Frank H. Koch

Frank H. Koch is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North Carolina State University. He specializes in quantitative and spatial analysis of forest health, focusing on invasive forest pests and invasion risk modeling across multiple spatial scales. His expertise includes Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and ecological risk assessment.

Education:

• B.A., Duke University (1993)
• M.S., North Carolina State University (2001)
• Ph.D., North Carolina State University (2005)

Research interests emphasize the application of spatial analytics to understand invasive species dynamics, forest pest impacts, and climate-related threats. His work bridges ecological theory with practical management solutions for forest health preservation. Recent studies explore urban tree mortality patterns, pest dispersal mechanisms, and risk mapping methodologies under uncertainty.

Publications highlight advancements in invasion risk modeling, spatial decision support systems, and the ecological consequences of invasive insects. His interdisciplinary approach integrates climatology, entomology, and geospatial technologies to address pressing environmental challenges.