Using AVIRIS and Machine Learning to Map and Discriminate Bull Kelp and Giant Kelp along the Pacific Coast of the United States

Authors

Tanner Thompson, Brigham Young University
Dr. Ryan Jensen, Brigham Young University

Keywords

AVIRIS, machine learning, bull kelp, giant kelp

College

Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Department

Geography

Abstract

Kelp forests provide food and shelter for many organisms, and they are an important part of coastal ecosystems throughout the world. Along the Pacific coast of the United States, kelp forests are made up of two species of kelp: bull kelp (Nereocystis Leutkana) and giant kelp (Macrocystis Pyrifera). While similar, these two species are physiologically and structurally different.

Recommended Citation

Thompson, Tanner and Jensen, Dr. Ryan (2018) "Using AVIRIS and Machine Learning to Map and Discriminate Bull Kelp and Giant Kelp along the Pacific Coast of the United States," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2018: Iss. 1, Article 46.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2018/iss1/46