Researcher, Federal University of Western Pará – UFOPA, Brazil📝
Afonso Henrique Moraes Oliveira is a Young Researcher at the Federal University of Western Pará (UFOPA). He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science, specializing in remote sensing, forest monitoring, and environmental policy. His work bridges science and policy, contributing to sustainability strategies and regulatory frameworks. Oliveira collaborates with federal agencies like Polícia Federal and Serviço Florestal Brasileiro on deforestation control and sustainable forest management in the Amazon. His research integrates LiDAR and satellite imagery for enhanced forest management and carbon stock estimation, advancing conservation practices in the region. 🌍🌳
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Education 🎓
Oliveira earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Science with a focus on remote sensing and forest monitoring. He has specialized training in GIS, remote sensing, and spatial analysis from the National Institute for Space Research (INPE), enabling him to develop advanced methodologies for forest management. His academic journey combines technical expertise with a passion for promoting environmental sustainability in the Amazon. 📚🧑🎓
Experience 💼
Afonso Oliveira is the Chief of Environmental Policy and Climate in Belterra, where he develops sustainability strategies and environmental policies. He has also served as a consultant for the Polícia Federal, aiding in the fight against illegal deforestation. Additionally, he has collaborated with Embrapa and Serviço Florestal Brasileiro to implement sustainable forestry guidelines and monitor forest concessions. His leadership and consulting roles contribute to enhancing forest conservation and climate governance in Brazil. 🌱🌍
Research Interests 🔬
Oliveira’s research focuses on remote sensing, forest monitoring, sustainable forest management, and environmental policy. He utilizes high-resolution satellite imagery (PlanetScope, LiDAR) to monitor selective logging, forest degradation, and illegal activities in the Amazon. His work on carbon stock modeling and geospatial analysis for law enforcement aims to create sustainable solutions for forest management and conservation. 🌲📊
Awards 🏆
Afonso Oliveira has been nominated for the Best Researcher Award and the Young Scientist Award due to his significant contributions to environmental science. His research in forest monitoring and sustainable land-use practices has earned recognition at both national and international levels, impacting policies and conservation efforts in the Amazon region. 🌍🏅
Publications 📑
Santos, L. E. D., et al. (2025). Wood density of forest species in integrated crop-livestock-forest system in the Brazilian Amazon. Revista Brasileira de Ciências Ambientais (Online), v. 60.
Oliveira, A. H. M., et al. (2024). Spatio-Temporal Assessment of Heterogeneity by Logging Intensity in a Federal Concession Area in the Brazilian Amazon. Forests, v. 15, p. 1062-1.
Oliveira, A. H. M., et al. (2024). Assessing Forest Degradation Through Remote Sensing in the Brazilian Amazon: Implications and Perspectives for Sustainable Forest Management. Remote Sensing, v. 16, p. 4557.
Petri, C. A., et al. (2022). Solar illumination effects on the dry-season variability of spectral and spatial attributes calculated from PlanetScope data over tropical forests of the Amazon. International Journal of Remote Sensing, v. 43, p. 4087-4116.
Maciel, D. A., et al. (2020). Evaluating the potential of CubeSats for remote sensing reflectance retrieval over inland waters. International Journal of Remote Sensing, v. 41, p. 2807-2817.
Conclusion
Afonso Henrique Moraes Oliveira’s research on sustainable forest management and his contributions to policy and environmental conservation make him a deserving candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His innovative approach in using advanced remote sensing techniques to combat environmental issues in the Amazon aligns with the award’s values of promoting scientific research for a sustainable future. With further global recognition and an expanded citation footprint, Oliveira can continue to make a lasting impact on both environmental science and policy development.