Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research -Transforming Predator Control with AI: Dr. Brent Martin’s Mission

Meet Dr. Brent Martin, a data scientist at Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, as he shares how cutting-edge AI technology is revolutionising predator control and protecting biodiversity in New Zealand.

In this video, you’ll discover:

How Manaaki Whenua Landscare Research, a Crown Research Institute, is spearheading predator control through its Wildlife Ecology Management Group.

The story behind AI-powered tools like CamTrapNZ and the TrapNZ AI function, designed to detect predators and identify species using imagery.

The challenges and breakthroughs in developing AI for environmental science, from research concepts to practical tools used by conservationists worldwide.

Exciting collaborations, including a partnership with the Island Conservation Group, paving the way for global impact.

Dr. Martin explains how AI technology is reshaping predator control, with ongoing innovations aimed at improving accuracy and efficiency. This is more than software; it’s a leap forward in protecting native ecosystems and achieving the Predator Free 2050 vision.

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