Mapping the Wild: LiDAR and 3D Printing in Ecology

This exhibit showcases how cutting-edge LiDAR technology enables researchers to capture detailed 3D models of forest ecosystems, from the towering trees of Harvard Forest to the intricate root structures of coastal mangroves. Visitors will engage with interactive 3D-printed models of trees and mangrove roots, along with visual demonstrations of LiDAR-based surveying techniques used in ecological research.