Irene Scacchetti

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Irene Scacchetti is a leading researcher in forestry robotics, whose work is transforming how we monitor and manage critical forest ecosystems. Her primary research areas span autonomous navigation, environmental sensing, and the development of large-scale datasets for robotic perception in unstructured natural environments. Scacchetti’s most notable contribution is the creation of “Digiforests,” a pioneering longitudinal LiDAR dataset for forestry robotics, which has already garnered 9 citations since its 2025 publication. This dataset addresses a fundamental gap in the field by providing high-fidelity, time-series point cloud data that enables robots to track forest growth, structural changes, and terrain evolution over time. By equipping autonomous systems with the ability to perceive and adapt to dynamic forest environments, Scacchetti’s work directly supports sustainable forestry practices—reducing the need for manual labor while enabling precise carbon stock estimation and habitat monitoring. Her research is pivotal for advancing robotics in climate-critical applications, offering scalable solutions for ecosystem stewardship. Scacchetti’s innovative approach positions her as a key figure in bridging robotics and environmental science.