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Josef StroblView profile

Associate Professor

• Geoinformatics
• GIScience
• Spatial Data Infrastructure
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Josef Strobl is an Associate Professor at the Department of Geoinformatics , Paris Lodron University of Salzburg. With over 40 years of research activity (since 1982), he has produced 168 publications and participated in 51 projects. His work focuses on GIScience, spatial data infrastructure, remote sensing, and environmental engineering applications. Education : Not explicitly detailed in the text Research Interests : Geospatial technologies, data sharing frameworks, climate action support, hydrological modeling, and interdisciplinary applications in Central Asia Recent Publications (2021-2025) demonstrate expertise in geospatial ecosystems, water resource analysis, disease monitoring, and educational frameworks using GIS technologies across multiple domains including climate science, health geography, and regional development. Scientific Awards Christian-Doppler Preis (1989) Ehrenzeichen des Landes Salzburg (2018) Erasmus+ Botschafter (2022) Kulturfonds Salzburg Kinder- und Jugendprojektpreis (2020) Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) Leadership Roles include membership in the European Academy of Sciences and Arts (since 2021), full membership in the Austrian Academy of Sciences (since 2010), and organizing major conferences like GISCA 2024-2025. He contributes to editorial activities and peer review processes.

Ali MansourianView profile

Professor

• Geospatial Artificial Intelligence
• Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
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Ali Mansourian is a Professor of Geomatics at Lund University's Department of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science, where he serves as Director of the Lund University GIS Centre and Coordinator of the GIS & RS Master Programme. He is actively involved with the United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management (UN-GGIM) Academic Network and previously served on the European Association of Geographic Information Laboratories in Europe (AGILE) council. His academic leadership spans large-scale international research initiatives and capacity-building projects funded by Erasmus+ and SIDA. Mansourian's research focuses on Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI), Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI), and Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) using multi-objective optimization techniques. His work extends to applying GIS in epidemiology and public health, disaster risk management, land-use planning, climate change, environmental management, and sustainability. His research portfolio demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, bridging geospatial technology with critical societal challenges. His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward integrating advanced machine learning techniques with geospatial analysis, particularly in health applications, environmental monitoring, and climate change impacts. The research shows increasing emphasis on spatial ensemble learning, remote sensing applications, and the development of GeoAI tools that make geospatial analysis more accessible through natural language interfaces. His work spans multiple continents, with significant contributions in Africa, Europe, and Asia. Mansourian has extensive experience supervising PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, though specific student names aren't listed in the provided materials. He has coordinated numerous large-scale international projects including Geo-Academy, INTEGRAL, CADEO, and SWEMENA, demonstrating significant grant acquisition and management expertise. His leadership extends to evaluating proposals for major European research grant programs and serving as an invited evaluator for PhD theses. As Director of the Lund University GIS Centre and active member of multiple international networks, Mansourian leads a dynamic research environment focused on advancing geospatial technologies and their applications. His teams work at the intersection of traditional GIScience and emerging artificial intelligence approaches, creating innovative solutions for complex spatial problems across multiple domains including public health, environmental management, and sustainable development.

• Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Geospatial Information Ecosystem
• Artificial Intelligence
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Dr. Lesley Arnold holds an Adjunct Associate Professor position at Curtin University's School of Earth and Planetary Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. She specializes in governmental geospatial information policy, working globally with organizations like the United Nations and World Bank to strengthen geospatial management for sustainable development. As a lead author of the UN-GGIM Integrated Geospatial Information Framework (IGIF), she develops strategies for spatial data reform, open data initiatives, and SDI policies. Her career includes executive roles at Landgate, where she managed WA's geospatial programs, and leadership positions in intergovernmental committees such as ICSM and AuScope. Education: PhD in Spatial Science (Curtin University, 2005), BSc (First Class Honours) in Cartography (Curtin, 1996), and a Diploma in Cartography (Wembley Technical College, 1985). Awards include the SSSI Fellowship and D.B. Johnston Award for spatial sciences excellence. Research focuses on Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDIs), geospatial ecosystems powered by AI, data supply chains, and integrated geoinformation management. She has authored papers on semantic web technologies, geospatial provenance models, and decision-making frameworks for coastal management. Professional roles include Board Directorships at AuScope and AURIN, and executive leadership in global geospatial initiatives. Her work emphasizes collaboration across governments, academia, and industry to build sustainable geospatial data ecosystems.

