It4Forest enthusiast Mohiuddin Gulam introduced his PHD research at the University of Bamberg. The PHD candidate presented his topic “Urban Heat and Green Space: A Novel Land Surface Temperature based Framework.“

His research on land surface temperature (LST) focus on understanding the relationship between urban green infrastructure and urban heat dynamics, particularly in rapidly urbanising areas. Urban areas are significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, leading to increased temperatures, known as the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Understanding the relationship between urban heat and green spaces can help develop strategies to mitigate these effects, contributing to climate change adaptation and resilience.

Mohiuddin’s studies utilise thermal remote sensing techniques to analyse land surface temperatures in urban environments. In addition to identifying hotspots, Mohiuddin has conducted statistical analyses to explore the relationship between vegetation cover, as measured by the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), and land surface temperature. This research aims to provide insights into how increasing vegetation can help alleviate urban heat island effects.