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• Geoinformatics
• Geographic Information Science (GIScience)
• Remote Sensing
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Thomas Blaschke is a Professor for Geoinformatics and Head of the Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS at the University of Salzburg. His work integrates methodological research in Geographic Information Science (GIScience) and Object-Based Image Analysis (OBIA) with applications in spatial modeling, natural hazard assessment, and urban livability analysis. MSc in Geography/Geographic Information Systems (1986–1992) PhD in Geography (1992–1995) Habilitation (2001) His research focuses on spatial analysis, decision-support systems, and remote sensing data quality. He leads the Landscape Analysis Research Group (LARG) and co-leads Z_GIS, a hub for geospatial research and education. Blaschke’s supervised projects span multi-hazard susceptibility mapping, big Earth observation data analysis, and participatory community planning. Blaschke has held visiting professorships at the University of Vechta (Germany) and the University of South Carolina (USA). He directs the researchstudio iSPACE and contributes to international networks like the Association for Geoinformatics, GeoIT, and Navigation. Member of the Austrian Academy of Sciences Fulbright Professorship recipient Blaschke supervises numerous PhD students, including Karl Atzmanstorfer, Sepideh Tavakkoli, and Sansar Raj Meena, whose works address topics such as landslide inventory, data fusion, and urban planning. He is based at the University of Salzburg’s Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS, a leading center for geospatial education and research.

Barbara Schernthanner-HoferView profile

Associate Professor

• Interoperability and Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Web-based Geoprocessing
• Digital Earth
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Barbara Schernthanner-Hofer is an Associate Professor at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) at the University of Salzburg. She is an Associated Faculty member of the Doctoral College GIScience and serves on the Editorial Board of the AGIT – Journal for Applied Geoinformatics . Her research focuses on Interoperability and Spatial Data Infrastructures, Web-based Geoprocessing, and Digital Earth. Teaching: Co-supervised PhD students: Christian Neuwirth (completed May 2016) and Alfred Wieser. Current courses include Geovisualization and Advanced Cartography , SDI Services Implementation , and Spatial Statistics in the Master's program in Applied Geoinformatics. Past courses include Geodata Acquisition , Thematic Cartography and Geovisualization , and Ontologies and Semantics . Research and Editorial Roles: Serves on the Editorial Board of the AGIT – Journal for Applied Geoinformatics . Labs/Teams: Active within the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS).

• Geoinformatics
• GIS
• Natural Language Processing
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Omid Abbasi is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) within the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences at the University of Salzburg. His work focuses on integrating natural language processing (NLP) with geospatial data to enhance place-based analysis and recommendation systems. Key areas include semantic similarity measures in GIS, spatiotemporal modeling, and extracting spatial information from textual descriptions. His research emphasizes bridging textual and geospatial data, particularly in applications like location-based services, urban mobility analysis, and citizen satisfaction evaluation. Recent studies address topics such as LLMs' geographical representation reliability, pandemic impacts on urban environments, and tourist behavior modeling using geotagged photos. Abbasi has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2015, with notable work on conceptual spaces, spatial interaction models, and agent-based approaches in geo-social networks. He collaborates with the Z_GIS team on projects involving machine learning, human-centric GIS interfaces, and mobility prediction using social media data.

Ainura NazarkulovaView profile

Researcher

• Geographic Information Systems
• Spatial Analysis
• Remote Sensing
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Ainura Nazarkulova serves as a Senior Scientist at the Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS within the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences at the University of Salzburg (PLUS). Her position places her within one of the six faculties that comprise this historic institution, which was founded in 1622 and re-established in 1962. Her research focuses on geospatial technologies and applications, with particular emphasis on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial analysis methodologies, and remote sensing techniques. Her work intersects with environmental science, land use change analysis, and geospatial data science, contributing to the university's research profile in natural sciences and digital analytical methods. The Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS is recognized for its contributions to spatial information science and application-oriented research. As a Senior Scientist, Dr. Nazarkulova contributes to the University of Salzburg's research mission, which combines diverse research achievements with teaching excellence. The university hosts approximately 2,000 researchers who significantly shape its profile through excellent research work across various disciplines.

Karl AtzmanstorferView profile

Researcher

• Geoinformatics
• Remote Sensing
• GIS Applications
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Karl Atzmanstorfer is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) within the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences at the University of Salzburg. His work focuses on geospatial technologies and environmental analysis. He holds an office at Schillerstraße 30 in Salzburg. Contact: +43 (0) 662 / 8044-7595 or karl.atzmanstorfer@salzburg.ac.at.

Daniel HölblingView profile

Researcher

• Remote Sensing
• Object-based Image Analysis (OBIA)
• Natural Hazards
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Dr. Daniel Hölbling is a Research Associate and Project Manager at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) at the University of Salzburg. He leads the Risk, Hazard & Climate Research Group and specializes in remote sensing, object-based image analysis (OBIA), and the study of natural hazards such as landslides and glacial processes. His work integrates advanced geospatial technologies to address environmental challenges, including climate change impacts on landscapes and infrastructure. Affiliations: University of Salzburg – Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences, Z_GIS. Research Focus: Landslide susceptibility modeling, geomorphological dynamics, and disaster risk assessment using remote sensing data. Key projects include analyzing glacier retreat effects on alpine infrastructure, spatial vulnerability assessments, and developing EO-based services for humanitarian aid. His research spans global collaborations in Iceland, New Zealand, Brazil, and the Arctic. Publications highlight his contributions to landslide-dammed lake scaling, SAR-based change detection, and aeolian dune dynamics. Awards include the Copernicus Price runner-up and grants supporting interdisciplinary geospatial research.

