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Simon M. Landhausser is a professor in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life, and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta, specializing in Renewable Resources. His research primarily investigates forest land reclamation and applied forest ecology, addressing the complex challenges associated with restoring disturbed lands to sustain boreal forest ecosystems. A core focus of his work is developing innovative strategies for re-establishing forests on surface-mined lands, particularly through understanding the factors influencing forest canopy cover and its critical role in determining successional pathways in these ecosystems. Landhausser's ongoing research includes the establishment of trembling aspen, an early successional species native to boreal forests, and the use of nurse crops in forest development. His interests further extend to ecophysiology—including growth, photosynthesis, water relations, and carbon allocation—particularly in relation to boreal forest species' responses to abiotic and biotic factors. He also explores the effects of forest management practices on aspen regeneration and the overall vegetation management in boreal forests.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management