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Nutrient Cycling etc.--Simulation software



This is a query concerning educational software.

1) I wish to find educational PC-based programs that can simulate the basics
at least) of nutrient cycling dynamics and sensitivities in forest ecosystems.
 Nitrogen dynamics are of particular interest if nothing else.  I know that
there are several very powerful modelling programs (e.g. FORCYTE); however,
for my instructional objectives I need something that undergraduates can learn
to use within a relatively short period of time.

2) I also wish to find out if there is similar PC-based educational software
(e.g. expert systems) available for diagnosis of nutrient status/deficiencies
in forest stands.  A few years ago one developed for Sitka spruce in the U.
K., and I know of at least one in-house program developed at the University of
British Columbia.

If you can help with either (or both) of the above, please e-mail me directly
rather than clutter the discussion.  I will summarize the responses I receive
and post them to the list.

Thanks for your cooperation.

Clive David
Associate Professor of Forestry
College of Natural Resources
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
USA
E-mail: cdavid@fsmail.uwsp.edu
Tel. (715)-346-4552
Fax. (715)-346-3624



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