Abstract
Remote Aerial Imagery for Population Estimates in Humanitarian Emergencies Track: Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Affairs Author(s): Benjamin Sklaver, Steven Bullard Estimating dynamic population size and demographic characteristics in complex humanitarian emergencies (CHEs) can be a time-consuming and labor-intensive effort. Yet obtaining a quick and accurate population count is essential for efficient resource allocation, surveillance, and health care delivery. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recently begun work to evaluate the potential of using an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to gather remote imagery and estimate population size in CHEs. This presentation will discuss study objectives, design, and key issues. Benjamin Sklaver U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention International Emergency and Refugee Health Branch 1600 Clifton Road NE, Mailstop E-97 Atlanta , GA 30316 US Phone: 404-498-0338 E-mail: bfu2@cdc.gov Steven Bullard Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Geospatial Research and Support Program 1600 Clifton Road NE, Mailstop E-60 Atlanta , GA 30329 US Phone: 4044980630 E-mail: asz3@cdc.gov |
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