Long-Term Monitoring and Research in Asian University Forests: Understanding Environmental Changes and Ecosystem Responses

This book disseminates long-term data and research results from university forests in Asia to realize adaptive forest management and conservation. It is an important step towards understanding long-term environmental and ecosystem changes in forests and providing robust scientific knowledge on how ecosystems respond to those changes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 118 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book disseminates a wealth of long-term data and research findings from university forests across Asia, aimed at advancing adaptive forest management and conservation strategies. These university forests, which encompass vast, forested areas under the ownership or control of universities and primarily serve as hubs for research and teaching programs in forest-related sciences, have established a robust observation system to collect, manage, and analyze extensive datasets spanning meteorological, hydrological, biological, and geographic dimensions. In the face of the growing recognition of the impacts of global warming and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in the region, understanding long-term environmental and ecosystem changes in forests has become an essential and pressing challenge. This book represents a significant step forward in addressing this challenge.

The chapters included in this book were originally published as a special issue of the Journal of Forest Research, showcasing the cutting-edge research and insights generated by these university forests. By compiling this valuable information, the book provides a comprehensive resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding of environmental changes and ecological responses in forests.

The book is organized into several chapters, each dedicated to exploring specific aspects of long-term data analysis and its application in adaptive forest management. The chapters cover a wide range of topics, including climate change impacts on forests, forest ecosystem dynamics, biodiversity conservation, forest management practices, and sustainable forest development.

Through the presentation of detailed case studies and examples, the book illustrates how university forests in Asia have contributed to the understanding of environmental changes and ecological responses. It highlights the importance of long-term data collection and analysis in informing decision-making processes and developing effective conservation strategies.

Moreover, the book emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and the integration of multiple scientific disciplines to address complex environmental challenges. It highlights the role of university forests as hubs for research, education, and knowledge exchange, fostering partnerships and promoting the exchange of ideas and expertise among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable contribution to the field of adaptive forest management and conservation. It provides a comprehensive overview of long-term data and research findings from university forests across Asia, shedding light on the complex environmental changes and ecological responses in forests. By leveraging the expertise and resources of these university forests, the book offers valuable insights and strategies for promoting sustainable forest management and conservation in the region and beyond.

Weight: 400g
Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032172354