In this episode, MS student Bret Elgersma tells us about his research using LiDAR on an experimental oak-pine plantation to capture data on the forest’s structural complexity and composition.
Step Outside: Describing Structural Complexity of a Forest with LiDAR
MS Assistantship Available to Study Bog Turtles in Tennessee
Professor Charles Kwit is offering a two-year MS Research/Teaching Assistantship.
Step Outside: Investigating the Life History of the Laurel Dace through a Surrogate Species
MS student and Tennessee Aquarium employee Shawna Fix explains how studying the life history of a closely related species gives scientists more information on the endangered Laurel Dace. Listen toā¦
2/24 Seminar: Natural Resource Management in the US Virgin Islands
Join us for a seminar giving a summary of natural resources management in the US Virgin Islands.
Step Outside: Investigating Motivations, Satisfaction, and Constraints of Small Game Hunters
In this month’s Step Outside podcast, we learn about the psychology behind the hunt. Graduate student Kiley Davan tells us about the human dimensions of small game hunting.
Two UTIA Leaders Honored by APLU
Neal Schrick and Hongwei Xin Recognized as FSLI Fellows
UTIA Appoints New Dean of UT Extension
Ashley M. Stokes to Begin Role in February 2021
An Introduction to the American Chestnut
A new self-guided course is being offered through the Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries. Stacy Clark, research forester with the USDA Forest Service and adjunct assistant professor, created theā¦
Step Outside: Prevention and Mitigation of a Dangerous Amphibian Pathogen
In this episode of Step Outside, David Carter and Adri Tompros discuss their research on Bsal, a recently discovered pathogen that eats away at amphibian skin. Bsal has been found across Europe, and Davis and Adri are part of a concerted effort to prevent further spread and transmission in the US.
President Boyd Donates $200,000 to UT Extension
Gift to Support County-Level Programming and Facilities