Nataliia Zaiets

National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine

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Nataliia Zaiets is a researcher at the forefront of precision agriculture and remote sensing, with a particular focus on leveraging unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to optimize crop management. Her work centers on the innovative use of flying robots for real-time, high-resolution monitoring of nitrogen levels in wheat crops—a critical factor for both yield and environmental sustainability. Her most cited paper, "Usage of flying robots for monitoring nitrogen in wheat crops" (2017, 18 citations), introduces a novel calibration method for sensor imagery, addressing a key challenge in translating aerial data into actionable agronomic insights. This contribution helps bridge the gap between raw remote sensing data and practical fertilizer management, offering farmers a more efficient, non-destructive alternative to traditional soil testing. By refining how we assess nitrogen provision from the air, Zaiets’s research supports the broader goal of sustainable intensification in agriculture, reducing waste while boosting productivity. Her work is particularly valuable for students and researchers exploring the intersection of robotics, sensor technology, and crop science, demonstrating how cutting-edge tools can solve age-old agricultural problems.