Dr Dan Ridley-Ellis D.Ridley-Ellis@napier.ac.uk
Associate Professor
SIRT workplan 2014/17 (Workpackage 1)
People Involved
Dr Steven Adams S.Adams@napier.ac.uk
Research Fellow
Project Description
Improving industry knowledge of timer properties and utilisation potential of 'alternative species', testing 6 different species. Disseminate and promote effectively the outputs of the programme, including an annual event for industry.
| Status | Project Complete |
|---|---|
| Funder(s) | Scottish Forestry Confederation of Forest Industries (UK) Ltd |
| Value | £289,999.00 |
| Project Dates | Mar 1, 2014 - Jul 31, 2018 |
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