Oct 02 2024 35 mins
Prof. Kim Calders specializes in Earth Observation and Terrestrial Ecology at Ghent University in Belgium. His research interests include terrestrial and UAV-based LiDAR, the measurement and modeling of full 3D vegetation structure, its relation to airborne or spaceborne remote sensing signals, and radiative transfer modeling.
For more detailed insights into Prof. Calders' work, you can explore:
- ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kim-Calders
- Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.be/citations?user=D0Z7jcsAAAAJ&hl=en
- Follow him on X (formerly Twitter) @kimcalders
00:27 – Intro
01:10 – Terrestrial laser scanning: laser/LiDAR, active vs. passive remote sensing & point clouds
04:36 – How 3D laser measurements are revolutionizing forest studies
06:41 – Demonstration of LiDAR technology (see YouTube video)
07:35 – Ongoing research and global collaborations
10:19 – Discussion on 4D monitoring of vegetation structure (StrucNet)
14:23 – StrucNet: Possible implementations and future directions
18:17 – Is Space Twin linked to astronomy?
20:36 – Skills required in terrestrial research e.g. data mining, climbing...
24:18 – Why 'passion' is essential in research
26:30 – How greenery improves body and mind
30:01 – Dealing with eco-anxiety
32:14 – Advice for aspiring academics