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Zachary Bortolot serves as a Professor of Geography in the Department of Geography, College of Integrated Science & Engineering at James Madison University. His teaching portfolio includes foundational and advanced courses such as Physical Geography, Earth Observation and Satellite Navigation Systems, Digital Image Processing in Remote Sensing, Forest Inventory, and Advanced Topics in Remote Sensing.
His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Forestry from Virginia Tech, a Master of Science in Forest Resources Management from the University of British Columbia, and a Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences from Brown University. Additionally, he holds certification as a GEOINT Professional in Remote Sensing and Imagery Analysis.
Dr. Bortolot's research program is multifaceted, focusing on the humanitarian, environmental, and intelligence applications of remote sensing. He utilizes historical aerial imagery and computer vision techniques to address real-world challenges. A distinctive aspect of his work is the development of higher educational experiences for individuals on the autism spectrum, exemplified by his involvement in Project Luminesce. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident through the co-founding of Optisilv, a company that created software for forest inventory improvement using aerial imagery.
No scientific awards are listed in the provided information.
Professionally, Dr. Bortolot has co-founded Optisilv and is currently leading the development of Project Luminesce at JMU. He previously held a position as Assistant Professor of Geography at Morehead State University. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in geospatial technology and inclusive education initiatives.
He is actively engaged in projects that bridge geospatial science with societal needs, including environmental stewardship and accessible STEM education.
