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Trung H. Nguyen,
Huu Chien Hoang,
Quang Thi Nguyen,
Duy Hai Nguyen,
Minh Ngoc Duong,
Ngoc Anh Nguyen,
Van Trung Chu,
Hoa T. Vu,
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry,, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry,, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry,, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and ForestryFaculty of Environment, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry Faculty of Environment, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry,, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry Faculty of Environment, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry Faculty of Environment, Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
- Faculty, Laboratory of Sustainable Technology and Solution (STAS.Lab), Thai Nguyen University of Agriculture and Forestry, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
Abstract
Soil contamination by heavy metals is a pressing global environmental concern, impacting ecosystem health, agricultural productivity, and human well-being. In Vietnam, rapid economic growth and industrialisation exacerbate these concerns, with diverse landscapes and intensive land use practices increasing susceptibility to heavy metal pollution. This study provides an overview of the assessment of soil heavy metal contamination, focusing on proximal spectroscopy and hyperspectral remote sensing techniques and their potential application in Vietnam. Highlighting the significant threats posed by soil heavy metal contamination to agriculture and human health in Vietnam, the study emphasises the importance of implementing cost-effective monitoring methods at provincial and regional scales. Proximal spectroscopy techniques offer efficient and cost-effective means for assessing soil heavy metal contamination, as demonstrated by numerous studies worldwide. However, their adoption in Vietnam remains limited due to challenges such as equipment accessibility, affordability, and the absence of tailored methodologies. On the other hand, hyperspectral remote sensing emerges as a powerful tool for monitoring soil heavy metal contamination on a large scale, leveraging detailed spectral information provided by sensors such as Hyperion, PRISMA, and EnMAP. Despite its widespread global use, its application in Vietnam is primarily confined to land use and land cover studies, indicating the need for further research to unlock its potential in addressing soil contamination challenges specific to the Vietnamese context. This review provides valuable insights for researchers, environmental practitioners, and policymakers in Vietnam and beyond. Through effective monitoring and assessment strategies, informed decisions can be made to mitigate the adverse effects of heavy metal contamination.
Keywords: Soil contamination, heavy metal contamination, proximal spectroscopy, hyperspectral, Vietnam
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Trung H. Nguyen, Huu Chien Hoang, Quang Thi Nguyen, Duy Hai Nguyen, Minh Ngoc Duong, Ngoc Anh Nguyen, Van Trung Chu, Hoa T. Vu. Assessment of Soil Heavy Metal Contamination Using Proximal Spectroscopy and Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: A Brief Review and Potential Application in Vietnam. Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS. 2025; 16(02):48-57.
Trung H. Nguyen, Huu Chien Hoang, Quang Thi Nguyen, Duy Hai Nguyen, Minh Ngoc Duong, Ngoc Anh Nguyen, Van Trung Chu, Hoa T. Vu. Assessment of Soil Heavy Metal Contamination Using Proximal Spectroscopy and Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: A Brief Review and Potential Application in Vietnam. Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS. 2025; 16(02):48-57. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jorsg/article=2025/view=0
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Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue | 02 |
| Received | 15/05/2025 |
| Accepted | 21/05/2025 |
| Published | 21/06/2025 |
| Publication Time | 37 Days |
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