ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF GROUND TRUTH DATA TO CAPTURE LANDSCAPE VARIABILITY FROM AN AGRICULTURAL REGION USING GAUSSIAN SIMULATION AND GEOSTATISTICAL TECHNIQUES

Assessing the effectiveness of ground truth data to capture landscape variability from an agricultural region using Gaussian simulation and geostatistical techniques

Predictive modeling with remotely sensed data requires an accurate representation of spatial variability by ground truth data.In this study, we assessed the reliability of the size and location of ground truth data in capturing the landscape spatial variability embedded in the Airborne Visible Infrared Imaging Spectrometer-Next Generation (AVIRIS-N

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Effects of Cleaning Procedures on the Concentration of Pesticide Residues on Crisp Fresh-Cut Lettuce (cv. Vera)

Decontamination procedures are needed for ready-to-eat foods, especially vegetables.In this work, we focused on the effects of four cleaning solutions and ultrasound baths on the amount of pesticide residue left Jiffy Boxes on lettuces.Five pesticides were applied to lettuces grown in controlled conditions.The residues were analyzed with an acetate

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Beneath the surface: DNA barcoding of shark fins in Singapore

The global decline of shark populations, largely driven by overfishing to supply the shark fin trade, poses a significant threat to marine ecosystems.Southeast Asia, and particularly Singapore, is a key hub for the transit and trade of shark fins that contribute to the exploitation of these apex predators.Through the use of DNA barcoding techniques

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Pharmacognostic Evaluation of Maesobotrya barteri (Baill) Hutch and Maesobotrya dusenii Pax (Euphorbiaceae) Leaves

Background and objectives: Pharmacognostic evaluations have paved the way for compilation of African Pharmacopeia.This study reports the pharmacognostic profile of Maesobotrya dusenii (Pax) Pax and Maesobotrya barteri (Baill.) Hutch.Method: The two plants were collected from the Etche Area of Rivers State.Macroscopic and microscopic evaluations of

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