Jerry F. Franklin
Jerry F. Franklin | |
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| Born | Jerry Forest Franklin October 27, 1936 Waldport, Oregon, United States |
| Alma mater | Oregon State University (B.S., M.S.), Washington State University (Ph.D.) |
| Occupation(s) | Forest ecologist, academic |
| Years active | 1959–present |
| Known for | Development of "New Forestry" principles; sustainable forest management |
Jerry F. Franklin (born October 27, 1936) is an American forest ecologist and academic who has made contributions to sustainable forest management and the study of old-growth forests. Franklin is Professor Emeritus of Ecosystem Management at the University of Washington and has played a role in integrating ecological principles into forestry practices.