Priscilla Lad
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Priscilla Lad has a total of 13 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Serajis Salekin
Scion
2 shared publications Yvette Dickinson
2 shared publications- Barbara Katja Hock
Candleford Ltd., Southampton PO15 7AG, UK
1 shared publication Christine Dodunski
1 shared publicationDavid Pont
1 shared publicationDean F. Meason
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 1 April 2026
- Published by KEAI Publishing in Forest Ecosystems
- Vol. 15
Discrepancies between predictions of mainstream empirical growth models and observed forest growth of Pinus radiata (D. Don) plantations in New Zealand
- 1 April 2026
- Published by KEAI Publishing in Forest Ecosystems
- Vol. 15
Open AccessDiscrepancies between predictions of mainstream empirical growth models and observed forest growth of Pinus radiata (D. Don) plantations in New Zealand
- Open Access
- 29 February 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Remote Sensing
- Vol. 16 (5) , 852
Hydrologic Consistency of Multi-Sensor Drought Observations in Forested Environments
Drought can have significant impacts on forests, with long periods of water scarcity leading to water stress in trees and possible damages to their eco-physiological functions. Satellite-based remote sensing offers a valuable tool for monitoring and assessing drought conditions over large and remote forested regions. The objective of this study is to evaluate the hydrological consistency in the context of drought of precipitation, soil moisture, evapotranspiration, and land surface temperature observations against in situ measurements in a number of well-monitored sites in New Zealand. Results showed that drought indicators were better captured from soil moisture observations compared to precipitation satellite observations. Nevertheless, we found statistically significant causality relationships between the multi-sensor satellite observations (median p-values ranging from 0.001 to 0.019), with spatial resolution appearing to be an important aspect for the adequate estimation of drought characteristics. Understanding the limitations and capabilities of satellite observations is crucial for improving the accuracy of forest drought monitoring, which, in turn, will aid in sustainable forest management and the development of mitigation and adaptation strategies in the face of changing climate conditions.
- 29 February 2024
- Published by MDPI AG in Remote Sensing
- Vol. 16 (5) , 852
Open AccessHydrologic Consistency of Multi-Sensor Drought Observations in Forested Environments
Drought can have significant impacts on forests, with long periods of water scarcity leading to water stress in trees and possible damages to their eco-physiological functions. Satellite-based remote sensing offers a valuable tool for monitoring and assessing drought conditions over large and remote forested regions. The objective of this study is to evaluate the hydrological consistency in the context of drought of precipitation, soil moisture, evapotranspiration, and land surface temperature observations against in situ measurements in a number of well-monitored sites in New Zealand. Results showed that drought indicators were better captured from soil moisture observations compared to precipitation satellite observations. Nevertheless, we found statistically significant causality relationships between the multi-sensor satellite observations (median p-values ranging from 0.001 to 0.019), with spatial resolution appearing to be an important aspect for the adequate estimation of drought characteristics. Understanding the limitations and capabilities of satellite observations is crucial for improving the accuracy of forest drought monitoring, which, in turn, will aid in sustainable forest management and the development of mitigation and adaptation strategies in the face of changing climate conditions.