Harald Säll

Harald Säll is a Lecturer in Wood Science at the Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, Linnaeus University, Sweden. His research focuses on linking forest management practices to wood properties, particularly spiral grain in conifers and sustainable forestry applications. He holds a PhD (2002) from Växjö University on spiral grain in Norway spruce.

**Education & Career**: Trained as a forester, with prior roles including District Manager at Sydved AB (timber purchasing/harvesting) and 9 years leading Asa Experimental Park (research station under Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences). Current teaching includes courses on Hardwood Processing, Forestry Business, and Sustainable Family Forestry.

**Research Interests**: Integrates silvicultural practices with timber quality, genetic improvement of tree species, and wood utilization. Specializes in spiral grain effects on mechanical properties, drought-tolerant Eucalyptus species, and Douglas fir regeneration.

**Recent Trends**: Articles emphasize cross-disciplinary approaches (e.g., combining genetics with engineering for timber optimization) and global applications in arid forestry systems. Active in educational outreach through Mozambique university collaborations and industry training programs.

**Advising & Grants**: Supervises 2 PhD students investigating Douglas fir regeneration and knowledge transfer. Engaged in projects like 'Adaptation of Silviculture to Climate Change' focusing on practical implementation for small-scale forest owners.

**Labs & Teams**: Member of Linnaeus University's Forest Products and Small-scale Forestry research groups. Collaborates with South African institutions on dryland forestry innovations.