Georg Gratzer

Georg Gratzer is a Professor at the Institute of Forest Ecology, Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). He focuses on forest ecology, climate change adaptation, sustainable forest management, and biodiversity conservation, with extensive work in disturbance ecology and agroforestry systems. His projects span Austria, Bhutan, Ethiopia, and Nepal, addressing ecosystem services, SDG 15, and community-based forestry.

Education:

• Habilitation (2004)
• Doctoral Degree (1997)
• Diploma (1993)

Research Interests:

• Forest dynamics under climate change
• Disturbance ecology (avalanches, fires, pests)
• Agroforestry and sustainable livelihoods
• SDG 15 implementation
• Seed production and regeneration
• Biodiversity in mountain ecosystems

Recent Publications: His 15 most recent articles address SDG 15, forest resilience, seedling dynamics, and climate impacts on ecosystems, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches and stakeholder engagement.

Scientific Awards:

• 1999: Bodenkulturpreis der Wirtschaftskammer Wien

Community Services: He serves as a reviewer for journals like African Journal of Ecology and Forest Ecology and Management, and as an editorial board member for Mountain Research and Development. He contributes to committees including the Scientific Board of the Biosphere Reserve Wienerwald and the UNINETZ SDG coordination.