
Project Award Year: 2006
Marissa Weiss: Nitrogen Fertilization Reduces Soil Decomposition at Five Northeastern Forest Sites
Nitrogen Fertilization Reduces Soil Decomposition at Five Northeastern Forest Sites
Principal Investigator: Marissa Weiss
Project Award Year: 2006
Ivan Fernandez: Soil-Site Influences on Northern White-Cedar Stem Quality and Growth
Soil-Site Influences on Northern White-Cedar Stem Quality and Growth
Principal Investigator: Ivan Fernandez
Project Award Year: 2006
Alexandra Contosta: Soils in a Warmer World
Soils in a Warmer World
Principal Investigator: Alexandra Contosta
Project Award Year: 2006
Stephen D. McCormick: Stream Fishes Sensitive to Acid-Aluminum Levels in Northern Forest Ecosystems
Stream Fishes Sensitive to Acid-Aluminum Levels in Northern Forest Ecosystems
Principal Investigator: Stephen D. McCormick
Project Award Year: 2006
Therese Donovan: Sustainable Management of Northern Forests for Timber, Carbon, and Biodiversity
Sustainable Management of Northern Forests for Timber, Carbon, and Biodiversity
Principal Investigator: Therese Donovan
Project Award Year: 2006
David Brynn: Town Forest Health Check: A Forest Steward's Guide to Forest Health Assessment
Town Forest Health Check: A Forest Steward's Guide to Forest Health Assessment
Principal Investigator: David Brynn
Project Award Year: 2006
Paul Schaberg: Weather-Related Causes of Red Spruce Winter Injury and Impacts on Carbon Storage
Weather-Related Causes of Red Spruce Winter Injury and Impacts on Carbon Storage
Principal Investigator: Paul Schaberg
Project Award Year: 2006
Gregory Lawrence: Workshop Establishes the Northeastern Soil Monitoring Cooperative
Workshop Establishes the Northeastern Soil Monitoring Cooperative
Principal Investigator: Gregory Lawrence
Project Award Year: 2006

2005

Stuart Findlay: Causes of Recent Increases in Organic Carbon Release from Forest Soils
Causes of Recent Increases in Organic Carbon Release from Forest Soils
Principal Investigator: Stuart Findlay
Project Award Year: 2005
John Hagan: Developing Management Guidelines to Conserve Old Forests
Developing Management Guidelines to Conserve Old Forests
Principal Investigator: John Hagan
Project Award Year: 2005
Christine Goodale: Elevated Atmospheric Nitrogen Deposition and Soil Nitrate Loss in Drainage Waters
Elevated Atmospheric Nitrogen Deposition and Soil Nitrate Loss in Drainage Waters
Principal Investigator: Christine Goodale
Project Award Year: 2005
Lindsey Rustad: Changing Climate, Changing Forests: Impacts of Climate Change on Forests of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada
Impacts of Climate Change on Forests of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2005
David Capen: Lakeshore Development Affects Shoreline Habitat in Northeastern Vermont
Lakeshore Development Affects Shoreline Habitat in Northeastern Vermont
Principal Investigator: David Capen
Project Award Year: 2005
Deborah Brighton: Learning What Landowners Need in Forest Stewardship Programs
Learning What Landowners Need in Forest Stewardship Programs
Principal Investigator: Deborah Brighton
Project Award Year: 2005
Jeff Parsons: Linking Wood Products, Creative Thinking, and Digital Technology
Linking Wood Products, Creative Thinking, and Digital Technology
Principal Investigator: Jeff Parsons
Project Award Year: 2005
Allan Strong: Long-Term Loss of Forest Calcium Expected to Impact Insect and Bird Populations
Long-Term Loss of Forest Calcium Expected to Impact Insect and Bird Populations
Principal Investigator: Allan Strong
Project Award Year: 2005
Marta Ceroni: Measuring Socio-Economic Well-Being in Vermont's Northern Forest
Measuring Socio-Economic Well-Being in Vermont's Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Marta Ceroni
Project Award Year: 2005
Arthur H. Johnson: Plant-Available Forest Soil Calcium Reduced by Half from 1930s to 2006 in Adirondacks
Plant-Available Forest Soil Calcium Reduced by Half from 1930s to 2006 in Adirondacks
Principal Investigator: Arthur H. Johnson
Project Award Year: 2005
Robert Seymour: Predicting Stand Development and Structure in Multi-Aged Northern Conifer Forests
Predicting Stand Development and Structure in Multi-Aged Northern Conifer Forests
Principal Investigator: Robert Seymour
Project Award Year: 2005
Lisa Chase: Public Access to Private Lands for Recreation and Tourism in the Northern Forest
Public Access to Private Lands for Recreation and Tourism in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Lisa Chase
Project Award Year: 2005
Laura Kenefic: Relationships between Nonnative Invasive Plant Distribution and Land Use History
Relationships between Nonnative Invasive Plant Distribution and Land Use History
Principal Investigator: Laura Kenefic
Project Award Year: 2005
Rene Germain: Sawmill Wood Procurement in the Northern Forest
Sawmill Wood Procurement in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Rene Germain
Project Award Year: 2005
Kimberly Babbitt: Terrestrial Buffer Requirements for Amphibians Inhabiting Vernal Pools in Forested Landscapes
Terrestrial Buffer Requirements for Amphibians Inhabiting Vernal Pools in Forested Landscapes
Principal Investigator: Kimberly Babbitt
Project Award Year: 2005
Deane Wang: Training the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders in Local Communities
Training the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders in Local Communities
Principal Investigator: Deane Wang
Project Award Year: 2005
James Shanley:Ultraviolet Absorbance: An Inexpensive, Effective Way to Estimate Mercury in Forest Streams
Ultraviolet Absorbance: An Inexpensive, Effective Way to Estimate Mercury in Forest Streams
Principal Investigator: James Shanley
Project Award Year: 2005
David Evers: Understanding How Lake Water and Nutrient Levels Affect Mercury Levels in Aquatic Organisms
Understanding How Lake Water and Nutrient Levels Affect Mercury Levels in Aquatic Organisms
Principal Investigator: David Evers
Project Award Year: 2005
Charles Driscoll: Evaluation of the Use of Critical Loads to Mitigate Effects of Acidic Deposition to Forest Ecosystems in the Northeastern U.S.
Using Critical Loads to Assess Air Pollution and Its Effects on Forest Ecosystems
Principal Investigator: Charles Driscoll
Project Award Year: 2005

