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Comparing Existing GLOBE Tree Height Data and ICESat-2 Satellite Data

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Brian Andrew Campbell
Published Date4 Years Ago - 4445 Views

This video shows how students, teachers, and citizen scientists can take existing GLOBE Observer data for tree height and compare it to the tree canopy height data from the NASA Ice, Cloud, and land Elevation Satellite- or ICESat-2 Mission. The online Open Altimetry Tool allows you to look and see when ICESat-2 flew over or near the location of the tree you have the GLOBE data for already. It...


Posted in: GLOBE Science Topics: Earth System Science GLOBE Protocols Investigation Areas: Biosphere Primary Audience: Trainers Students Teachers Partners Scientists Alumni Country Coordinators

Technology Helping with Super-Tall Tree Height Measurements

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Brian Campbell
Published Date5 Years Ago - 9580 Views

How have researchers in Oregon been measuring the height of super-tall trees that are hundreds of feet tall? See how they have classically done so and how modern technology can offer assistance. THINK LASERS!!! Check it out here: "Finding Oregon's Tallest Trees Gets Help From Technology"


Posted in: GLOBE Science Topics: Earth as a System Scientist Skills GLOBE Protocols General Science Backyard Science GLOBE Working Groups: Technology Working Group Evaluation Working Group Science Working Group Education Working Group Investigation Areas: Biosphere Primary Audience: Trainers Teachers Students Partners Scientists Alumni Country Coordinators