Keynote presenter Dr. Pat Muir. Western Forestry Graduate Research Symposium. 2013 Theme: "Canopies to Construction: the Ecology, Management and Use of Tomorrow's Forests." Dr. Muir is a Professor in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University. Her research interests focus on the effects of human activities on plants, with emphasis on detailing the effects that alternative logging methods have on the productivity and diversity of forests. She also studies the relationship between air pollutants and plants, historical vegetation and fire history investigations, and commercial moss harvesting practices. Her broader research interests in the effects of land management practices on plant populations and community ecology. Having partnered with many agencies and groups, Dr. Muir has a wealth of experiences in not only conducting research on human-plant relationships, but also in finding avenues and mediums through which to successfully communicate findings, emphasizing the role of science and engaging audiences as fellow stewards. Dr. Muir’s keynote address will focus on the role and importance of conducting and communicating applied ecological research, conveying their relevance to diverse audiences.For more information: http://bpp.oregonstate.edu/muir