Forest Science and Technology Board
The Forest Science and Technology Board (FS&TB) provides the Society an effective means for the dissemination of forest sciences.
Goals
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Develop objectives for the implementation of science and technology programs and activities.
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Establish Communities of Interests—formerly known as SAF Working Groups within subject areas as the need is evident.
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Provide guidelines for engagement for Communities of Interest to achieve their objectives in the dissemination and use of forest science
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Work with state society science and technology coordinators to identify emerging issues and SAF membership needs in forest science and technology.
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Recommend national award recipients for science-related awards and others at the direction of the Board of Directors.
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Support the activities of the Committee on Forest Policy by identifying appropriate experts to aid in the review of issues and position statements.
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Support and contribute to planning the SAF annual convention.
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Provide leadership and administration for the Kurt Gottschalk Science Fund.
Board Composition
FS&TB is comprised of a chair and representatives of six subject areas: Resources Measurements; Forest Systems; Ecology and Biology; Management and Utilization; Decision Sciences; and Social and Related Sciences, and representatives of three geographic regions – Northeast, Southeast, and West.
Current FS&TB Members
Chair: Dr. Kristen Waring
Resource Measurements: Stephanie Patton
Forest Systems: Dr. Zhu Ning
Ecology and Biology: Justin Waskiewicz
Management and Utilization: Brad Shoemaker, CF
Decision Sciences: Dr. Robert Grala
Social and Related Sciences: Dr. Emily Huff
Northern: Dr. Tony D’Amato, CF
Southern: Dr. Jason Gordon
Western: Dr. Mark Kimsey