Earth and Environmental Sciences Poster Session
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Graduate
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Dr. Haluk Cetin
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
Remote sensing methods provide tools to identify and map non-native plants. Biophysical characteristics of plants can be utilized to recognize and distinguish non-native invasive plants from other native plant species. Kudzu is an invasive plant, which causes economic loss and decreases biodiversity. Moreover, kudzu doubles emission of nitric oxide and increases ozone pollution. The impact of human activities on the spread of noxious plant species like kudzu can be assessed utilizing remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) tools. Kudzu spread in the USA was mapped using in situ data including the actual coordinates of kudzu sites. Geographic distribution of kudzu was analyzed using geographic location characteristics and kudzu spread. Human disturbance and urban area impact were also analyzed on spread of kudzu. Initial results showed that human activity and urban expansion had considerable impact on kudzu spread.
Location
Waterfield Gallery
Start Date
19-11-2021 1:30 PM
End Date
19-11-2021 3:30 PM
Fall Scholars Week 2021 Event
EES Poster Session
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Mapping of non-native invasive plant species using remote sensing and GIS: Assessment of human impact on kudzu (Pueraria montana) spread
Waterfield Gallery
Remote sensing methods provide tools to identify and map non-native plants. Biophysical characteristics of plants can be utilized to recognize and distinguish non-native invasive plants from other native plant species. Kudzu is an invasive plant, which causes economic loss and decreases biodiversity. Moreover, kudzu doubles emission of nitric oxide and increases ozone pollution. The impact of human activities on the spread of noxious plant species like kudzu can be assessed utilizing remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) tools. Kudzu spread in the USA was mapped using in situ data including the actual coordinates of kudzu sites. Geographic distribution of kudzu was analyzed using geographic location characteristics and kudzu spread. Human disturbance and urban area impact were also analyzed on spread of kudzu. Initial results showed that human activity and urban expansion had considerable impact on kudzu spread.