Down To Earth: Remote Sensing and Forest Fires

Morgan Crowley, a PhD candidate at McGill University, dives into her innovative research on mapping forest fires using free satellite software. She discusses the impact of climate change on fire seasons in Canada and highlights techniques like the Bayesian updating algorithm for real-time fire monitoring. Crowley also emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in STEM, sharing insights on mentorship for women in geoscience. Her work aims to integrate ecological data for better forest management and improve emergency response to wildfires.