We are pleased to share the poster made in collaboration with Bluematic and the University of South Bohemia presented by our colleague Pavel Foltan at SETAC in 2024.
Title: “Automation and digitization of the data collection and processing in honeybee tunnel tests”
Honeybee tunnel tests, as outlined in the OECD 75 guidance document, are conducted under semi-field conditions to quantitatively assess the impact of plant protection products on honeybee brood development. The testing process involves the collection of extensive datasets encompassing behavioural, environmental, mortality and colony/brood development metrics. The data collection process is labour-intensive, carried out over discrete time intervals with biologically relevant gaps, demanding a high level of expertise from personnel, and susceptible to observer bias.
Our project aims to enhance this process by developing a GLP-compliant technological solution that emphasizes data collection and processing automation through the integration of multiple measuring devices and sensors alongside the utilization of artificial intelligence for data processing and analysis.
