Visit to Malcolm Knapp Research Forest
Our research group visited Malcolm Knapp Research Forest on April 15, 2025, to explore forestry operations up close. We observed harvesting activities, road construction, and toured a local sawmill, gaining valuable insights into the operational side of forest management.
Congratulations to Dr. Taraneh Sowlati on being recognized among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in 2024!
We are proud to share that Dr. Taraneh Sowlati has been named among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in Elsevier’s 2024 update, based on data compiled by Stanford University. This prestigious recognition reflects Dr. Sowlati’s outstanding research contributions and sustained impact in her field. This global ranking identifies scientists whose work is frequently cited […]
Congratulations to Dr. Taraneh Sowlati for receiving the Faculty of Forestry Excellence in Graduate Supervision Award!
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Taraneh Sowlati is the winner of the Excellence in Graduate Supervision Award in the Faculty of Forestry. This well-deserved recognition celebrates her outstanding dedication to graduate mentorship and research leadership. We wish her continued success in all her future endeavors! Many congratulations! https://forestry.ubc.ca/news/taraneh-sowlati-awarded-excellence-in-graduate-supervision-award/
NOVAPAN Visits Our Research Group
We were pleased to host NOVAPAN during their visit to our research group. Having successfully completed a collaborative project together, we appreciate the opportunity to reflect on our achievements and explore future collaborations. Thank you for taking the time to visit us—we look forward to what’s ahead!
Invitation to Hybrid EDI Event: Incorporating EDI in Teaching, Research, and Modeling (April 3, 2025) – Register Now!
We are pleased to invite you to a half-day hybrid Equity, Diversity and Inclusion event hosted by the UBC Faculty of Forestry and made possible through the generous funding support of the Canadian Operational Research Society (CORS). The event titled “Incorporating EDI in Teaching, Research, and Modeling” will feature engaging talks and a plenary session. 📅 […]
Congratulations to Kimiya for advancing to the UBC 3MT Finals!
We’re thrilled to share that Kimiya Rahmani Mokarrari has advanced to the finals of UBC’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition! After an impressive performance in the semi-finals, she was selected as one of top presenters, securing her spot in the final round. The 3MT challenges graduate students to present their research in just three minutes […]
Welcome to Madhavi Kreeti, our new Visiting International PhD Student!
We are excited to welcome Madhavi Kreeti to our research group. Madhavi Kreeti is a PhD scholar at the Centre for Environment, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India, working under the joint supervision of Prof. Anamika Barua and Prof. C. Mallikarjuna. She will undertake part of her PhD thesis in a collaborative effort between UBC […]
Exciting News from the Forestry 3MT Heat!
Kimiya Rahmani Mokarrari and Shayan Razmi, two of our talented IERG members, recently participated in the Forestry 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) heat, competing alongside 15 other students. Both did an incredible job simplifying their research into clear and engaging presentations in just three minutes! We’re thrilled to announce that Kimiya has advanced to the semi-finals, but […]
Welcome to our new Master’s student, Ava Saeidvafa!
We are excited to welcome Ava Saeidvafa to our research group as she begins her Master’s degree. We wish her every success in her studies and look forward to her accomplishments in the program.
IERG Visit to Kruger Paper Mill
On February 12th, our research group visited the Kruger Paper Mill in New Westminster, which is Canada’s leading manufacturer of high-quality tissue products for household, industrial, and commercial use. During the visit, we toured their manufacturing process, gaining valuable insights into their production techniques and operations.