Dr Steven Adams S.Adams@napier.ac.uk
Research Fellow
SIRT WP1 2017-18
People Involved
Dr Dan Ridley-Ellis D.Ridley-Ellis@napier.ac.uk
Associate Professor
Project Description
Applied research and knowledge transfer addressing industry needs – as set out by the SIRT management board. This includes providing information and advice to industry sponsors
| Status | Project Complete |
|---|---|
| Funder(s) | Scottish Forestry Confederation of Forest Industries (UK) Ltd |
| Value | £107,500.00 |
| Project Dates | Aug 1, 2017 - Jul 31, 2018 |
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