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Project Code [2008-S-ET-4]
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Project title
An investigation of the applicability of terrestrial laser scanning technology in biodiversity assessment of a range of forest types.
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Lead Applicant
John O'Halloran
Project Abstract
This project will investigate the usefulness of terrestrial laser scanning technology in forest biodiversity assessment. Laser scanning is a rapidly emerging technology that captures high-resolution, 3-D structural information about forests and presently has applications in standing timber measurement. Forest biodiversity is influenced by structural complexity although precise repeatable measures are difficult to achieve using traditional methods. The aim of the proposed project is to apply laser scanning technology to the assessment of forest structure and deadwood, and relate this information to the diversity of plants, invertebrates and birds in a range of forest types including native woodlands and commercial plantations.
Grant Approved
�40,000.00
Research Hub
Natural Environment
Research Theme
Sectoral Impacts on Biodiversity
Initial Projected Completion Date
05/01/2011