Di seguito gli ultimi articoli pubblicati sulle riviste della SISEF, iForest – Biogeoscience & Forestry (ISSN: 1971-7458) e Forest@ – Rivista di Selvicoltura ed Ecologia Forestale ( ISSN 1824-0119 ).
iForest – Biogeosciences & Forestry
- Mondanelli L, Mariotti B, Maltoni A, Salbitano F, Traversi ML, Giovannelli A, Maserti BE, Cocozza CFIRST-YEAR SEEDLINGS RESPOND TO A 21-DAY SUMMER WATER DEFICIT: MORPHOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL INSIGHTS OF TWO POPULATIONS OF FIVE MEDITERRANEAN QUERCUS SPECIESAbstract: In the Mediterranean basin, extreme drought events are expected to become more frequent due to climate change. Consequently, selecting and registering forest reproductive material (FRM) adapted to such conditions is crucial to support effective […]
- Ahuja I, Fløistad IS, Grande PO, Tyldum JM, Edvardsen &M, Steffenrem AFROST HARDENING IN SEEDLINGS OF FOUR PROVENANCES OF NORWAY SPRUCE IN RESPONSE TO SIMULATED AUTUMN CONDITIONS WITH DECREASING AND FLUCTUATING TEMPERATURESAbstract: The Norway spruce (Picea abies Karst.) is Europe’s most important conifer, both economically and ecologically. In Norway, it dominates regions such as Trøndelag, Eastern Norway, and Helgeland. With climate change leading to warmer and more variable autumn temperatures, […]
- Clemente D, Brunori A, Carrus G, Spano G, Panno A, Sanesi GPUBLIC PERCEPTIONS OF FORESTS IN ITALY: ECOSYSTEM SERVICES, EMOTIONAL MEANINGS, AND POST-PANDEMIC NEEDSAbstract: Forests are increasingly recognized not only for their ecological and productive roles but also for their social, cultural, and psychological importance. In Italy, the last national-scale assessment of public perceptions of forests was conducted before the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving open questions about how citizens currently perceive […]
- Owusu G, Anning AKLITTER QUALITY AND DECOMPOSITION RATES OF SELECTED SPECIES IN THE ANKASA CONSERVATION AREA, GHANAAbstract: Decomposition is essential for nutrient cycling, soil fertility, and productivity in tropical forest ecosystems. However, there is limited information on these aspects for some tropical forest tree species. The present study compared the decomposition rates of leaf litter of three tree species (Baphia nitida, Dacryodes klaineana, and Gluema ivorensis) and the influence of […]
- Popović V, Lučić A, Ivanković M, Cvjetković B, Božič G, Andonovski V, Miljković DTHE MATERNAL ENVIRONMENT OF EUROPEAN BEECH (FAGUS SYLVATICA L.) AFFECTS INTRAPOPULATION VARIABILITY IN SEED TRAITS AND GERMINATIONAbstract: Interpopulation variation was investigated using seed samples originating from twenty-six European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) populations across the Balkan Peninsula, a part of the species’ distribution range characterized by high ecological heterogeneity in key climatic factors, such as temperature (5.8-10.6 […]
- Bui TU, Vacchiano GASSESSING FOREST RESILIENCE AFTER WINDTHROW: LINKING DEADWOOD, REGENERATION, AND LANDSCAPE-SCALE SUSCEPTIBILITY – A CASE STUDY IN A PRE-ALPINE FOREST IN ITALYAbstract: Severe windstorms account for nearly half of all damage to European forests. South of the Alps, windstorms such as Storm Vaia in 2018 and Storm Alex in October 2020 have left forest managers uncertain on how to assist habitat recovery and how to prevent further damage […]
- Bayar ERECOVERY OF WATER POTENTIAL AND LEAF GAS EXCHANGE PERFORMANCE FOLLOWING DROUGHT STRESS IN QUERCUS CERRIS POPULATIONSAbstract: Drought and global warming are major environmental stressors that significantly affect forest ecosystems and the survival of tree species. This study investigates the physiological and biochemical responses of Turkey oak (Quercus cerris L.) seedlings from five populations across three bioclimatic zones in Turkey – semi-arid (Yozgat), semi-humid (Isparta, Balikesir), and humid (Çanakkale and […]
- Figueiredo De Souza RL, Dionizio EA, Lopes Cavalcante RBGEOSTATISTICAL TECHNIQUES FOR ESTIMATING ABOVEGROUND BIOMASS IN EASTERN AMAZONIAAbstract: The Amazon plays a crucial role in global environmental debates due to its vital ecosystem services, including the carbon stock in its vegetation. Given the challenges of collecting field data in remote areas, remote sensing products such as those provided by the Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI) mission are a valuable alternative for […]
- Tiebel K, Karge ACAN WE EXPECT MORE FROM ALNUS GLUTINOSA (L.) GAERTN. IN A CHANGING CLIMATE?Abstract: Black alder (Alnus glutinosa [L.] Gaertn.) is recognized as a key tree species in moist habitats, riparian ecosystems, and wetland restoration projects. The future success of A. glutinosa establishment is believed to be at risk due to the increasing frequency of high-temperature and drought events associated with climate change. However, some studies have indicated […]
- Sharma R, Mishra K, Sethy AK, Kumar REFFECT OF MICROWAVE DRYING ON DRYING KINETICS, PHYSICO-MECHANICAL PROPERTIES, AND MICROSTRUCTURE OF PLANTATION-GROWN HEVEA BRASILIENSIS WOODAbstract: We explored the microwave drying of rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis) wood using a multifaceted approach that encompasses various aspects. The primary objective was to examine drying behavior, drying time, moisture distribution across the core and surface, and to evaluate drying stresses via the prong test. Static bending […]