Robert VoglerView profile

Researcher

• Geographic Information Science
• Geomedia in Education
• Spatial Learning
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Dr. Robert Vogler is a Senior Scientist at the University of Salzburg's Department of Sociology and Social Geography, part of the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences. His work focuses on advancing spatially enabled learning, geomedia applications in education, and addressing societal challenges through geography didactics. Key areas include participatory citizen science, digital tools for sustainable development, and combating right-wing extremism through educational mapping projects. Research Interests: GI/geomedia in education environments, spatially enabled learning, social construction of space, and education for sustainable development. Vogler has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications, including work on OpenStreetMap usability, participatory spatial planning, and youth engagement in urban development. Recent projects include the u³Green initiative for participatory citizen science and the YouthMap 5020 project, which designs youth-centered web maps. His work bridges geoinformatics with social science pedagogy, emphasizing real-world applications of spatial technologies in classrooms and communities.

• Geoinformatics
• Geographic Information Systems
• Spatial Analysis
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Carla Mae Arellano serves as a Research Associate at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) within the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences at the University of Salzburg. Her academic affiliation places her within one of Europe's comprehensive research institutions with strong international connections. Her research focuses on geoinformatics and geographic information systems, with specific interests spanning spatial analysis, remote sensing technologies, and geospatial data science. The Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) at the University of Salzburg maintains a strong research profile in these areas, contributing to both regional and international scientific communities. Based at Schillerstraße 30 in Salzburg, Dr. Arellano participates in the research-led teaching environment that characterizes the University of Salzburg's academic approach. The institution combines research achievements with comprehensive educational offerings across its six faculties and 34 departments.

• Geographic Information Systems
• Spatial Analysis
• Remote Sensing
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Arioluwa Aribisala serves as a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics (Z_GIS) within the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences at the University of Salzburg. The Department of Geoinformatics focuses on advanced spatial data analysis, geographic information science, and related geospatial technologies. As part of the University of Salzburg's comprehensive academic structure with six faculties and 34 departments, Z_GIS contributes to the institution's research profile in digital and analytical sciences. Dr. Aribisala's research spans critical areas in modern geoinformatics including Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Remote Sensing, Geospatial Data Science, Environmental Modeling, and Cartography. Their work supports the university's research-led teaching approach that combines diverse research achievements with outstanding educational offerings. Based at Schillerstraße 30, Techno-15 in Salzburg, the researcher contributes to Z_GIS's mission of advancing knowledge in spatial information science through innovative research projects and academic collaborations.

Hannah AugustinView profile

Researcher

• big Earth data
• geospatial data cubes
• remote sensing
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Hannah Augustin is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS, part of the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences at the University of Salzburg. She is based at Schillerstr. 30, 5020 Salzburg. Her research focuses on geospatial technologies and sustainability, including big Earth data, remote sensing, and open-source tools. Her key research interests include land-use/land cover change, food security, and social justice, with an emphasis on reproducible research methodologies. She is active on ResearchGate, LinkedIn, and Google Scholar. No academic awards or specific grants are mentioned in the provided texts. She holds no listed advisees or students, and there is no mention of former roles or retirement status.

• Geoinformatics
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial Data Analysis
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Julian Graf is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS at the University of Salzburg, Austria. His work focuses on geospatial data analysis and environmental informatics. Fields of interest include: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Spatial Data Analysis Environmental Informatics

• Geoinformatics
• Spatial Analysis
• GIS Applications
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Maximilian Hawner is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS, part of the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences at the University of Salzburg. His work focuses on geospatial technologies and environmental data analysis. He is affiliated with the Z_GIS team, contributing to interdisciplinary research in geoinformatics. Research interests include spatial data modeling, GIS applications in environmental studies, and digital methods for geographical analysis. His work often intersects with environmental science and technology. Labs/Teams: Part of the Z_GIS research group, collaborating on geoinformatics projects.

Stéphane HenriodView profile

Researcher

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Digital Transformation in Development Cooperation
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Stéphane Henriod is a researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics – Z_GIS at the University of Salzburg . His work focuses on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), National Spatial Data Infrastructures, and Agile digitalization strategies in international development cooperation. Henriod specializes in bridging the communication gap between technical developers and domain experts using Scrum and Design Thinking methodologies. He emphasizes the Principles for Digital Development , particularly design with the user, sustainability, and open standards. With 15 years of experience in GIS projects and a background as former head of GEOSTAT at the Swiss Federal Statistical Office, he offers consulting services worldwide. His expertise spans French, English, and German, with specific focus on Central Asia.

• Geoinformatics
• Geography
• Spatial Data Analysis
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Nimrod Kibet is a researcher at the University of Salzburg , affiliated with the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS under the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences . His work focuses on geospatial technologies and environmental modeling. Research Interests : Geoinformatics Geography Spatial Data Analysis Remote Sensing Environmental Modeling

• Geoinformatics
• Geographic Information Systems
• Spatial Data Analysis
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Florian Sebastian Kienhoefer is a Researcher at the Department of Geoinformatics - Z_GIS, University of Salzburg. He is based at Schillerstraße 30, 5020 Salzburg. His research focuses on geospatial technologies, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) , Spatial Data Analysis , and Remote Sensing . He contributes to the university's research-led teaching initiatives in the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences. Email: floriansebastian.kienhoefer@plus.ac.at