Artificial Intelligence and Terrestrial Point Clouds for Forest Monitoring

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 for a Step Forward Based on National Expert Knowledge

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 Operations in Four Biogeographical Regions in Europe: Finding the Key Drivers for Future Development

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 ...

The Value of Forests to Pollinating Insects Varies with Forest Structure, Composition, and Age

The Value of Forests to Pollinating Insects Varies with Forest Structure, Composition, and Age

Forest Structure and Pollinator Diversity: A Review on Forest Ecological Functions Academic Background In recent years, the global diversity of pollinators has been declining rapidly, posing a serious threat to ecosystem functions and agricultural production. Forests, as critical ecosystems, not only provide habitats for pollinators but also play a...

Century-Old Herbarium Specimen Provides Insights into Pierce’s Disease of Grapevines Emergence in the Americas

Summary of the Academic Paper Report on “Century-Old Herbarium Specimen Provides Insights Into Pierce’s Disease of Grapevines Emergence in the Americas” Introduction Pierce’s Disease (PD) of grapevines, caused by the bacterial subspecies Xylella fastidiosa subsp. fastidiosa (Xff), poses a severe threat to the viticulture industry. However, its geog...