Analysis function
The analysis function is an important part of the SLU Forest Damage Centre. Our analysts investigate the risk for national outbreaks, compile knowledge and provide support in the event of outbreaks or other incidents.
Assignment
To analyse national outbreak risks on an ongoing basis based on existing data (e.g. monitoring data),
To produce risk maps based on e.g. geodata or to develop evidence on how to reduce risks both now and in the future,
To compile knowledge and to carry out impact assessments, identifying knowledge gaps,
To contribute to the centre by providing knowledge support in the event of any kind of outbreak/incident, thereby contributing to both external and internal communication.
Our analysts
Damage caused by insects
Damage caused by fungi, bacteria and viruses
Iryna Matsiakh and Audrius Menkis
Damage caused by wildlife
Damage caused by fire and drought
Damage caused by wind and snow
Teresa López-Andújar Fustel, start the assignment 1 January 2025