"Smart Forestry 5.0 for Powered AI Sustainable Environment and Climate" explores the transformative potential of integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into forestry practices. This book delves into how the fifth industrial revolution can reshape the way we manage forests, promoting sustainability and resilience in the face of climate change. It combines theoretical insights with practical applications, providing a comprehensive guide for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.
The book is structured around several key themes which includes Foundations of Smart Forestry, AI and Data-Driven Decision Making, Innovative Applications of AI, Ecosystem Monitoring and Restoration, Collaborative Frameworks for Sustainable Practices, Ethical Considerations in Smart Forestry, Future Trends and Innovations that highlight the intersection of smart forestry and AI, emphasizing sustainability in forest management. It discusses innovative technologies and methodologies that enable efficient monitoring, management, and restoration of forest ecosystems.
Dr. Ashwin M has completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore in 2018. He is currently working as an Professor in the Department of Information Science and Engineering, AMC Engineering College, Bengaluru. He has over 17 years of teaching and 6 years of exclusive research experience. To his credit he has 40+ research articles in his research domain of sustainable AI environment and MANET . He has played many vital roles of an academician and researcher by serving as Board of Studies, Doctoral committee member and reviewer for reputed journals and conferences. He is an active IE(I) and ISTE member.
Dr. S. Sountharrajan is an Associate Professor, Amrita School of Computing, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai Campus, where he also serves as the Chairperson, Department of Computer Science and Engineering. His academic and research contributions are extensive: he has published over 84 High quality journal papers which includes conference articles, and book chapters. Additionally, he has Edited 3 books covering a wide range of emerging technologies. He earned his Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. degrees from premier institutions in India. He has received research grants totaling ₹38 lakhs from renowned funding agencies such as the DST, AICTE, and ICMR. He is also a frequent keynote speaker and has delivered over 40+ invited talks at various academic and industry forums. He holds certifications from leading technology firms such as IBM and Dell EMC. His core areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing and Cloud Computing. His dynamic involvement in both academia and industry continues to inspire innovation and knowledge dissemination across multiple platforms.
Prof. Balamurugan Balusamy has served up to the position of Associate Professor in his stint of 12 years of experience with VIT University, Vellore. He had completed his Bachelors, Masters and PhD Degrees from Top premier institutions from India. His passion is teaching and adapts different design thinking principles while delivering his lectures. He has published 80+ books on various technologies and visited 15 plus countries for his technical course. He has several top-notch conferences in his resume and has published over 200 of quality journal, conference and book chapters combined. He serves in the advisory committee for several start-ups and forums and does consultancy work for industry on Industrial IOT. He has given over 195 talks in various events and symposium.
Dr. Chander Prabha is currently working as a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Chitkara University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Chitkara University, Punjab, India. She had done her PhD (Computer Science Engineering) in 2017 and her ME in 2004. More than 20+ Years of Academic / Research Experience with many Publications at various National and International Conferences and International Journals. She has published many book chapters in CRC Press, Elsevier, IGI, and Wiley. She is the Guest Editor Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things, Near East University, Turkey. Recently she is selected as a member of the Editorial Board of PLOS One Journal having an H-Index of 435. Also serves as an editor and reviewer of many international conferences and Journals of repute. Many online certifications are also there in her credit. She is a Lifetime member ofeducational societies like ISTE, IAENG, SCIEI, IIRJC, IACSIT, IEEE etc. Her areas of interest are wireless and mobile networks’ architectures, protocols, performance evaluations, Machine learning, data analytics, and Law
Mahmoud Ahmad Al-Khasawneh holds a B.Sc. degree in Computer Science from Yarmouk University, Jordan, conferred in 2003. He obtained both his M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor, Malaysia, in 2013 and 2018, respectively. Currently, he serves as a faculty memeber in the School of Computing Skyline University College, Sharjah UAE.Dr. Al-Khasawneh's scholarly pursuits span a diverse array of fields within computer science. He has authored numerous papers in esteemed, peer-reviewed journals across leading publishers such as IEEE, Springer, Wiley, Hindawi, and MDPI. His research interests encompass Security, Image Encryption, Wireless Networks, Blockchain, Internet of Things, and Big Data. With a commitment to advancing knowledge and solving contemporary challenges in these domains, he actively engages in research, teaching, and mentorship, contributing to the academic and professional development of his students and peers. Driven by a passion for innovation and a dedication to excellence, he continues to make significant contributions to the field, shaping the future of technology and its applications.
