Long-term forest responses to disturbances

Forest ecosystems are constantly shaped by a wide range of natural and human-induced disturbances that influence their structure, composition, and long-term dynamics. Among these disturbances, insect outbreaks, fires, and climatic variations play a critical role in the development and transformation of both boreal and temperate forests. These events, by altering environmental conditions and modifying interspecies interactions, generate complex ecological trajectories. Understanding these dynamics requires a multidisciplinary approach that integrates such as dendrochronology, paleoecology, and ecosystem modelling. My work seeks to bridge the gap between ecological history and modern forest management by uncovering how forests have responded to past disturbances and using that knowledge to inform future strategies. By embracing a long-term perspective and recognizing the diversity of forest responses across regions and ecosystems, we can develop more resilient and sustainable approaches to forest conservation in the face of global change.