All scientists, researchers, students and professionals interested in recent advances in technology, methods and applications of imaging spectroscopy are strongly encouraged to present their contribution either as a poster or an oral talk according to the following topics:
Advanced methods for spectroscopy data calibration, processing, analyzing and modelling:
- Sensor spectral and radiometric calibration, atmospheric and geometric corrections
- Data analyzing approaches, software toolboxes, machine learning and big data mining
- Models of radiative transfer, inversion schemes and data assimilation techniques
- Laboratory and in-situ field spectroscopy and product validation approaches
Spectroscopy data fusion and application in Earth sciences:
- Combined use of spectroscopy and other observations (LiDAR, SAR, thermal, etc.)
- Upscaling and downscaling spectroscopy data in modelling the Earth spheres
- Spectroscopy in assessment of ecosystem processes, functions and societal services (vegetation, soils, snow & ice, inland & coastal waters, urban areas, etc.)
- Spectroscopy use in the context of natural disasters, hazards and societal challenges (food security, water availability, loss of genetic and functional biodiversity, etc.)
Innovative sensing platforms and sensors:
- Ground/tower, multi-angular, drone, air and space-borne spectroscopy platforms
- Synergies between sensors
- Progressive spectral sensor concepts and future spectroscopy satellite missions