Ahto Kangur

Ahto Kangur is a Professor of Forest Management and Wood Processing Technologies and Head of the Chair at the Institute of Forestry and Engineering, Estonian University of Life Sciences. His work focuses on forest management planning, wood processing technologies, and sustainable forestry practices in the hemiboreal region.

Professor Kangur's research interests span a wide range of forestry topics including:

• Forest growth modeling and dynamics
• Climate change impacts on forest ecosystems
• Sustainable forest management practices
• Wood processing technologies
• Forest ecosystem structure and biodiversity
• Atmosphere-biosphere interactions in forest ecosystems

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on hemiboreal forest ecosystems, particularly in Estonia. Kangur's research examines tree growth responses to climate variables, forest structural complexity, and the impacts of management practices on forest ecosystems. He has made significant contributions to understanding Scots pine growth patterns, forest disturbance dynamics, and carbon cycling in hemiboreal forests. His work often involves long-term monitoring data from experimental forest sites like Järvselja.

Professor Kangur has been actively involved in several research projects related to forest ecosystem monitoring, including work with the SMEAR Estonia measuring station which tracks atmosphere-biosphere interactions. His publications indicate a strong interdisciplinary approach that bridges forest ecology, climate science, and forest management.

As Head of the Chair of Forest and Land Management and Wood Processing Technologies, Kangur oversees academic programs and research activities in his department. His leadership contributes to the development of forestry education and research at the Estonian University of Life Sciences.