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We use ground-based time-lapse imagery for ecohydrological research, education and communication.

stream monitoring site with weir and GaugeCam and camera monitoring system
Kearney Outdoor Learning Area stream monitoring site with downed tree across a gravel-bed creek
Sandhills groundwater-fed stream with monitoring equipment installed
Scientists setting up monitoring equipment on a groundwater-fed Sandhills stream in Nebraska
Stop sign target for GaugeCam image-based water level measurement system

GRIME2 Software

GRIME2 is a Windows program for managing and analyzing imagery of water bodies. Current functionality includes automatic calibration and water level measurement. Gaugecam Remote Image Manager – Educational is open source and free.

Find out more on the GRIME2 page.

GRIME AI Software

GaugeCam Remote Image Manager Educational Artificial Intelligence user interface

GRIME AI is a Windows program for accessing open data, including images. Current functionality includes a download manager for NEON/PhenoCam sites. Image processing and machine workflows are also being developed for use with public data or imagery from your own field sites.

Find out more on the GRIME AI page.

Publications

Our team has been involved in image-based hydrology for over a decade. New applications are focused on image analysis, data fusion, and machine learning applications. This work informs the new workflows and functionality we're adding to GRIME2 and GRIME-AI. Recent studies include:

  • GaugeCam (GRIME2) lab and field performance studies
  • GaugeCam (GRIME2) technical note
  • Water quality study using GaugeCam monitoring
  • Improving streamflow monitoring
  • Manuscripts in prep: 2

Find out more on the Publications page.