Richard T. Forman is a Professor Emeritus at Harvard University in the Graduate School of Design, specializing in advanced environmental studies and landscape ecology. He has a B.S. from Haverford College and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, along with several honorary degrees. His academic career includes teaching at various prestigious institutions, including the University of Wisconsin and Rutgers University. Forman is renowned for his significant contributions to landscape ecology, being recognized as the 'father' of the discipline, and has pioneered the concepts of urban ecology and road ecology. His influential publications, such as 'Landscape Ecology' and 'Land Mosaics', have shaped the field and extended the application of landscape ecology principles to urban planning and design. As an esteemed researcher, Forman has been awarded numerous honors and has served in leadership roles within various ecological societies. He has directed ecological research centers and has been an active voice in conservation efforts globally, collaborating extensively with professionals in related fields to enrich our understanding of spatial ecology and its practical applications.
Harvard University • Cambridge, MA, USA
Directed programs and conducted research in landscape ecology, serving in various teaching capacities.
University of Wisconsin • Madison, WI, USA
Taught courses in Botany and Zoology.
Rutgers University • New Brunswick, NJ, USA
Served as a faculty member and director of the Hutcheson Memorial Forest Center.