AI helps find trees in a forest: Researchers achieve 3D forest reconstruction from remote sensing data

Existing algorithms can partially reconstruct the shape of a single tree from a clean point-cloud dataset acquired by ...
Open Heart

Machine learning-based cardiovascular risk calculator for non-cardiac surgery

Background Annually, 4% of the global population undergoes non-cardiac surgery, with 30% of those patients having at least ...
The Conversation

Yes, forest trees die of old age. But the warming climate is killing them faster

Belinda Medlyn receives funding from the Australian Research Council, the NSW government, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, Bush Heritage Australia, Arid Recovery, Australian Forest and Wood ...
emjreviews.com

Machine Learning Shows Promise in Predicting RA Treatment Response

A NEW scoping review suggests that machine learning models may help predict treatment response to biologic and targeted synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs in rheumatoid arthritis, ...
KRDO

Black Forest residents watch forest thin as Pine Beetles kill trees

BLACK FOREST, Colo. (KRDO) -- There is growing concern across Colorado about mountain pine beetle infestations. Neighbors in the Black Forest say they’re seeing the impact firsthand, as tree deaths in ...
Chicago Tribune

Crowds gathered to enjoy Lake Forest’s 41st Annual Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration in Market Square

The 41st Annual Lake Forest Tree Lighting Holiday Celebration arrived on Friday, along with winter weather, and crowds in Market Square kept warm with coffee, hot cocoa, and holiday cheer. “The event, ...
MassLive

For $5, New Englanders can cut down Christmas trees from national forests

For $5, New Englanders can cut down their own Christmas trees from two national forests. The White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire and Green Mountain National Forest in Vermont allow people ...
The Aspen Times

Cut a Christmas tree to help improve forest health

Christmas tree permits for the White River National Forest are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov and in-person at local vendors and Ranger District Offices, according to a press ...
Fox2Now St. Louis

After massive tornado cleanup, new trees are being planted in Forest Park

ST. LOUIS – After a summer full of tornado cleanup, Forest Park Forever is now focused on the future of the trees in Forest Park. The severe winds of May 16 toppled more than 3,000 trees within the St ...
Sacramento Bee

California national forests offer $10 Christmas tree permits. How to get one

Shopping for a Christmas tree? Eleven national forests across California are issuing permits to people hoping to decorate their homes with evergreens this holiday season. The U.S. Forest Service ...
The Denver Post

Colorado’s national forests open for Christmas tree cutting — with strict rules

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Christmas tree cutting season has arrived in Colorado’s national forests, but you’ll need to do some homework before you go because each forest determines ...