Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki
| Established | 1961 |
|---|---|
| Research type | Public |
| Location | Thessaloniki, Greece |
| Website | www.fri.gr |
The Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki (In Greek: Ινστιτούτο Δασικών Ερευνών Θεσσαλονίκης)[1] is a leading public research institution in Greece specializing in forest science, ecosystem management, and environmental conservation.[2]
It is located outside of the Thessaloniki city and operates under the supervision of the Hellenic Agricultural Organization – DEMETER (ΕΛΓΟ - Δήμητρα).[3]
History
The institute was founded in 1961 to support research related to forestry, forest ecosystems, and environmental protection in northern Greece.[4][5]
Since its establishment, the Forest Research Institute has contributed significantly to the development of forestry practices, reforestation efforts, and biodiversity conservation.[6]
Research areas
Forest Research Institute focuses on a broad range of topics, including:
- Forest ecology and biodiversity[7]
- Silviculture and sustainable forest management[8]
- Reforestation and afforestation techniques[9]
- Climate change impacts on forests[10]
- Forest fire ecology and prevention[11]
- Soil science and forest hydrology
References
- ^ "Forest Research Institute Thessaloniki - ERA-LEARN Profile". ERA-LEARN. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- ^ Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki - About Us
- ^ Hellenic Agricultural Organization – DEMETER
- ^ History of the Forest Research Institute
- ^ "Research from the Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki Published in Silva Balcanica". Silva Balcanica. 2011. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- ^ Biodiversity Research Projects at FRI
- ^ Forest Ecology Research
- ^ Silviculture Research at FRI
- ^ Reforestation Techniques
- ^ Forests and Climate Change Research
- ^ Forest Fire Ecology and Prevention
Further reading
- "International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO)". IUFRO. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- "Linking Forest Research in the Mediterranean Area" (PDF). Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). 2010. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- "Forest Research Institute Thessaloniki - ERA-LEARN Profile". ERA-LEARN. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- Varela, E. (2014). "Linking the Forest Research in the Mediterranean Area: A Framework to Improve Research Capacities and Cooperation". ResearchGate. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- "Research from the Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki Published in Silva Balcanica". Silva Balcanica. 2011. Retrieved 27 April 2025.
- "Sani Resort Joins Forces with Forest Research Institute". LinkedIn. 2024. Retrieved 27 April 2025.