Jennifer Killian

Jennifer Killian is an Assistant Professor (Practice) in Urban Forestry at Oregon State University's College of Forestry, affiliated with the Department of Forest Ecosystems & Society. She serves as an Urban Forest Extension Specialist, focusing on outreach and engagement. Her primary roles include advancing urban forestry practices, community education, and wildfire risk mitigation.

Her research interests span arboriculture, tree species selection for climate resilience, equity in urban tree canopy distribution, and the integration of green infrastructure into ecosystem services frameworks. She emphasizes practical applications to enhance forest health and community-driven urban forest management strategies.

No specific grants, advising records, or lab affiliations are listed in the provided text. Her work bridges academic research with real-world urban forestry challenges, prioritizing actionable solutions for wildfire prevention, biodiversity, and equitable access to urban green spaces.