2004

Rakesh Minocha: Calcium Fertilization Effects on Leaf Biochemistry of Northern Hardwood Trees Dependent on Elevation
Calcium Fertilization Effects on Leaf Biochemistry of Northern Hardwood Trees Dependent on Elevation
Principal Investigator: Rakesh Minocha
Project Award Year: 2004
Andrew Egan: Concerns in Sustaining a Logging and Forest Products Community
Concerns in Sustaining a Logging and Forest Products Community
Principal Investigator: Andrew Egan
Project Award Year: 2004
Mary Jeanne Packer: Consumers Respond to Place-Based Branding of Northern Forest Products
Consumers Respond to Place-Based Branding of Northern Forest Products
Principal Investigator: Mary Jeanne Packer
Project Award Year: 2004
William Keeton: Demonstration of Sustainable Forest Management Alternatives
Demonstration of Sustainable Forest Management Alternatives
Principal Investigator: William Keeton
Project Award Year: 2004
Ivan Fernandez: Does Elevated Nitrogen Deposition Cause Phosphorus Deficiency in North Temperate Forest Ecosystems?
Does Elevated Nitrogen Deposition Cause Phosphorus Deficiency in North Temperate Forest Ecosystems?
Principal Investigator: Ivan Fernandez
Project Award Year: 2004
Gary Lovett: Effects of Beech Bark Disease and Soil Calcium on a Northern Hardwood Forest
Effects of Beech Bark Disease and Soil Calcium on a Northern Hardwood Forest
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2004
David Publicover: Evaluating Potential Conflicts between Wind Power Siting and Natural Resource Values
Evaluating Potential Conflicts between Wind Power Siting and Natural Resource Values
Principal Investigator: David Publicover
Project Award Year: 2004
Ralph Nyland: Forecasting Effects of Uneven-Aged Silviculture on Wildlife Habitat and Sawtimber Production
Forecasting Effects of Uneven-Aged Silviculture on Wildlife Habitat and Sawtimber Production
Principal Investigator: Ralph Nyland
Project Award Year: 2004
Lindsey Rustad: Forest Ecosystem Response to Environmental Change: Regional Collaboration and Database Development
Forest Ecosystem Response to Environmental Change: Regional Collaboration and Database Development
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2004
Charles Levesque: Forest Industry Considers a Northern Forest Brand of Wood Products
Forest Industry Considers a Northern Forest Brand of Wood Products
Principal Investigator: Charles Levesque
Project Award Year: 2004
Donald Ross: Identifying Calcium-Bearing Minerals in Forest Soils of the Northeast
Identifying Calcium-Bearing Minerals in Forest Soils of the Northeast
Principal Investigator: Donald Ross
Project Award Year: 2004
Lisa Chase: Northern Forest Canoe Trail Can Help Diversify Local Economies
Northern Forest Canoe Trail Can Help Diversify Local Economies
Principal Investigator: Lisa Chase
Project Award Year: 2004
Paul Karczmarczyk: Public Attitudes toward Forest Management in the Northern Forest
Public Attitudes toward Forest Management in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Paul Karczmarczyk
Project Award Year: 2004
Paul Schaberg: Soil Calcium Depletion Predisposes Red Spruce to Winter Injury
Soil Calcium Depletion Predisposes Red Spruce to Winter Injury
Principal Investigator: Paul Schaberg
Project Award Year: 2004
Diane Kuehn: Stakeholder Perceptions of Boating in the Saranac Lakes Region of New York
Stakeholder Perceptions of Boating in the Saranac Lakes Region of New York
Principal Investigator: Diane Kuehn
Project Award Year: 2004
Jon Erickson: Survey Results from a Participatory Process to Help Guide Regional Economic Planning
Survey Results from a Participatory Process to Help Guide Regional Economic Planning
Principal Investigator: Jon Erickson
Project Award Year: 2004
Robert Malmsheimer: Understanding Public Comment and Appeal of National Forest Projects
Understanding Public Comment and Appeal of National Forest Projects
Principal Investigator: Robert Malmsheimer
Project Award Year: 2004

