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Dr. Guangyu Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Forest Resources Management within the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia. He serves as Associate Dean for Asian Strategies and Director of the Asia Forest Research Centre, demonstrating significant leadership within the institution. His academic profile includes membership in the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies program where he supervises students in Forestry (MASc, MFor, MSc, PhD).
Dr. Wang's research interests span sustainable forest management and integrated watershed management, with particular emphasis on computer modeling applications. His work focuses on watershed-scale forest restoration, sustainable development projects, and Chinese forest management practices. He has developed innovative management plans and sustainable models specifically for Chinese forests. Current research includes climate change adaptation, forest carbon markets, and strategic planning for natural resources.
His research portfolio includes leadership of several major initiatives: the Asia Forest Research Centre, National Park Research Center, Adaptation of Asia-Pacific Forests to Climate Change project, Asia-Pacific Forestry Education Coordination Mechanism, and the Asia-Pacific Network for Sustainable Forest Management and Rehabilitation (APFNet) Americas Office. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on carbon sequestration, forest therapy benefits, national park management, and the impacts of environmental factors on forest ecosystems across multiple continents.
- Asia Forest Research Centre (AFRC) - Promoting regionally specific research to enhance forestry practices in Asia
- National Park Research Center (NPRC) - Analyzing and evaluating national park management approaches worldwide
- Adaptation of Asia-Pacific Forests to Climate Change - Developing management strategies for climate-resilient forests
- Multidisciplinary Institute of Natural Therapy (MINT) - Bridging scientific understanding of forest therapy impacts
Dr. Wang's work demonstrates a strong commitment to international collaboration, particularly between Canada and Asia-Pacific countries, addressing critical challenges in sustainable forest management, climate change adaptation, and the human-forest relationship. His research combines technical modeling approaches with practical applications for forest management policy and practice.
