UCD School of Biology & Environmental Science
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PhD Opportunity
Development of Dynamic yield models for conifers, broadleaves and mixtures
The University College Dublin, the forest management research company Purser Tarleton Russell Ltd. and the semi state forestry company Coillte Ltd., have together, started a research project called: STANDMODEL – The Development of Dynamic yield models for conifers, broadleaves and mixtures. The project is funded by COFORD, the National Council for Forest Research and Development in Ireland.
The project is directed by the Project Coordinator and is a collaborative effort by University College Dublin, PTR Ltd. and Coillte Teoranta..
The Project Coordinator is looking for a PhD Student for this project for 3 years.
Background to the project
Until recently, forest growth and yield modelling in Ireland was carried out using British Forestry Commission Yield Models for Forest Management. However since 1999, Coillte has led a project to develop Irish Dynamic Yield Models. To date this project called DynamicYield, which is part-funded by COFORD, has delivered and launched a validated and working dynamic Yield Model for Sitka spruce, lodgepole pine, Norway spruce, Douglas fir and Scots pine. The approach taken in stand level dynamic yield modelling in Ireland to date has been to follow the state space modelling methodology, consisting of a multivariate extension of the Bertalanffy-Richards model developed by García. The species of particular interest for the STANDMODEL project are ash and Japanese larch, while models will also be required for other broadleaf species such as oak, sycamore, alder and birch.
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September 26th, 2008
A Ph.D. research fellowship at Mississippi State University (Starkville, Mississippi, USA) is available in Forest Economics, Management, and Policy.The successful applicant will investigate changes in timberland ownership and associated impacts on the forest products industry and nonindustrial private forest landowners. The proposed research will provide critical information for forest-based economic development in the changing ownership environment with implications for forest policy and management as well as inventory availability.
Qualifications
A strong foundation in economics at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. A 3.50 GPA and/or proven research productivity at the graduate level. At least one degree in forestry is preferred but not required.
Salary and Benefits
The Ph.D. Research Fellowship includes an annual stipend of $20,000, full tuition waiver, and health insurance coverage.
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November 12th, 2007
The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) are demand-driven fellowship programmes designed to foster capacity building within organizations in 57 countries in development by providing training and education to their mid-career staff members. The NFP are funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs from the budget for development cooperation.
The need for education and training must occur within the organization of the applicant. This means that applicants must be nominated by their employers. In fact, applications without the support of an employer will not be considered.
Nuffic (the Netherlands Organization for International Cooperation in Higher Education) administers the NFP on behalf of the Minister for Development Cooperation. The Minister determines the policy that governs the framework of the NFP programme. Nuffic manages and monitors the programmes as a whole. The Dutch organizations selected to provide the required education and training are responsible for awarding and administering the fellowships.
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September 23rd, 2007
The International Forestry Resources and Institutions (IFRI) Network is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow to help coordinate its research, data collection, and networking activities. The IFRI network comprises a group of approximately 50 researchers interested in forestry, livelihood, and governance. Currently the program is coordinated through the School of Natural Resources and Environment at the University of Michigan and the Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis at Indiana University. Collaborating research centers are located in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, India, Nepal, Thailand, Bolivia, Columbia, Guatemala, and Mexico.
The fellowship will involve some travel, and close coordination with Arun Agrawal (the network coordinator), and other IFRI network researchers. It will lead to approximately 50% of the fellow’s time being available for research, and 50% of time being committed to IFRI-related activities. The position will be based in Ann Arbor, Michigan The selected candidate will have a strong background in forestry-related issues in developing countries, demonstrate evidence of ability to publish independently, and be able to work with survey data. The Fellowship will provide $38,000 plus benefits, and a budget for travel and research expenses.
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December 22nd, 2006