Seminar on

Forests of the Future

Carbon and Nutrient Cycling Responses of Temperate Forests to Elevated Atmospheric CO2 in Forests

September 12th, 2024Seminar Hall, PG-Block, SEECS, NUST, Islamabad, Pakistan

About The Seminar

This seminar is aimed at exploring the impacts of elevated atmospheric CO2 on the carbon and nutrient cycling in temperate forests. Professor Sami Ullah will discuss groundbreaking research conducted at the Birmingham Institute of Forest Research (BIFoR), particularly focusing on key findings from the Free Air Carbon Dioxide Enrichment (FACE) facility. The seminar will also include an introduction to BIFoR, highlighting its multidisciplinary approach to forest research and its significance in addressing global environmental challenges.

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Agenda

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Introduction to BIFoR

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FACE Facility and Its Role in Simulating Future Atmospheric Conditions

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Seminar Presentation: “Forests of the Future”

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Presentation of Key Findings on Carbon Sequestration and Nutrient Cycling

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Role of AI and Data Analytics in Monitoring Soil Processes and Forest Responses

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Q&A Session

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Broader Implications and Future Directions

Expected Outcomes

Gaining insights into the effects of elevated atmospheric CO2 on forest ecosystems, particularly in the context of carbon and nutrient cycling.

Highlighting the vulnerability and adaptability of forest ecosystems in the face of climate change, stressing the importance of proactive forest management.

Learning about the complex interactions between trees, soil, and the atmosphere under future climate conditions, with a focus on how AI and data science can enhance monitoring and analysis of these processes.

Exploring AI, Machine Learning, and Data Science for efficient and improved soil process modelling, forest health monitoring, and prediction of ecosystem responses to environmental changes.

Inspiring collaborative research opportunities between NUST and BIFoR, fostering cross-institutional partnerships.

Informing environmental policies and practices related to forest management and climate change mitigation.

Speaker Biography

Professor Sami Ullah, PhD, M.I. Soil Sci.

Professor Sami Ullah is a renowned biogeochemist specializing in nitrogen and its interaction with carbon and phosphorus cycling in various ecosystems, including forests. With a PhD in Biogeochemistry from Louisiana State University, his research spans several key areas, including microbial functions, greenhouse gas fluxes, and the impact of land-use and climate change. His work is instrumental in advancing our understanding of environmental chemistry and its broader implications.

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About BIFoR

The Birmingham Institute of Forest Research (BIFoR) is a leading research institute dedicated to understanding the complexities of forest ecosystems in the face of global environmental change. With a focus on climate, health, global perspectives, and urban interconnectivity, BIFoR conducts cutting-edge research that informs both academic inquiry and practical applications. The BIFoR FACE facility provides critical data on how forests might respond to future atmospheric conditions.

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