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
- Joseph J, Maripa RD, Wong WVC, Korom A, Phua MHSPECIES-INDEPENDENT ESTIMATION OF DIPTEROCARP WOOD DENSITY USING DRILLING RESISTANCE: IMPLICATIONS FOR CARBON ACCOUNTINGAbstract: Nature-based carbon credit markets are crucial for climate change mitigation in tropical regions. Accurate estimates of aboveground biomass (AGB) in these forests depend on wood density (WD), typically sourced from global databases that do not account for local variability, introducing substantial uncertainties in carbon stock assessments. This study […]
- Shahidinejad F, Jourgholami M, Pourhanifeh MM, Esfandyar AMULTI-SCALE DRIVERS OF WILDFIRE BURN SEVERITY IN CENTRAL ZAGROS: INSIGHTS FROM REMOTE SENSING AND MACHINE LEARNINGAbstract: Over the past few decades, wildfire activity has increased globally. In the Central Zagros Mountains of Iran, widespread oak decline has significantly altered fuel structures and raised ecological concerns. However, the specific contribution of long-term vegetation degradation to wildfire burn severity remains under-quantified. This study addresses this […]
- Meškuotiene A, Kaškonas P, Urbonavičius BG, Balčiunas G, Dobiliene J, Raudiene E, Gailius DVERIFICATION TECHNIQUE FOR A PHOTO-OPTICAL VOLUME MEASURING SYSTEM FOR STACKS OF TIMBER LOGSAbstract: Accurate volume measurement of stacked timber logs is essential for the timber industry. Photo-optical Automated Volume Measuring Systems (AVMS) offer efficient alternatives to manual methods but require verification to ensure reliability. This paper presents a simple, reliable, and easily implementable verification method for AVMS, […]
- Urso T, Costa C, Meneghello C, Zanetti MINFLUENCE OF INORGANIC ELEMENTS ON THE PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF BOG OAK: A CANOCO ANALYSISAbstract: Bog oak is a waterlogged archaeological wood characterized by distinctive physical characteristics that depend on the burial environment, conditions, and duration, making each sample nearly unique. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between chemical composition and the physical characteristics of two bog oak samples using […]
- Guzmán-Santiago JC, Vargas-Larreta B, Gómez-Cárdenas M, Nava-Nava A, Espinosa-Hernández V, González-Trillo AC, Santiago-García W, González-Cubas RABOVEGROUND BIOMASS AND CARBON ESTIMATIONS FOR ABIES RELIGIOSA (KUNTH) SCHLTDL. & CHAM. IN MEXICO: REGIONAL ALLOMETRIC MODELSAbstract: Accurate estimation of forest biomass and carbon is essential for understanding ecosystem functions and supporting climate change mitigation efforts. This study presents regionally calibrated allometric equations to estimate aboveground biomass and carbon across different forest regions in Mexico, […]
- Caldeira RFL, Miguel EP, Dos Santos JA, Dos Santos ML, Azevedo GB, Matricardi EAT, Scariot A, Martins MSFUNCTIONAL TRAITS AND FUNCTIONAL DIVERSITY METRICS IN ABOVEGROUND BIOMASS ESTIMATION IN DIFFERENT PHYSIOGNOMIES OF CERRADOAbstract: Growing concerns about climate change and biodiversity loss have increased the importance of research on vegetation ecology and ecosystem functioning for understanding forests and savannas. Functional diversity is a field of study that has expanded in recent years, […]
- Knežević J, Musić J, Halilović V, Comaga A, Pamić E, Karišik AWOOD DEFECTS IN SILVER FIR (ABIES ALBA MILL.) FROM MIXED UNEVEN-AGED FOREST STANDSAbstract: Knowledge of the quantity and quality of forest wood assortments obtainable from trees is crucial for their economical utilization. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the quality assessment and classification of forest wood assortments are carried out according to Yugoslav standards (JUS), which base the grading process on […]
- Bottan L, Lencinas MV, Peri PL, Arena M, Martínez Pastur GPHOTOCHEMICAL EFFICIENCY AND VARIATION IN PHOTOSYNTHETIC PIGMENTS IN NOTHOFAGUS PUMILIO SEEDLINGS GROWING UNDER LIGHT INTENSITY AND SOIL MOISTURE GRADIENTSAbstract: Regeneration dynamics in forest ecosystems depend on seedlings’ ability to persist in shaded understories and, following canopy opening, to rapidly adjust physiologically to new, contrasting light and soil moisture conditions. In this study, we examined the real-time efficiency of the photosynthetic […]
- Corona P, Mattioli W, Brunori A, Marchi E, Mori P, Sacchelli S, D’Amico GDIGITALIZATION CHALLENGES IN OPERATIONAL FORESTRY: EVIDENCE FROM A STAKEHOLDER SURVEY IN ITALYAbstract: Digitalization is increasingly recognized as a major driver of innovation in the forestry sector. However, the adoption of digital technologies remains uneven, particularly in structurally fragmented forestry systems such as those found in Southern Europe. This study aims to analyze and discuss stakeholders’ expectations, perceived […]
- Cuza P, Platovschii N, Zdioruk NFUNCTIONAL AND ANTIOXIDANT RESPONSES TO NATURAL HEAT STRESS IN FAGUS SYLVATICA AND QUERCUS ROBUR: EFFECTS OF ECOLOGICAL ADAPTATION AND ONTOGENETIC STAGEAbstract: Heat waves and prolonged droughts affect the ecological and physiological processes of forest trees, yet their responses vary by species and ontogenetic stage. In this study, we analyzed the functional and antioxidant responses of seedlings and mature trees of Fagus sylvatica (shade-tolerant species) and […]
Forest@ – Rivista di Selvicoltura ed Ecologia Forestale
- Abstract: We investigated the degree of strategic coherence between the Italian National Forest Strategy and the National Biodiversity Strategy 2030, focusing on how conservation and active forest management are framed within national governance. A qualitative two-level analysis was conducted. First, we examined the overall architecture of both strategies, including vision, objectives, governance models, implementation tools, and monitoring systems. Second, we performed a thematic comparative assessment across nine policy domains relevant […]
- Abstract: Wood used as a furnishing material is a key element in interior architecture, driven by the growing desire to live in a healthy, environmentally sustainable setting. The selection of finishing and furnishing materials does not merely address aesthetic and performance requirements, but also contributes to the overall (perceived) quality of the space and, potentially, to users’ perceived well-being. This study aims to assess the perception of well-being associated with […]
- 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: 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: 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 […]