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Learn more about the scientists and their research as the team focuses on themes including nursery propagation of native forest trees and seedling quality, site preparation and plantation establishment, use of physiological tools to understand developmental mechanisms in trees, and the restoration of threatened species.

Dr. Douglass Jacobs bending down by tree trunk in woodlands assessing tree.

Biotechnology offers holistic approach to restoration of at-risk forest tree species

Species richness shown by colors on global map.

Analysis of global tree population explains baffling trends in species richness

Dr. Matt Ginzel and Dr. Dougalss Jacobs walking through grove of tree seedlings at Purdue FNR research property, Martell Forest.

“Purdue pursues industry hardwood partnerships through NSF-backed center”

Dr. Dougalss Jacobs receives 2018 Corinne Alexander Spirit of the Land-Grant Mission award.

2018 Corinne Alexander Spirit of the Land-Grant Mission Award presented to Douglass Jacobs

Dr. Dougalss Jacobs standing by young trees in woodlands at Purdue FNR property, Martell Forest.

Walnut trees may not be able to withstand climate change

Chestnut tree with fruit.

Chestnut trees to spread across landscape again, says Purdue scientist