Eric Kruger

    Emeritus Professor

    Tree physiology

    elkruger@wisc.edu

    (608) 262-4754

    A123 Russell Labs
    1630 Linden Drive
    Madison, WI 53706

    Type:

    Education

    DegreeInstitutionMajor FieldGranted
    B.S.University of MinnesotaForestry1984
    M.S.University of MinnesotaForestry1986
    Ph.D.University of WisconsinForestry1992

    Professional Experience

    InstitutionSpecializationTitleYears
    UW-MadisonTree PhysiologyAssistant Professor1992-98
    UW-MadisonTree PhysiologyAssociate Professor1998-2005
    UW-MadisonTree PhysiologyProfessor2005 – present

    Society/Professional Memberships

    Gamma Sigma Delta

    • FWE 415 Tree Physiology – Physiological basis of development of forest trees and stands, factors affecting tree growth. 
    • FWE 590 Integrated Resource Management – Resource management planning in state and federal land management agencies. Students apply principles by working in teams to develop a management plan for a real property by inventorying resources; developing management objectives and alternatives; and analyzing their ecological, social and institutional implications.
    • FWE 658 Forest Resources Practicum – Field training and experience; exposure to forestry operations, equipment, procedures, and management problems.