This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (CFDA 47.084 - NSF Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships) provides $274,990 to Trees ROI LLC to develop a 3-dimensional, non-destructive ground penetrating radar (GPR) computed tomography (CT) system with software analytics to assess the quality of container-grown root systems in nursery stock trees. The goal is to modernize industry inspection methods to improve the quality, value, and lifespan of nursery trees, promoting environmental stewardship. Initial experiments will focus on one or two tree species. The award was made on January 15, 2024 and is scheduled for completion by December 31, 2024. No sub-awards are planned under this grant.
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