Integrative Approaches to Wildland Fire Research: From Fundamental Fuel Behavior to Advanced Technological Solutions

Dear Colleagues,

Wildland fires are a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has significant impacts on ecosystems, human communities, and global climate. The scientific background of wildland fire research encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including fire ecology, atmospheric science, forest management, and engineering. Developing a fundamental understanding of fire behavior—specifically how fires ignite, spread, and interact with the environment—is crucial for predicting and managing wildland fires. This knowledge is essential for developing effective fire management strategies, protecting natural resources, and safeguarding human lives and property. The importance of this research area cannot be overstated, as wildland fires are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, land-use changes, and other anthropogenic factors. Integrative approaches that combine fundamental research on fuel behavior with advanced technological solutions are needed to address these challenges effectively.

The aim of this Special Issue is to bring together cutting-edge research that explores the integrative approaches to wildland fire research. By focusing on both fundamental fuel behavior and advanced technological solutions, this issue seeks to bridge the gap between basic science and practical applications.

Innovative approaches to fire behavior research, studies leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning in fire behavior studies, cross-scale and cross-disciplinary studies, and related work.

Dr. Jeanette Cobian-Iñiguez
Guest Editor

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