Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research INA, Department of Forest Sciences

Prof. Jaana Bäck is an expert in forest ecology and ecophysiology, especially in the ecosystem-climate inter­actions in boreal and Arctic regions. Her work is multidisciplinary, including both natural and social scientific methods and aspects.  Prof. Bäck is author of 123 papers in peer-review journals and peer review books. Recently she led the European Academies of Science Advisory Council (EASAC) assessment on ‘Multi-functionality and Sustainability in the European Union’s Forests’ (www.easac.eu/home.html). She is partner in eLTER RI, aiming at developing the European long-term ecosystem observation network infrastructure.