Could artificial intelligence, drones, and solar-powered trackers aid in efforts to conserve Australia's beloved koala?That is the hope of university researchers in Australia's northernmost state of Queensland, as they undertake two innovative projects that use high-tech solutions to protect koalas against the threats of vehicle collisions and bushfires.A team of researchers at Queensland's Griffith University are using artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology to analyze how koalas cross busy roads.Like many cities and towns across Australia, local councils in Queensland ha…READ FULL ARTICLE