Michael Simmons

Michael Simmons is a Lecturer at the Thompson School of Applied Science, part of the University of New Hampshire's College of Life Sciences and Agriculture, within the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment. His teaching focuses on sustainable forest management, covering areas such as forest ecology, silviculture, and forest products. He is also a PhD Candidate in Earth and Environmental Science at UNH, researching red pine decline linked to insects, pathogens, and environmental factors in New England.

• Education: M.S., B.S., and A.A.S. in Forestry from the University of New Hampshire.

Research Interests: Simmons investigates forest health dynamics, invasive species impacts, and sustainable management practices. His doctoral work addresses ecological and pathological drivers of red pine decline, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to forest conservation. He integrates field methods, ecological modeling, and management strategies to address contemporary forestry challenges.

Publications: His work spans invasive species ecology, forest pathology, and pest impacts, with recent contributions to understanding Diplodia blight in pine ecosystems and glossy buckthorn competition dynamics. Earlier research explored winter moth defoliation effects on New England forests.

Advising/Grants: No specific student advisement or grant details are listed here.