Faced with the challenges of climate change and demographic pressure, the sustainable management of Guyana's forests is becoming a crucial issue. From 20 to 24 October 2025, l’University of Guyana welcomes international symposium on forest management modelling under the impact of global change, bringing together researchers from all over the world to rethink the sustainability of forestry.
A major event for forestry research in French Guiana
French Guiana, a vast territory covering 8.4 million hectares, 96 % of which is covered by forest, is a global biodiversity hotspot with over 1,800 tree species.
The timber industry is a mainstay of the region's economy, with almost 80,000 m³ of timber harvested each year from the Permanent Forest Estate (DFP), managed by the Office National des Forêts (ONF).
Faced with growing demand and a target to triple production by 2030, French Guiana needs to rethink its forest management models. Climate change, and in particular the intensification of the dry seasons, is accentuating the need for a scientific and predictive approach.
Two research projects at the heart of the conference
This conference marks the official launch of two major projects supported by the CNRS, the University of Guyana (UG) and the AIBSI:
M2D2GF - Mathematical modelling of forest dynamics and management.
This project aims to develop mathematical models to simulate the growth, regeneration and management of tropical forests under demographic pressure. It provides decision-making tools for the sustainable and balanced exploitation of Guiana's forest resources.
ModTrans2C - Transport model under climate change
This second project explores the impact of climate change on the movement of matter and energy in forest ecosystems. The aim is to understand how longer dry seasons affect the dynamics of flows and the resilience of forests.
An international, multidisciplinary event
Organised by Mr Louison and Mr Omrane, the conference will bring together internationally renowned researchers and lecturers in ecology, economics and mathematics. Participating institutions include
- UNESP (Brazil) - IBB laboratory
- University of Valladolid (Spain) - IMUVA Laboratory
- University of Bordeaux (France) - IMB and BSE laboratories
- Université des Antilles (Guadeloupe) - LAMIA Laboratory
- Université de Guyane (French Guiana) - EcoFoG and UAR LEEISA laboratories
📍 Dates: Monday 20 to Friday 24 October 2025
📍 Venue: Amphitheatre C - Department of Training and Research in Science and Technology (DFR ST), University of Guyana
Towards sustainable and innovative forest management
By integrating climate sciences, mathematical modelling and resource management, this symposium aims to build adaptive strategies for Guyana's Amazonian forest. The discussions will enable practical solutions to be devised to anticipate the impact of global change on forest production and the preservation of biodiversity.
The symposium on forest management modelling under the impact of global change represents a key milestone for research and the sustainable management of Guyana's forests. By bringing together experts and institutions from all over the world, this event is helping to build a shared vision of a resilient, productive and sustainable Amazonian forest.
FAQ
When will the conference take place?
From 20 to 24 October 2025, at the University of Guyana (Amphitheatre C).
Who is organising the event?
The conference is organised by Mr Louison and Mr Omrane with the support of the University of Guyana, the CNRS and the AIBSI.
What are the main themes?
Discussions will focus on forest management modelling, the effects of climate change and the sustainability of the timber industry in French Guiana.
Who can take part?
Researchers, students, wood industry professionals and institutional players are invited to attend this international event.
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