Lei Tian | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Lei Tian | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing Forestry University, China

🌲 Lei Tian is a dedicated researcher in the field of forest sciences, affiliated with the College of Forestry at Nanjing Forestry University in China and the Department of Forest Sciences at the University of Helsinki in Finland. His work focuses on forest carbon sinks, climate change, and land use dynamics. With a strong academic background and a passion for forestry, Lei Tian is committed to advancing our understanding of forest ecosystems and their response to environmental changes. 📚🌍

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Education

🎓 PhD in Forest Management (09/2021 – Present) College of Forestry, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, China. Department of Forest Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Master of Geomatics Engineering (09/2018 – 01/2021) School of Geomatics, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, China. Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China. Bachelor of Surveying & Mapping Engineering (09/2013 – 06/2018) School of Environment and Surveying Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, China

Experience

💼 Postgraduate Research & Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province
Lei Tian has actively participated in several research projects supported by the Jiangsu Provincial Education Department, contributing to the publication of multiple journal papers and the production of valuable datasets. His work spans forest age mapping, land use change simulations, and carbon storage assessments. 🌳🔬

💼 National Key Research and Development Program
As a major participant, Lei Tian contributed to research on remote sensing monitoring of land use changes, resulting in significant publications and datasets on land use classification and alpine timberline distribution. 🏞️🛰️

💼 Strategic Pioneer Special Project of Chinese Academy of Sciences
In this project, Lei Tian was involved in international scientific data sharing, focusing on forest type classification and contributing to high-impact research publications. 🌍📊

Research Interests

include the estimation of forest carbon sinks, forest carbon storage modeling, the response of forests to climate change, land use change, and urban heat islands. He is passionate about leveraging remote sensing and GIS technologies to address critical environmental challenges. 🌳🌡️

Awards

Lei Tian has been awarded multiple first-class academic scholarships, merit student scholarships, and recognitions for his outstanding contributions to research and academia. His accolades reflect his dedication and excellence in the field of forest sciences. 🌟📜

Publications

How forest age impacts on net primary productivity: insights from future multi-scenarios. Forest Ecosystems, 100228. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fecs.2024.100228. (SCI, Q1)

Forest Age Mapping Using Landsat Time-Series Stacks Data Based on Forest Disturbance and Empirical Relationships between Age and Height. Remote Sensing, 15, 2862. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs15112862. (SCI, Q1)

Prediction of Land Surface Temperature Considering Future Land Use Change Effects Under Climate Change Scenarios in Nanjing City, China. Remote Sensing, 15, 2914. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs15112914. (SCI, Q1)

Review of Remote Sensing-Based Methods for Forest Aboveground Biomass Estimation: Progress, Challenges, and Prospects. Forests, 14, 1086. https://doi.org/10.3390/f14061086. (SCI, Q1)

Dynamics of the alpine timberline and its response to climate change in the Hengduan mountains over the period 1985–2015. Ecological Indicators, 135, 108589. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecolind.2022.108589. (SCI, Q1)

Bi-Temporal Analysis of Spatial Changes of Boreal Forest Cover and Species in Siberia for the Years 1985 and 2015. Remote Sensing, 12(24), 4116. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs12244116. (SCI, Q1)

Roger Williams | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Roger Williams | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, The Ohio State University, United States

🌳 Roger A. Williams is a distinguished scholar in Forest Resource Management, currently serving as the Academic Director of the China Gateway at The Ohio State University’s Office of International Affairs. With a rich academic and professional background, Dr. Williams has significantly contributed to forestry education and research. He has extensive international experience, particularly in China, where he has developed academic programs and negotiated key agreements to enhance educational collaborations. His work has earned him numerous accolades, reflecting his dedication to advancing forestry science and education globally.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Roger A. Williams holds a Ph.D. in Forest Resource Management from the University of Maine (1986), an M.S. in Forestry from The Ohio State University (1981), and a B.S. in Forest Biology from The Ohio State University (1977). His educational background has laid a strong foundation for his extensive research and teaching career.

Experience

🌍 Dr. Williams has been serving as the Academic Director of the China Gateway at The Ohio State University since 2023, fostering global partnerships and educational programs. He has been an affiliated faculty member at The Sustainability Institute at The Ohio State University since 2019. His international experience includes developing a one-year academic program in horticultural management for Chinese students and negotiating a multi-year MOU with Northeast Forestry University in China.

Research Interests

🔬 Dr. Williams’ research interests span various aspects of forest management, including the evaluation of crown structure, site index, and the impact of forest management practices on soil and water quality. He has a keen interest in the application of near-infrared spectroscopy and transfer learning in forestry research, as well as the characterization of wildland fuels and fire intensity.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Williams’ contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the National Educator Award from the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (2018), the Golden Silk Ball Award from the Government of Guangxi Province, China (2011), and the Outstanding Advisor Award from the College of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University (2002). His research has also received accolades at international forums, highlighting the global impact of his work.

Publications

Wang, Z., Zhang, Z., Williams, R.A., Li, Y. (2024). NIR Inversion Model of Larch Wood Density at Different Moisture Contents Based on MVO-BPNN. J Appl Spectrosc 91, 472–479. Read More. Cited by: 3 articles.

Dong, Z.; Williams, R.A. (2024). Characterization of Wildland Fuels Based on Topography and Forest Attributes in North-Central Appalachia. Fire 7, no. 4: 145. Read More. Cited by: 5 articles.

Ford BT, Kim JT, Dong Z, Williams R, Kumar M. (2024). Wildland Fire Rate of Spread Estimation Using an Autonomous Unmanned Aerial System: A Case Study. AIAA 2024-0093. AIAA SCITECH 2024 Forum. Read More. Cited by: 2 articles.

Zhang, Z., Zhong, H., Li, Y., Williams, R.A., Peng, R., Chen, Y., Liu, X. (2023). Predicting components of pulpwood feedstock for different physical forms and tree species using NIR spectroscopy and transfer learning. Cellulose. Read More. Cited by: 7 articles.

Dong, Z.; Williams, R.A. (2023). Effects of wildland fuel composition on fire intensity. Fire 6, 312. Read More. Cited by: 6 articles.