106 research outputs found
Incorporating shape constraints in generalized additive modelling of the height-diameter relationship for Norway spruce
Bioclimatic analysis in a region of southern Italy (Calabria)
In this study, an analysis of precipitation and temperature data has been performed over 67 series observed in a region of southern Italy (Calabria). At first, to detect possible trends in the time series, an analysis was performed with the Mann–Kendall non-parametric test applied at monthly and seasonal scale. An additional investigation, useful for checking the climate change effects on vegetation, has also been included analysing bioclimatic indicators. In particular, Emberger, Rivas-Martinez and De Martonne indices were calculated by using monthly temperature and precipitation data in the period 1916–2010. The spatial pattern of the indices has been evaluated and, in order to link the vegetation and the indices,different indices maps have been intersected with the land cover data, given by the Corine Land Cover map. Moreover, the temporal evolution of the indices and of the vegetation has been analysed. Results suggest that climate change may be responsible for the forest cover change, but, given also the good relationship between the various types of bioclimate and
forest formations, human activities must be considered
Contrôle génétique de la réponse microdensitométrique du Douglas (Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirb.) Franco) à la sécheresse et canicule de 2003 en France
Interversion de rangs dans la croissance des arbres en relation avec la taille de l’arbre, la compétition et les gradients climatiques pour quatre espèces forestières dominantes dans la canopée
Growth and yield of mixed versus pure stands of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) and European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) analysed along a productivity gradient through Europe
Book reviews : Turnock, D. The human geography of eastern Europe. London: Routledge. x + 345 pp. £35.00 cloth
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