Forest@ – Rivista di Selvicoltura ed Ecologia Forestale
- Abstract: The scientific event “Italian Oak Forests Facing Stress Factors and Climate Change: Current Evidence, Ecophysiological Knowledge and Management Perspectives”, organized by the Italian Society of Silviculture and Forest Ecology (SISEF) and the Italian Academy of Forest Sciences, addressed the critical issues threatening the conservation of oak forests in Italy. Oak decline, documented since the 1980s, emerges as a multifactorial phenomenon driven by climatic stress (drought, heatwaves), biotic agents (pathogens, […]
- Abstract: The National Land Use Inventory (IUTI), implemented by the Ministry for Environment, Land and Sea Protection (now Ministry of Environment and Energy Security), is the main information source of the National Registry for forest Carbon Sinks. Over time, it has proven to be a valuable tool for investigating land use dynamics, even in its 1% subsample, statistically valid for many applications. This paper presents the evolution of the IUTI […]
- Abstract: Monumental trees in Italy represent a natural and cultural heritage of great value, whose conservation is essential. This study highlights the potential of LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging)-based technologies, such as terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) and drones, for three-dimensional reconstruction of these specimens within virtual environments. Villa del Colle del Cardinale, a monumental complex managed by the National Museums of Perugia – Regional Directorate of National Museums of Umbria […]
- Abstract: The soil seed bank is a key component in the dynamic processes of many terrestrial ecosystems. It consists of a reserve of viable spermatophyte seeds stored in the soil for variable periods, potentially lasting several decades. In forest environments, the seed bank serves as an important mechanism of resilience, playing a crucial role in vegetation recovery following both natural regeneration processes and disturbances. Additionally, it acts as a hidden […]
- Abstract: Building a personal or educational xylotheque (a collection of wood samples) is an accessible and rewarding activity that helps document wood diversity, supports identification, and fosters a deeper understanding of trees and their uses. This article offers a practical guide to collecting, preparing, labelling, and storing wood specimens, with hands-on suggestions on finding materials, documenting them, and organising a functional and purposeful collection. It also encourages thematic approaches and […]
- Abstract: Extreme heat waves coupled with severe drought episodes are increasing in frequency in the Mediterranean region. Such climatic events pose significant threats to evergreen sclerophyllous vegetation, despite their inherent resistance and adaptation to drought conditions. Over recent decades, several cases of dieback affecting Quercus ilex, Quercus suber, and other evergreen shrubs have been reported across the Mediterranean basin. In Italy, the first reports of Q. ilex dieback due to […]
- Abstract: In recent years, the implementation of Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) technologies in forestry has significantly improved forest inventory methods, enabling rapid and accurate assessments of forest stand structure. Among these advancements, Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) provides high-resolution data for fine structural characterization of forest ecosystems. This study presents an applied case of TLS-based forest assessment in an artificial Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii [Mirb.] Franco) stand in southern Italy, […]
- Abstract: Blue rings in the wood of trees and shrubs indicate particularly cold summers during which the cell walls of the wood fail to lignify entirely. By analysing the rings of Scots pines and common junipers in Norway, we identified two extreme climatic events in 1877 and 1902, likely linked to the volcanic eruptions of Cotopaxi in Ecuador and Mount Pelée in Martinique. Blue rings were more frequent in pines […]
- Abstract: For many years, Italy lacked a coordinated data collection and monitoring system to support forest protection, management, and planning policies. In particular, there was no nationwide mapping of forested areas with a level of detail adequate for planning and management needs. Several regions and autonomous provinces have developed local forestry maps and cartographies based on their regulations and requirements to fill this gap. However, only recently, thanks to a […]
- Abstract: Forest fires represent a growing threat to ecosystems and communities in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and North Africa), with the year 2023 ranking among the five most critical years since 2000. In Italy, forest fires showed a significant intensification, with a 36% increase in total burned areas compared to 2022, affecting 1073 km2 of territory, of which 157 km2 were covered by forests. The analysis of affected […]