2003

Jeffrey S. Kahl: Acidic Deposition-Related Changes in Chemistry in a Northeastern Lake Survey, 1984-2004
Acidic Deposition-Related Changes in Chemistry in a Northeastern Lake Survey, 1984-2004
Principal Investigator: Jeffrey S. Kahl
Project Award Year: 2003
Paul Schaberg: Adding Calcium to Forest Soils Improves Growth, Health, and Wound Healing of Sugar Maple
Adding Calcium to Forest Soils Improves Growth, Health, and Wound Healing of Sugar Maple
Principal Investigator: Paul Schaberg
Project Award Year: 2003
Patricia Stokowski: Assessing How Rural Towns Choose and Communicate a Sense of Place
Assessing How Rural Towns Choose and Communicate a Sense of Place
Principal Investigator: Patricia Stokowski
Project Award Year: 2003
Gregory McGee: Balancing Preservation of Forest Habitat Structure with Sustainable Production of Forest Products
Balancing Preservation of Forest Habitat Structure with Sustainable Production of Forest Products
Principal Investigator: Gregory McGee
Project Award Year: 2003
Rakesh Minocha: Chronic Nitrogen Deposition Changes Leaf Physiology across the Northeastern U.S.
Chronic Nitrogen Deposition Changes Leaf Physiology across the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Rakesh Minocha
Project Award Year: 2003
Lisa Chase: Community Members Develop a Shared Model for Recreation and Tourism in the Northern Forest
Community Members Develop a Shared Model for Recreation and Tourism in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Lisa Chase
Project Award Year: 2003
Alexey Voinov: A Community-Generated Model for Reducing Phosphorus Pollution in Northern Forest Watersheds
Community-Generated Model for Reducing Phosphorus Pollution in Northern Forest Watersheds
Principal Investigator: Alexey Voinov
Project Award Year: 2003
Mark Lorenzo: Different Is Good: Differentiating Wood Products Benefits Local Economy
Different Is Good: Differentiating Wood Products Benefits Local Economy
Principal Investigator: Mark Lorenzo
Project Award Year: 2003
David Capen: Do Conservation Easements Promote Sustainable Management of the Northern Forest?
Do Conservation Easements Promote Sustainable Management of the Northern Forest?
Principal Investigator: David Capen
Project Award Year: 2003
Deane Wang: Forest Certification: Its Role in Sustainable Forestry in the Northern Forest
Forest Certification: Its Role in Sustainable Forestry in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Deane Wang
Project Award Year: 2003
Charles Driscoll: Hubbard Brook Research Foundation Science Links Program: Mercury in the Northeastern U.S.
Hubbard Brook Research Foundation Science Links Program: Mercury in the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Charles Driscoll
Project Award Year: 2003
Keith Nislow: Impacts of Acidity and Aluminum on Restoration of Atlantic Salmon in Northern Forest Watersheds
Impacts of Acidity and Aluminum on Restoration of Atlantic Salmon in Northern Forest Watersheds
Principal Investigator: Keith H. Nislow
Project Award Year: 2003
Jennifer Jenkins: Improving Methods to Measure Forest Productivity in the Northeast
Improving Methods to Measure Forest Productivity in the Northeast
Principal Investigator: Jennifer Jenkins
Project Award Year: 2003
David Kittredge: Internet Site Brings Together Non-industrial Private Forest Owners
Internet Site Brings Together Non-industrial Private Forest Owners
Principal Investigator: David Kittredge
Project Award Year: 2003
T. Bruce Lauber: Making Community Collaboration Work in Forest Conservation and Development
Making Community Collaboration Work in Forest Conservation and Development
Principal Investigator: T. Bruce Lauber
Project Award Year: 2003
Austin Troy: Mapping Sprawl in Northern Vermont to Help Minimize Its Ecological Impacts
Mapping Sprawl in Northern Vermont to Help Minimize Its Ecological Impacts
Principal Investigator: Austin Troy
Project Award Year: 2003
Myron Mitchell: Nitrate and Sulfate Associated with Snowmelt and Storm Events on Forested Watersheds
Nitrate and Sulfate Associated with Snowmelt and Storm Events on Forested Watersheds
Principal Investigator: Myron Mitchell
Project Award Year: 2003
Scott Bailey: Nutrient vs. Toxic Elements in Forest Soils and Their Impact on Forest Health
Nutrient vs. Toxic Elements in Forest Soils and Their Impact on Forest Health
Principal Investigator: Scott Bailey
Project Award Year: 2003
Joshua Farley: Redefining a "Productive" Forest Based on Ecological, Social, and Economic Uses
Redefining a "Productive" Forest Based on Ecological, Social, and Economic Uses
Principal Investigator: Joshua Farley
Project Award Year: 2003
Richard Hallett: Tree Foliage Chemistry Data Base to Monitor Forest Health
Tree Foliage Chemistry Database to Monitor Forest Health
Principal Investigator: Richard Hallett
Project Award Year: 2003
Jon Erickson: Watershed Decision-Making Process Balances Community and Forest Landowner Values
Watershed Decision-Making Process Balances Community and Forest Landowner Values
Principal Investigator: Jon Erickson
Project Award Year: 2003

