Projects
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Low-Cost Methane Sensor Network
Deploying large networks of ground-based methane detectors could help detect pipeline leaks, improve climate models, and regulate emission sources.
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Advanced Sensing for Hydrological Metrology
With Alabama A&M University, we are identifying opportunities to apply new remote sensing concepts to improve groundwater measurements and models. These models can inform decisions related to agriculture, land use, human health and wellness, and geopolitical stability.
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Compact Optical Salinity Sensor
We are developing a compact and encapsulated optical salinity sensor to enable more distributed and persistent monitoring of the ocean’s 3D structure.
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Artificial Intelligence–Based Drought Prediction
We are developing a neural network using data derived from satellite measurements of temperature and humidity to improve drought monitoring and forecasting.
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Green Instrumentation and Experimentation
We are innovating and accelerating solutions to address AI's carbon footprint and reduce data center energy usage.
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Atmospheric Aerosol Characterization
We are designing a satellite-based lidar system to categorize aerosols in the atmosphere.
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Climate Resilience Early Warning System Network
We are creating proactive, integrated decision -support tools and services that empower frontline communities to prepare for climate impacts and minimize losses.
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Intelligent Tornado Prediction Engine
We compiled a massive open-source dataset to develop deep learning models capable of detecting and predicting tornadoes.
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Methane Detection Study
We are investigating the use of novel imaging technologies for detecting and quantifying methane emissions in the atmosphere.
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Arctic Climate Change Detection Network
We are developing a sensor network to improve our understanding and monitoring of sea ice breakup in the rapidly changing Arctic region.
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