ZooScatR

ZooScatR models scattering properties of weakly scattering marine organisms using the distorted wave Born approximation (DWBA) to support quantitative interpretation of fisheries acoustic data.

Key Features:

• Distorted Wave Born Approximation (DWBA): ZooScatR implements the DWBA model to characterize the scattering behavior of weakly scattering biological targets.
• R package implementation: ZooScatR provides computational routines implemented in R for modeling acoustic scattering properties.
• Support for quantitative acoustic processing: ZooScatR supplies modeling outputs that aid quantitative processing and interpretation of fisheries acoustic data.

Scientific Applications:

• Fisheries acoustics: Enhances precision of quantitative assessments of fish populations from acoustic data.
• Acoustic survey interpretation: Improves interpretation of acoustic surveys used in ecological and environmental studies.
• Marine biodiversity monitoring: Supports more accurate monitoring of marine biodiversity relevant to conservation efforts.

Methodology:

Methodology centers on the distorted wave Born approximation (DWBA) modeling interactions between acoustic waves and the physical structures of weakly scattering organisms.