Michael Wulder

Michael Wulder is a visionary senior research scientist at the Canadian Forest Service of Natural Resources Canada. He earned his BES in Geography from the University of Calgary, followed by an MES (1996) and a PhD in Geography at the University of Waterloo in 1998. Under the guidance of the esteemed Dr. Ellsworth LeDrew, Michael developed and validated statistical algorithms for remote sensing techniques in Forestry. …With over 400 peer-reviewed publications garnering over 50,000 citations and accolades such as the Canadian Remote Sensing Society’s Gold Medal and induction into the Order of Canada, Michael’s impact resonates globally. …Today, Michael is reshaping how we perceive, manage, and protect our natural landscapes. His groundbreaking use of LiDAR and satellite imagery has revolutionized our understanding of forest dynamics, enabling precise assessments of ecological health and sustainable resource management practices.