New Book Release: LiDAR Principles, Processing and Applications in Forest Ecology (Second Edition)
In June 2026, LiDAR Principles, Processing and Applications in Forest Ecology (Second Edition) was officially published by Higher Education Press. The book is co-authored by Professor Qinghua Guo, Professor Yanjun Su, Research Assistant Professor Kai Cheng, and Associate Professor Tianyu…
Media Coverage: The Digital Ecosystem Group’s Research Featured in International Media
The Digital Ecosystem Group discovered and precisely measured the Tibetan cypress, the tallest tree in Asia (102.3 m) and the second tallest tree species in the world. The team also counted the number of trees in China and mapped their…
Media Coverage: Digital Ecosystem Group Featured in CCTV’s National Ecological Progress Report
On August 12, 2025, the Digital Ecosystem Group was featured in a key news report on CCTV titled “Perceiving Ecological Change,” which highlighted China’s leadership as the world’s fastest and largest contributor to global greening. The full report is available…
Media Coverage: Prof. Qinghua Guo’s Interview Featured on CCTV’s "Voice"
On August 9, 2025, Prof. Qinghua Guo was invited to CCTV’s renowned program "Voice" (开讲啦), where he shared his team’s long-standing research in forest ecology and remote sensing technology. The full interview is available at http://tv.cctv.com/2025/08/09/VIDEr20Wl6okBovl4DYMDEYl250809.shtml. During the program, Prof.…
Media Coverage: Research Achievements of the Digital Ecosystem Group Featured by BBC Wildlife
On February 28, 2025, the research findings from the Digital Ecosystem Group were featured in BBC Wildlife (Discover Wildlife), with the full report available at https://www.discoverwildlife.com/plant-facts/trees/how-many-trees-are-there-in-china. This pioneering study, published in Science Bulletin, delivers the most detailed assessment of tree…