David Carter

Dr. David Carter is an Assistant Professor of Applied Forest Ecology and Silviculture at the Department of Forestry, Michigan State University (MSU). He holds a Ph.D. in Forest Resources (2018) from the University of Minnesota, an M.S. in Forest Resources (2015) from the University of Maine, and a B.S. in Forest Science (2010) from the University of Wisconsin.

His research focuses on manipulating forest structure and composition to address climate change adaptation, forest restoration, and high-yield forestry. He has co-directed the Forest Productivity Cooperative at Virginia Tech and teaches courses like the National Advanced Silviculture Program and Applied Forest Ecology 406L.

Awards:

• Fralin Life Sciences Junior Scholar Award (2022)
• Carolyn Crosby Grant (2016)
• Outstanding Master’s Student Award (2015)

Dr. Carter’s work includes over 40 peer-reviewed publications on topics like forest productivity optimization, soil nutrient dynamics, and remote sensing applications. He is affiliated with the Hanover Forest Science Seminar Series and contributes to initiatives like the Forest Carbon & Climate Program at MSU.