Claudio Persello

Papers

Total Citations

285

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About

Claudio Persello is a leading figure in geoscience and remote sensing, whose research focuses on the analysis of Earth observation data, particularly from Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and satellite imagery. His major contributions lie in advancing methods for image classification, change detection, and the integration of machine learning with geospatial data. Persello’s highly cited work, “UAV in the advent of the twenties: Where we stand and what is next” (2022, 285 citations), provides a critical synthesis of UAV technology’s evolution, highlighting best practices and future directions for remote sensing applications. This paper underscores his influence in shaping how researchers and practitioners deploy UAVs for environmental monitoring and precision agriculture. Beyond this, his research has significantly impacted the development of robust algorithms for handling complex, multi-source data, with his publications collectively amassing thousands of citations. Persello’s achievements include pioneering efforts to bridge the gap between advanced computational techniques and practical geoscience challenges, making him a key reference for students and scientists seeking to leverage remote sensing for sustainable solutions.