Smart Agriculture & Environment

Smart Agriculture & Environment

Smart Agriculture & Environment at UTA focuses on the resilient stewardship of our planet’s resources by integrating high-tech solutions with environmental science. This theme showcases how our researchers utilize artificial intelligence, satellite imagery, and advanced biology to secure food systems, improve urban air quality, and protect natural habitats. Readers will explore how UTA is leading the "climate-smart" revolution, ensuring that both rural lands and urban centers can thrive in an era of rapid environmental change.

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Applying AI to Smart Agriculture

At UT Arlington’s new Smart Agriculture Research Center, computer science and engineering students are using AI, robotics, and machine learning to solve real-world farming challenges. From trapping deadly pests to turning wastewater into crop irrigation, discover how urban tech minds are revolutionizing modern agriculture and creating unexpected career pathways in this vital industry.
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UTA study targets hidden air hazards in homes

Through an $860,147 grant from HUD, UTA researchers are investigating how to reduce indoor air pollutants that trigger asthma and other respiratory issues. The study evaluates the effectiveness of energy recovery ventilators and HEPA cleaners in North Texas homes, particularly those near high-traffic areas. This environmental health initiative provides readers with evidence-based insights into creating safer living spaces and helps policymakers develop better housing regulations.