The November 2025 issue of the IAWA Journal (Vol. 46, Issue 4) is a special tribute to Professor Pieter Baas, a true pioneer in plant and wood anatomy. 

Professor Baas was more than a brilliant scientist – he was a passionate mentor, a champion of global collaboration and an inspiration to generations of wood anatomists. As a key figure in the International Association of Wood Anatomists and longtime editor of the IAWA Journal, his curiosity, vision and energy shaped the field and fostered connections among scientists across the globe. This special issue reflects the wide-ranging impact of his work, from cutting-edge imaging and wood identification techniques to studies on tree growth, wood structure and taxonomy. Every article is a reminder of how his work bridged disciplines and inspired discovery. Check out the full issue here: https://brill.com/view/journals/iawa/46/4/iawa.46.issue-4.xml.