Marlene Bauer
Master's student in the EAGLE program
University of Würzburg
Marlene is a master’s student in the EAGLE program at the University of Würzburg, specializing in applied Earth observation. Her work focuses on UAV-based environmental monitoring, including setting up and implementing drone-based mangrove surveys for an NGO in Seychelles and conducting phenology assessments in Kruger National Park. Beyond UAV applications, she utilizes satellite remote sensing to analyze land surface changes and ecosystem processes. She also gained experience in urban analysis while working as a student research assistant at the German Aerospace Center (DLR), where she used satellite and geospatial data to support research on urban planning. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Geography from the University of Würzburg, specializing in remote sensing and physical geography.
SPECIAL SESSION 2: FORESTRY AND BIODIVERSITY MONITORING WITH EO
Earth Observation (EO) has become a crucial tool in monitoring deforestation, ecosystem degradation, and biodiversity conservation. This session will explore how EO technologies, AI-driven analytics, and global EO programs can improve real-time forest health
WORKSHOP: YOUTH VISION FOR EO 2030
This session is essential in defining the next decade of Earth Observation, focusing on: • The Future of EO & Next-Gen Workforce Development • Skillsets for EO Careers (AI, Automation & Data Science) • Space Agencies, Private Sector & EO
