Forest Science and Technology Centre of Catalonia

Home-range ecology of seven Palaearctic steppe bird species: a meta-analysis of spatial dimensions and ecological knowledge gaps

Home range size (HRS) is a key metric in spatial ecology and conservation, but published estimates often differ across studies due to variation in ecological context, demographic composition (sex, age), annual cycle period, and tracking technology. Steppe birds –among the most th...

Digitizing tree marking operations: a comparative field performance evaluation of the RFID technology for timber traceability

The integration of digital technologies into forest management represents a promising approach for improving timber traceability and supporting sustainable forest operations. Among these technologies, radio frequency identification (RFID) systems are considered one of the most ef...

Rethinking common gardens for forest tree species in the face of climate change

Abstract Key message Maintaining forest resilience under climate change depends on understanding genetic adaptation and preserving diversity. Long-term common garden networks are essential for revealing how species and populations perform across life stages and environments. When...

Integrated pyrolysis and biorefinery strategies for valorising forest biomass for calcium acetate production

Forest biomass represents a promising resource within the bioeconomy, with significant potential for conversion into high-value chemicals and bioproducts. This work proposes an innovative pyrolysis oil biorefining pathway to valorise two types of underutilised forest biomass: Ale...