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Dr. P. Molina is a leading authority in geospatial science, whose pioneering work has fundamentally reshaped how we capture and analyze data from the sky. His research centers on the integration of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with photogrammetry and remote sensing, a field he helped define. Molina’s landmark review, “Unmanned aerial systems for photogrammetry and remote sensing: A review” (2014), has amassed over 2,876 citations, serving as the definitive roadmap for researchers and practitioners alike. In this seminal work, he systematically charted the evolution of drone technology—from platforms and sensors to data processing workflows—establishing the core principles that now underpin modern aerial surveying. Beyond this foundational review, his contributions extend to developing novel algorithms for high-precision 3D mapping and advancing the operational use of drones in agriculture, forestry, and environmental monitoring. By bridging the gap between traditional remote sensing and agile, low-cost UAS, Molina has democratized access to high-resolution geospatial data, enabling everything from precision crop management to rapid disaster response. His work continues to inspire a new generation of scientists exploring the limitless potential of autonomous aerial observation.
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- 1Unmanned aerial systems for photogrammetry and remote sensing: A review2,876 citations · 2014