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.
Profile
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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.