Forest Co-op Growth And Yield Science Unit (GYSU)
Managing forest resources sustainably and efficiently is a difficult undertaking given the complexity of decision input variables and the diversity of processes involved. To reduce uncertainties related to forest management decisions, it is necessary to be able to rely on models and estimation tools that are grounded on solid science and empirical knowledge.... (more)
Forest Co-op Fish and Wildlife Science Unit (FWSU)
Research featuring fish and wildlife has figured prominently throughout the Forest Co-op’s history. Early projects addressed (i) habitat needs, core area requirements, and population viability of the American marten, (ii) habitat supply and the effectiveness of management prescriptions for the northern goshawk, and (iii) shoreline forest harvesting and the maintenance of water quality.... (more)
Miscellaneous Science Unit
The Forest Co-op Miscellaneous Science Unit (MISU) includes projects or programs that increase our knowledge of forest values, appropriate protection and sustainable forest management but do not fit precisely under the umbrella of our other Science Units.