Fundamental research

Developing an alternative methodology to assess above-ground biomass

Partnerships:

1. CNRS / MNHN - UMR 7179

2. Université Paris Est – Marne la Vallée

3. IOGA (Institute and Observatory og Geophysics of Antananarivo)

4. ENEF Gabon

Objective: this study will bring together analysis of both radar (Palsar satellite/Alos sensor) and optical images (Spot5) and ground measurement (dendrometry, Leaf Area Index) aiming at characterising forests structure.

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