Overview
Background
Dr Yan Zhao is a dedicated researcher in the field of agricultural systems, utilizing remote sensing observations to unveil spatial and temporal patterns and advance earth observation techniques and modelling. He is an integral member of a multi-disciplinary predictive agriculture research group based at QAAFI.
Currently, Dr Zhao's focus lies in the intricate integration of spatial technologies, crop modelling, and climate forecasting systems at various scales. His primary objective is to leverage remote sensing and crop simulation techniques for a comprehensive understanding of Australia's dryland cropping system. In pursuit of this goal, he has successfully developed pipelines for handling volumetric spatial datasets and delivering crucial information on crop types, production, and phenology, spanning from local to national scales.
Engaging actively with agri-business companies, government departments, and local growers, Dr Zhao collaborates closely with stakeholders to validate and implement his research findings in practical applications.
Dr Zhao earned his Doctoral Degree in Natural Science, with a specialized focus on Cartography and Geographic Information Systems. He completed his doctoral research at the Institute of Remote Sensing and Digital Earth, Chinese Academy of Sciences, in 2013.
Availability
- Dr Yan Zhao is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy of Natural Science, University of the Chinese Academy of Science
Works
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2017
Journal Article
Evolution of the vegetation system in the Heihe River basin in the last 2000 years
Li, Shoubo, Zhao, Yan, Wei, Yongping and Zheng, Hang (2017). Evolution of the vegetation system in the Heihe River basin in the last 2000 years. Hydrology and Earth System Sciences, 21 (8), 4233-4244. doi: 10.5194/hess-21-4233-2017
2017
Journal Article
Systems dynamics approach to understanding the impacts of aquaculture closure policies on environmental pressures and fishermen households' incomes in Danjiangkou Reservoir, China
Wang, Chen, Zhao, Yan, Wei, Yong-ping and Shi, Guo-qing (2017). Systems dynamics approach to understanding the impacts of aquaculture closure policies on environmental pressures and fishermen households' incomes in Danjiangkou Reservoir, China. Aquaculture International, 25 (6), 2227-2257. doi: 10.1007/s10499-017-0185-3
2017
Journal Article
Balancing rural household livelihood and regional ecological footprint in water source areas of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project
Wang, Chen, Shi, Guoqing, Wei, Yongping, Western, Andrew William, Zheng, Hang and Zhao, Yan (2017). Balancing rural household livelihood and regional ecological footprint in water source areas of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project. Sustainability, 9 (8) 1393, 1393. doi: 10.3390/su9081393
2016
Journal Article
Downstream ecosystem responses to middle reach regulation of river discharge in the Heihe River Basin, China
Zhao, Yan, Wei, Yongping, Li, Shoubo and Wu, Bingfang (2016). Downstream ecosystem responses to middle reach regulation of river discharge in the Heihe River Basin, China. Hydrology and Earth System Sciences, 20 (11), 4469-4481. doi: 10.5194/hess-20-4469-2016
2016
Journal Article
Effects of saline water irrigation and fertilization regimes on soil microbial metabolic activity
Chen, Li -Juan, Feng, Qi, Wei, Yong-Ping, Li, Chang-Sheng, Zhao, Yan, Li, Hui-Ya and Zhang, Bao-Gui (2016). Effects of saline water irrigation and fertilization regimes on soil microbial metabolic activity. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 17 (2), 1-8. doi: 10.1007/s11368-016-1551-x
2015
Journal Article
Ecosystem services in changing land use
Fu, Bojie, Zhang, Liwei, Xu, Zhihong, Zhao, Yan, Wei, Yongping and Skinner, Dominic (2015). Ecosystem services in changing land use. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 15 (4), 833-843. doi: 10.1007/s11368-015-1082-x
2015
Journal Article
Spatial and temporal dynamics of forest aboveground carbon stocks in response to climate and environmental changes
Fu, Li, Zhao, Yan, Xu, Zhihong and Wu, Bingfang (2015). Spatial and temporal dynamics of forest aboveground carbon stocks in response to climate and environmental changes. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 15 (2), 249-259. doi: 10.1007/s11368-014-1050-x
2015
Journal Article
A comparison of methods for the measurement of CO2 and CH4 emissions from surface water reservoirs: results from an international workshop held at Three Gorges Dam, June 2012
Zhao, Yan, Sherman, Bradford, Ford, Phillip, Demarty, Maud, DelSontro, Tonya, Harby, Atle, Tremblay, Alain, Overjordet, Ida Beathe, Zhao, Xinfeng, Hansen, Bjorn Henrik and Wu, Bingfang (2015). A comparison of methods for the measurement of CO2 and CH4 emissions from surface water reservoirs: results from an international workshop held at Three Gorges Dam, June 2012. Limnology and Oceanography: Methods, 13 (1), 15-29. doi: 10.1002/lom3.10003
2014
Conference Publication
Effects of in Vivo Hexarelin Treatment on Insulin and Pulsatile Growth Hormone Secretion in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats
Zhang, Xinli, Zhao, Yan, Thomas, Walter G., Veldhuis, Johannes D. and Chen, Chen (2014). Effects of in Vivo Hexarelin Treatment on Insulin and Pulsatile Growth Hormone Secretion in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats. Endocrine Society’s 96th Annual Meeting and Expo, Chicago, IL, United States, 21-24 June 2014. Cary, NC, United States: Oxford University Press.
2013
Journal Article
Spatial and temporal patterns of greenhouse gas emissions from Three Gorges Reservoir of China
Zhao, Y., Wu, B. F. and Zeng, Y. (2013). Spatial and temporal patterns of greenhouse gas emissions from Three Gorges Reservoir of China. Biogeosciences, 10 (2), 1219-1230. doi: 10.5194/bg-10-1219-2013
2011
Journal Article
Review of methods for measuring greenhouse gas flux from the air-water interface of reservoirs
Zhao, Yan, Zeng, Yuan, Wu, Bing-Fang, Chen, Yong-Bo, Wang, Qiang and Yuan, Chao (2011). Review of methods for measuring greenhouse gas flux from the air-water interface of reservoirs. Shuikexue Jinzhan/Advances in Water Science, 22 (1), 135-146.
2011
Journal Article
Observation on greenhouse gas emissions from Xiangxi River in Three Gorges Region
Zhao, Yan, Zeng, Yuan, Wu, Bing-Fang, Wang, Qiang, Yuan, Chao and Xu, Zhi-Rong (2011). Observation on greenhouse gas emissions from Xiangxi River in Three Gorges Region. Shuikexue Jinzhan/Advances in Water Science, 22 (4), 546-553.
Funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
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- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
On-ground management of soil nutrients by integrating proximal and remote sensing platforms in northern Australian savannas grazing lands
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Andries Potgieter
Completed supervision
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
The development pattern of global water technology systems and their implications on water practices: A patent-based study
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Shuanglei Wu, Professor Yongping Wei
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding Riparian Vegetation Dynamics and its Implications on River Regulation in the Goulburn Catchment, Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yongping Wei
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2022
Master Philosophy
Understanding the institutional incoordination on water and the resulting socio-ecological outcomes in the Maipo River basin
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yongping Wei
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding the impacts of technology development on human-natural system: Agricultural and water technology in China from 8000 BCE to 1911 AD
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Brian Head, Professor Yongping Wei
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