2002

Jamie Shanley: Another Threat from Acid Rain? Reduced Root Turnover with Calcium Depletion
Another Threat from Acid Rain? Reduced Root Turnover with Calcium Depletion
Principal Investigator: Jamie Shanley
Project Award Year: 2002
Cecilia Danks: Changes Recommended for Forestry Education in the 21st Century
Changes Recommended for Forestry Education in the 21st Century
Principal Investigator: Cecilia Danks
Project Award Year: 2002
Rodney Zwick: Communities in Transition: Recreation, Tourism, and Resource Dependency in the Northern Forest
Communities in Transition: Recreation, Tourism, and Resource Dependency in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Rodney Zwick
Project Award Year: 2002
Paul Sendak: Current Use Taxation of Forest Land: Measures of Success
Current Use Taxation of Forest Land: Measures of Success
Principal Investigator: Paul Sendak
Project Award Year: 2002
David Capen: Ecological Reserves and a Sustainable Forest Economy Can Work Together in the Northern Forest
Ecological Reserves and a Sustainable Forest Economy Can Work Together in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: David Capen
Project Award Year: 2002
Marjan van den Belt: Electric Energy Planning in the Northern Forest Region
Electric Energy Planning in the Northern Forest Region
Principal Investigator: Marjan van den Belt
Project Award Year: 2002
Lindsey Rustad: Elevated Nitrogen Deposition May Alter Fine Root Systems in Northern Forests
Elevated Nitrogen Deposition May Alter Fine Root Systems in Northern Forests
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2002
Andrew Friedland: Forest Floor Remains Major Source of Lead in Northern Forest
Forest Floor Remains Major Source of Lead in Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Andrew Friedland
Project Award Year: 2002
Donald Ross: Forest Soil Nitrogen Transformations Related to Tree Species and Soil Carbon
Forest Soil Nitrogen Transformations Related to Tree Species and Soil Carbon
Principal Investigator: Donald Ross
Project Award Year: 2002
Matthew Wilson: Mapping the Economic Value of Services from the Natural Ecosystem
Mapping the Economic Value of Services from the Natural Ecosystem
Principal Investigator: Matthew Wilson
Project Award Year: 2002
Dale Bergdahl: Maps Help Assess Threat of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Vermont
Maps Help Assess Threat of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in Vermont
Principal Investigator: Dale Bergdahl
Project Award Year: 2002
Steven Wolf: Multiple Meanings for "Working Forest"
Multiple Meanings for "Working Forest"
Principal Investigator: Steven Wolf
Project Award Year: 2002
Robert Costanza: Positive Impact Tourism Can Help Sustain Northern Forest Communities
Positive Impact Tourism Can Help Sustain Northern Forest Communities
Principal Investigator: Robert Costanza
Project Award Year: 2002
Therese Donovan: Predicting Impacts of Housing Density Changes on Black Bear Occurrence
Predicting Impacts of Housing Density Changes on Black Bear Occurrence
Principal Investigator: Therese Donovan
Project Award Year: 2002
Mary Watzin: Predicting Land Use Change Helps Guide Stream Habitat Protection Efforts
Predicting Land Use Change Helps Guide Stream Habitat Protection Efforts
Principal Investigator: Mary Watzin
Project Award Year: 2002
Peter Groffman: Solving the Global Nitrogen Problem: It's a Gas!
Solving the Global Nitrogen Problem: It's a Gas!
Principal Investigator: Peter Groffman
Project Award Year: 2002
William McDowell: Suburbanization, Water Quality, and Property Values in the Northern Forest
Suburbanization, Water Quality, and Property Values in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: William McDowell
Project Award Year: 2002
Scott Bailey: Tracking Calcium, an Important Nutrient in the Northern Forest
Tracking Calcium, an Important Nutrient in the Northern Forest
Principal Investigator: Scott Bailey
Project Award Year: 2002

