Contributors

Several individuals have contributed their time and efforts, aiding me immensely in this research.

From the University of Rhode Island

Dr. YQ Wang
- My major professor and remote sensing guru who has also facilitated the funding of this research.

Dr. Peter August

- A member of my committee who has brought much insight to the statistical and geospatial aspects of this research.

Dr. Larry Englander

- A member of my committee who has provided great advice during the entire process

Dr. Pat Logan

- Has been an indispensable resource in the construction of this web site and continues to assist in technical issues related to the VFRDB

From Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM)

Tom Bourn

- Tom has brought his many years of interagency fire experience to aid in this project.

Cathy Sparks

- Cathy championed the RIDEM financial aspects of this research from the start, and without her help and guidance, this research would not have happened.

Karl Kenyon

- Karl's numerous years as a Principle Forest Ranger for RIDEM has brought so much more to this research that I can thank him for. In addition, Karl has introduced me to many other prominent figures in the interagency fire world, which has greatly broadened the horizons of this research.

Paul Jordan

-Paul originally introduced me to the idea of working on this research and offers his insight and guidance when he's not busy making posters with his GIS <;

Outside Contributors

Dr. John Hom, US Forest Service

- I met Dr Hom at the 2003 Northeast Forest Fire Protection Compact Meeting and have corresponded with him regarding the research ever since.