Geolab - Laboratorio di Geomatica

🌳 Another important international conference for the Geolab - Laboratorio di Geomatica DAGRI UNIFI Università degli Studi di Firenze

Francesca Giannetti presented our research activities at the 9th International Symposium on Physiological Processes in Roots of Woody Plants, held in Como and organized by the University of Insubria.

The presentation, entitled “Integrated non-invasive investigation of tree root systems combining geophysical imaging, laser interferometry and biomechanical modelling”, highlighted the multidisciplinary research on tree root systems and root anchorage, carried out within the TREESURE Project.

The work combines:

📡 Geophysical imaging techniques (ERT and MALM)
🌳 Controlled pulling tests
🔬 Laser interferometry for high-resolution motion analysis
🖥️ 3D laser scanning and digital twin reconstruction
📊 Environmental and structural monitoring
⚙️ Biomechanical modelling

Through the integration of geophysics, arboriculture, engineering, and plant sciences, our research aims to advance non-invasive approaches for investigating tree stability and root–soil interactions.

We thank the organizers and all participants for the opportunity to share our work and engage in inspiring scientific discussions.

It’s time 🌍🌲

Also this year, the Geolab - Laboratorio di Geomatica DAGRI UNIFI is participating in the EGU General Assembly in Vienna with several contributions focused on the role of forests in climate change mitigation.

We presented research covering:
🌱 continuous cover forestry and regeneration dynamics in black pine stands
💻 innovation and digitalization in European forestry
🌳 tree stability monitoring using low-cost sensors
🤝 participatory approaches and co-creation for adaptive forest management -EU
📊 integration of modelling and stakeholder engagement to support decision-making -EU

An interdisciplinary effort combining geomatics, modelling, ecology, and socio-economic sciences to develop science-based solutions for more resilient and sustainable forests.

How the erosion of natural darkness affects tree-covered urban areas worldwide https://geolabforest.com/alan_poster2025 During the 9TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ARTIFICIAL LIGHT AT NIGHT (28-31 October 2025) in Westport (IE), Ph.D. candidate Stefania Cupillari presen

Satellite Remote Sensing for Monitoring Cork Oak Woodlands—A Comprehensive Literature Review https://geolabforest.com/cork_oak_satellite 📢 New Paper Published!

Cork oak (Quercus suber) woodlands hold significant ecological, cultural, and economic value in the Mediterranean basin, par

Merry Christmas https://geolabforest.com/holiday2025 and a happy new Year!

Ph.D. candidate Stefania Cupillari showcased her research on diminishing natural darkness and its impact on urban forests at the 9th International Conference on Artificial Light at Night in Westport.

🌠 How the erosion of natural darkness affects tree-covered urban areas worldwide 🌠

🌌 Check out her poster here: https://geolabforest.com/alan_poster2025/

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📢 New Paper Published!
🍂 Satellite Remote Sensing for Monitoring Cork Oak Woodlands—A Comprehensive Literature Review

Cork oak (Quercus suber) woodlands hold significant ecological, cultural, and economic value in the Mediterranean basin, particularly due to cork production, one of the most valued non-wood forest products worldwide. However, cork oak ecosystems are increasingly threatened by climate change, land-use intensification, and rural abandonment, leading to widespread signs of decline. To address these challenges, data-driven and scalable methods are more essential than ever. Satellite-based remote sensing (RS) offers a promising approach for large-scale, cost-effective, and timely monitoring of cork oak forests dynamics and health, but an exhaustive review about this topic is missing.

👉 Read the full paper here https://geolabforest.com/cork_oak_satellite/

GEDI and Sentinel data integration for quantifying agroforestry tree height and stocks https://geolabforest.com/gedi_sentinel_agroforestry 📢 New Paper Published!

Agroforestry is a strategic asset for combating climate change and mitigating the environmental impacts of agricultural inte

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