José Pilartes-Congo, MANTIS Ph.D. student, recently attended and presented his research at the Utility Engineering and Surveying Institute (UESI) conference, held at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. His presentation, titled "Evaluation of UAS Survey Repeatability for Surface Modeling and Change Detection of Roadway Corridors," showcased the team’s contributions in the field of geospatial technology for transportation applications.

The UESI conference provided an invaluable opportunity for José, who was thrilled to engage with experts and receive constructive feedback that will undoubtedly enhance his research. The experience also offered him vital presentation practice in anticipation of his upcoming proposal defense.

Adding to the prestige of the event, José was awarded the Surveying Conference Student Scholarship. This scholarship aims to reduce the financial burden of conference attendance and connects recipients with professionals in surveying and mapping, maximizing the educational and networking benefits of the conference.

As José prepares for his proposal defense, the knowledge and experience gained at the UESI conference will undoubtedly play a crucial role in his continued academic success.