2001

Donald DeHayes: Calcium Deficiency Implicated in Sugar Maple Decline
Calcium Deficiency Implicated in Sugar Maple Decline
Principal Investigator: Donald DeHayes
Project Award Year: 2001
David Evers: Factors that Control Mercury Distribution in Aquatic Ecosystems of Northeastern North America
Factors that Control Mercury Distribution in Aquatic Ecosystems of Northeastern North America
Principal Investigator: David Evers
Project Award Year: 2001
Lindsey Rustad: Forest Ecosystem Response to Experimentally Elevated Nitrogen Deposition: An International Synthesis
Forest Ecosystem Response to Experimentally Elevated Nitrogen Deposition: An International Synthesis
Principal Investigator: Lindsey Rustad
Project Award Year: 2001
Myron Mitchell: Identifying Internal Sources of Sulfate in Northern Forest Watersheds
Identifying Internal Sources of Sulfate in Northern Forest Watersheds
Principal Investigator: Myron Mitchell
Project Award Year: 2001
John Campbell: Inputs and Outputs of Nitrogen on Forested Watersheds in the Northeastern U.S.
Inputs and Outputs of Nitrogen on Forested Watersheds in the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: John Campbell
Project Award Year: 2001
Shaun Watmough: Loss of Soil Calcium and Magnesium in Forests of Eastern North America
Loss of Soil Calcium and Magnesium in Forests of Eastern North America
Principal Investigator: Shaun Watmough
Project Award Year: 2001
Eric Miller: Mapping Forest Sensitivity to Sulfur and Nitrogen Deposition in Northeastern North America
Mapping Forest Sensitivity to Sulfur and Nitrogen Deposition in Northeastern North America
Principal Investigator: Eric Miller
Project Award Year: 2001
Linda Pardo: Measuring an Isotope of Nitrogen in Forest Foliage to Understand Effects of Nitrogen Deposition
Measuring an Isotope of Nitrogen in Forest Foliage to Understand Effects of Nitrogen Deposition
Principal Investigator: Linda Pardo
Project Award Year: 2001
Gary Lovett: Northeastern Ecosystem Research Cooperative (NERC) Established for Ecosystem Science Collaboration
Northeastern Ecosystem Research Cooperative (NERC) Established for Ecosystem Science Collaboration
Principal Investigator: Gary Lovett
Project Award Year: 2001
Kathleen Weathers: A Regional Model of Atmospheric Deposition for the Northeastern U.S.
Regional Model of Atmospheric Deposition for the Northeastern U.S.
Principal Investigator: Kathleen Weathers
Project Award Year: 2001