AI Innovation in Botany: Neophyte ID App
- N. Alim Yusuf received the WWF National Award.
- Award presented at the National ECHO Youth Innovation Summit 2026 in Telangana.
- Includes a seed grant of ₹1.5 lakh from World Wide Fund for Nature.
Neophyte ID App
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- Developed at Malabar Botanical Garden and Institute for Plant Sciences, Kozhikode.
- App named Neophyte ID identifies nearly 100 invasive plant species in Kerala.
- Launched at the Kerala Science Congress (February, Kochi).
Technology Used
- Powered by YOLOv11, an advanced machine learning model.
- Users can identify plants by simply capturing an image.
Key Features
- Available in Malayalam and English.
- Integrates geospatial tracking to map spread of invasive species.
- Provides valuable data for researchers and the Forest Department.
Significance
- Helps in early detection and management of invasive species.
- Supports biodiversity conservation efforts in Kerala.
- Demonstrates the role of AI in environmental protection and research.
