PhD course: Ecophysiological concepts and applications in forests, 7.5 ECTS
Ecophysiology explores how organisms interact with their environment, focusing on the exchange of elements between organisms and their surroundings.
Start date: 27 October 2025 09:00
End date: 5 December 2025 16:00
Organiser: Department of Forest Ecology and Management
Venue: Online/Bangkok, Thailand
Location: Online, Other location
Participation fee: A course fee of 3000 SEK will cover accommodation costs.
By linking measurements at the cellular, leaf, or root level to processes occurring across entire canopies and ecosystems, ecophysiology provides a mechanistic understanding of how forests respond to changing conditions, such as climate change or management practices.
This course is structured around seven key themes: biometry, soil, nitrogen, water, climate, photosynthesis, and modeling. Each topic includes a combination of literature study, lectures, seminars or exercises, and at least one dedicated field day. Throughout the course, students will develop the ability to apply ecophysiological principles and techniques to issues related to forest growth. The principles are equally applicable to any type of forest ecosystem.
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Programs
The course begins with web-based journal clubs (27/10/2025 - 21/11/2025), then we will all meet in Bangkok, Thailand. Indoor classes led by prominent experts will be complemented by outdoor exercises and visits to scientific field sites, including the research center in Kao Yai National Park 24/11/2025 - 5/12/2025).