Yann Vitasse

PD Dr. Yann Vitasse is a Scientific staff member at the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) in Birmensdorf, Switzerland. His research focuses on forest dynamics, ecosystem ecology, and the impacts of climate change on tree phenology and resilience. He leads and contributes to projects investigating tree species adaptation to future climates, phenological shifts, drought effects, and frost tolerance. Key projects include analyses of mast seeding integration into phenology networks, carbon-source dynamics, and defoliation fingerprints in tree rings.

His work bridges field experiments, remote sensing, and machine learning, with a focus on understanding how environmental changes influence forest ecosystems. Recent publications highlight advancements in phenology modeling, tree stress responses, and climate-driven ecological interactions. Vitasse collaborates widely, contributing to global initiatives like the SwissPhenocam project and COMMON-RING studies. His research underscores the urgency of addressing climate change impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services.