Miles Clement Email & Phone Number

York, England, United Kingdom

Currently working as part of the Earth Observation technical team developing the Living England project, part of the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) programme. The project combines satellite imagery, in-field habitat records and various geospatial datasets (terrain, geology) to produce a national-scale habitat probability map. This is achieved using a Random Forest machine learning, bespoke GIS workflows, and cloud computing.In particular, I have helped lead the… Show more Currently working as part of the Earth Observation technical team developing the Living England project, part of the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) programme. The project combines satellite imagery, in-field habitat records and various geospatial datasets (terrain, geology) to produce a national-scale habitat probability map. This is achieved using a Random Forest machine learning, bespoke GIS workflows, and cloud computing.In particular, I have helped lead the following aspects of the project:--- The segmentation process, using Trimble eCognition software, which uses satellite imagery to produce the objects classified in the model.--- Improved the urban and water classification with the application of bespoke remote sensing and GIS processes.--- Developed an automated workflow for classifying specific habitats which have high-quality extents available from partner organisations (eg. Coastal Saltmarsh extent from Environment Agency).--- Significantly developed the project code, helping improve overall efficiency and parameterisation options for the Random Forest model. Maintained the project GitHub account.Some of the key skills required have included:--- Strong technical skills across multiple disciplines (earth observation, spatial modelling, R programming, habitat specific geographies), which allows an agile approach to solving any challenges.--- Being adaptable and quick to learn new skills, allowing the project to develop at pace as new opportunities and research ideas present themselves.--- Excellent communication skills, including writing technical documentation, and regularly presenting the project aims and results to colleagues and external stakeholders. Demonstrated media editing skills to produce project videos (in Camtasia).--- Collaborative working with technical specialists, ecologists and data management experts to ensure the project goals are achieved in a timely manner. Show less

Role primarily involved undertaking environmental analysis and developing geospatial software tools as part of the Newcastle University Urban Observatory. Key projects included:--- Researching the impacts of the Covid-19 societal restrictions on air quality in Newcastle. This involved working collaboratively with data scientists and air quality experts to identify key metrics, and undertaking real-time data analysis and visualisation to quantify environmental changes.--- Involved in… Show more Role primarily involved undertaking environmental analysis and developing geospatial software tools as part of the Newcastle University Urban Observatory. Key projects included:--- Researching the impacts of the Covid-19 societal restrictions on air quality in Newcastle. This involved working collaboratively with data scientists and air quality experts to identify key metrics, and undertaking real-time data analysis and visualisation to quantify environmental changes.--- Involved in planning the deployment, and subsequent data management and visualisation of rural livestock monitoring sensors within a national park, via Internet of Things sensors and network.--- Assisted the research software team with maintaining the core Urban Observatory data transfer, storage and visualisation infrastructure.The following skills were required for this role:--- Strong team working and communication skills within the software team to maintain work progress and standards. Regular collaboration with external stakeholders to identify and implement real-world applications of research techniques.--- Excellent project management skills were required to ensure the timely completion of project deadlines to the satisfaction of principal investigators, funding bodies and project partners.--- An agile approach to managing workloads, allowing for reprioritisation of tasks when new research avenues became apparent.--- Efficiency when problem-solving technical issues. Show less

Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Research developed a series of tools able to estimate flood dynamics (extent, depth and volume) using Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and geospatial datasets. The developed workflow utilises change detection and radiometric thresholding of SAR images to determine inundation extents, followed by data fusion with terrain models and surface interpolation within a spatial model to calculate flood depths and volumes. Whilst studying for my PhD a number of areas of expertise and… Show more Research developed a series of tools able to estimate flood dynamics (extent, depth and volume) using Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and geospatial datasets. The developed workflow utilises change detection and radiometric thresholding of SAR images to determine inundation extents, followed by data fusion with terrain models and surface interpolation within a spatial model to calculate flood depths and volumes. Whilst studying for my PhD a number of areas of expertise and technical skills have been developed . Alongside these are the organisational, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving and project management skillsets that have been required throughout the course of my research. Key knowledge and skills include:--- Satellite remote sensing – I have a thorough understanding of the principles of satellite optical and SAR imagery. Experienced in the pre-processing of data, and knowledgeable in the further analysis that can be performed for various applications.--- Flood Hydrology – I am familiar with the causes, characteristics, impacts and mitigation techniques associated with flood hazards. --- GIS – Knowledgeable in the main principles and applications of GIS and spatial modelling. I am experienced in using software (ESRI software suite) alongside coding to achieve desired results. --- Programming – I have developed, tested, debugged, implemented and documented code to process and analyse satellite data. I have experience in using R, Python and Google Earth Engine. Show less

Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

During my PhD studies, I had the opportunity to demonstrate undergraduate and Masters level modules within the School of Engineering. Topics demonstrated include remote sensing (using Erdas Imagine), photogrammetry, undergraduate and postgraduate GIS (using ArcMap) and introductory python. I have also assisted academic staff with the marking of first-year remote sensing and photogrammetry coursework.During my final year of my PhD, I have also assisted in supervising an MSc student… Show more During my PhD studies, I had the opportunity to demonstrate undergraduate and Masters level modules within the School of Engineering. Topics demonstrated include remote sensing (using Erdas Imagine), photogrammetry, undergraduate and postgraduate GIS (using ArcMap) and introductory python. I have also assisted academic staff with the marking of first-year remote sensing and photogrammetry coursework.During my final year of my PhD, I have also assisted in supervising an MSc student whilst they complete their final year project, based around comparing flood dynamics from a satellite and model viewpoint. This involved helping with the formation of the project idea, helping the student understand the principles of remote sensing and its use for flood mapping, and helping with results analysis. Show less

The main responsibility of the position was the real-time quality control of deep marine seismic data. Acting as the team leader for the onboard processing team, the role included:--- Being responsible for ensuring project objectives were achieved. Excellent organisational and time management skills were required to guarantee deadlines were met, often needing the prioritisation of individual tasks to maintain the efficient processing of data.--- Acting as the primary contact for… Show more The main responsibility of the position was the real-time quality control of deep marine seismic data. Acting as the team leader for the onboard processing team, the role included:--- Being responsible for ensuring project objectives were achieved. Excellent organisational and time management skills were required to guarantee deadlines were met, often needing the prioritisation of individual tasks to maintain the efficient processing of data.--- Acting as the primary contact for communications with the client, as well as internal departments onboard the vessel and project managers ashore. This involved discussing data quality and processing with the client representative, along with confirming acquisition plans and highlighting equipment malfunctions with other onboard departments. Regular updates were provided to project managers ashore to confirm that processing requirements and deadlines were met. Daily, weekly and end of job reports formed an integral part of the role, with clear and concise written communication required for distribution amongst clients and internal departments.--- Ensuring the processing team stayed motivated and challenged on a daily basis. Trained junior staff in various aspects of data processing and survey operations, creating productive, well-rounded team members.--- Proven to be an excellent team player and always willing to assist other departments to enable efficient project progression.--- Established an exemplary health and safety record whilst in the role, raising numerous issues that led to improvements in team safety and survey efficiency. Show less

Main responsibilities included the quality control, processing and preliminary hazard assessment of various types of shallow marine seismic data. Often worked as the sole processor on a project, taking responsibility for advising the client about data quality and processing. Regularly communicated with clients, project managers and other internal departments with recommendations for the next phase of the project based on the initial geophysical results. Exemplary time management and… Show more Main responsibilities included the quality control, processing and preliminary hazard assessment of various types of shallow marine seismic data. Often worked as the sole processor on a project, taking responsibility for advising the client about data quality and processing. Regularly communicated with clients, project managers and other internal departments with recommendations for the next phase of the project based on the initial geophysical results. Exemplary time management and organisation skills were required to ensure data delivery was completed in a timely manner, often with multiple projects running simultaneously. As a senior member of staff (promoted September 2010), training and mentoring new employees was an important aspect of the position. Ensured junior processors became quickly competent in data quality control, processing and interpretation, providing guidance in how to effectively make decisions in collaboration with the client and other departments. Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Remote Sensing; Hydrology

Thesis Title: “Flood Extent and Volume Estimation using Multi-Temporal Synthetic Aperture Radar”. The studentship is funded by the Data.

Master'S Degree, River Basin Dynamics And Management With Gis, Pass With Distinction

Dissertation: 'The effect of changes in climate and land cover on river flow in Alaskan glaciated catchments.' The project involved.

Bachelor’S Degree, Environmental Science, 2:1

Dissertation: 'An Investigation into the Factors Controlling the Water Chemistry of the River Derwent, England’ Modules studied: - Applied.

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