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Appendix B: Research Needs
Pages 63-71

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... · ~ understand the genetic basis for the unique biology of forest organisms, many of which are perennial woody plants or microorganisms that cannot yet be cultured in the laboratory. 1b develop new model systems that allow forest organisms to be investigated in the laboratory or in controlled environments to facilitate studies of forest biology and forest ecosystems.
From page 64...
... · 1b identify key organisms (including insects and microorganismsfor example, mycorrhizal fungi) that play important roles in forest ecosystems and to obtain basic information regarding the genetics and physiology of these organisms and the underlying mechanisms by which they interact with and contribute to other important forest components.
From page 65...
... Landscape Ecology · Tb develop models and other analytic tools for assessing effects of various landscape patterns on resource values over long periods of time. · 1b expand information on the effects of forest patch sizes and configurations on such forest attributes as biological diversity.
From page 66...
... and-species distribution in relation to changing climatic conditions. · To define the importance and ecological significance of native, convolved elements of biological diversity versus those that are alien.
From page 67...
... · 1b investigate modifications in forestry practices that will enhance wildlife, water, scenery, and recreational values, and still allow efficient wood production. ~ develop technologies for harvesting, site preparation, regeneration, early plantation management, and protection of the forest from fire, insects, and disease that minimize the use of potentially dangerous or otherwise unacceptable forestry practices.
From page 68...
... · 1b develop educational programs for extension specialists on the utilization of sociological knowledge within extension programming; at the same time to encourage forest social scientists to seek careers in forestry extension. WOOD AS A RAW MATERIAL The Need for a Major and Sustained Commitment to Forest Products Research in the United States · 1b understand certain tree species groups since U.S.
From page 69...
... . ~ improve understanding of the fundamental mechanisms of decay, formulate new approaches to decay control, and develop multifunctional chemical treatments that simultaneously contribute durability, weathering stability, decay resistance, and fire protection to wood products.
From page 70...
... · ~ collect, analyze, monitor, and disseminate data on domestic and worldwide natural resource inventories and international trade. · ~ develop economic models that explore how international trade and debt policies can foster equity among nations in both benefits and costs of environmentally sound management of natural resources coupled with sustainable economic growth.
From page 71...
... and international natural resource policies that will encourage sound land use, integrating forest management with watershed management to reduce erosion, lessen stream flow alterations, and reduce water pollution. · To establish regional International Made and Development Centers (ITDCs)


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