Gonzalo Carlos Malvarez GarcíaView profile

Professor

• Coastal Geomorphology
• Sediment Dynamics
• Environmental Management
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Gonzalo Carlos Malvarez García is a Professor at Pablo de Olavide University , affiliated with the Department of Geography, History and Philosophy . He serves as Head of the Physical Geography Area and Coordinator of the Academic Committee for the Doctorate in Environment and Society. His research groups include COSTAS (Coastal Environments) and GCRL (Global Change Research Lab) . He holds a PhD in Environmental Science from the University of Ulster (UK). His teaching includes Physical Geography , Coastal Geography , Spatial Planning , and Geographic Information Science at both undergraduate and doctoral levels. Research Interests: Coastal geomorphology and sediment dynamics Anthropogenic impact on coastal systems Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) Coastal resilience and risk assessment Application of geospatial technologies Historical-environmental interactions Key Contributions: Pioneering studies on sediment budgets affected by reservoirs in Mediterranean coasts Analysis of Roman-era coastal industrial settlements Development of morphodynamic indicators for coastal management Interdisciplinary approaches to coastal tourism sustainability Implementation of SDI systems for coastal governance Storm impact modeling on coupled human-natural coastal systems

• Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI)
• GIS Applications
• Machine Learning in Geoinformatics
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Iwona Kaczmarek is a Professor in the Department of Systems Research at the Wrocław University of Science and Technology's Faculty of Spatial Management and Landscape Architecture. Her work focuses on advancing spatial data infrastructure (SDI), geoinformatics, and machine learning applications in urban and regional planning. She leads interdisciplinary research integrating GIS, natural language processing (NLP), and graph neural networks to address challenges in spatial planning, policy analysis, and socio-economic modeling. Research interests include: Spatial data integration and interoperability Machine learning for geospatial analysis Semantic web technologies for open data Urban sustainability and transit-oriented development Policy text mining and stakeholder analysis Recent work emphasizes: 1. Combining media sentiment analysis with economic indicators during crises (2025) 2. GeoAI-driven quality of life predictions using graph neural networks (2023) 3. Knowledge graph extraction from spatial development plans (2023) 4. Harmonizing local planning documents via NLP (2022) Collaborations include projects like the EYE initiative analyzing remote sensing for economic trends and SDI implementations in academic contexts. Over 75 documented outputs highlight her contributions to geospatial innovation and policy-relevant research.

Hans van der KwastView profile

Lecturer

• GIS and Remote Sensing Applications
• Environmental Modeling
• Water Resource Management
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Hans van der Kwast is an academic affiliated with IHE Delft Institute for Water Education since 2012. He previously worked as a researcher at the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) between 2007 and 2012, focusing on spatial dynamic environmental modeling. His teaching emphasizes Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and open data for professionals in the Global South, fostering innovative entrepreneurship. At IHE Delft, he coordinates eLearning support for partners and leads research on spatial data infrastructure (SDI), Citizen Observatories, and remote sensing for water productivity. He is a QGIS Certified Lecturer, developing OpenCourseWare, online courses, and training programs in GIS, remote sensing, and hydrological modeling. He initiated the GIS OpenCourseWare platform and authored the book QGIS for Hydrological Applications . He contributes actively to the QGIS and FOSS4G communities, serves on the Dutch QGIS User Group board, and developed the PCRaster Tools plugin for QGIS. His YouTube channel, with over 17k subscribers, provides tutorial videos on GIS and remote sensing. His research spans water resource management, climate change impacts, and environmental modeling, with a focus on tropical regions. He has collaborated on projects addressing nitrogen dynamics in rivers, floodplain inundation mapping, and uncertainty analysis in remote sensing-derived evapotranspiration estimates. Van der Kwast’s work integrates technology and education to enhance capacity building in water management, particularly leveraging open data and collaborative platforms. His contributions bridge academic research with practical training, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in developing contexts.

• Geodesy
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial Modeling
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Rizwan Bulbul is a researcher at the Institute of Geodesy , Graz University of Technology (TU Graz), Austria. His work bridges geodesy, geographic information systems (GIS), and computational modeling. Research Interests : Bulbul's research focuses on geospatial modeling, artificial intelligence integration, and sustainable urban development. Key areas include smart tourism simulations, energy transition policy analysis, and off-road robotic navigation using machine learning. His work also addresses forest fire prediction uncertainty, vertical photovoltaic potential, and cattle tracking in alpine environments. Publications : His research spans spatial optimization, 3D city modeling, and semantic routing. Recent projects involve leveraging AI for tourism simulations and energy policy evaluation, demonstrating interdisciplinary applications of geospatial technologies. Contact : Email: bulbul@tugraz.at Office: TU Graz, Steyrergasse 30/I, Room ST01122

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Remote Sensing
• Spatial Science
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Dr. Xiaoye Liu is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Surveying and Built Environment at the University of Southern Queensland, specializing in Surveying and Spatial Science. Their research focuses on spatial data quality, remote sensing applications, and geospatial technologies for environmental and disaster management. Dr. Liu holds a PhD from Monash University, preceded by a MAppIT from Monash, and degrees from Wuhan University. Education: Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Wuhan University Master of Engineering (MEng), Wuhan University Master of Applied Information Technology (MAppIT), Monash University Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Monash University Research interests include LiDAR data analysis, crowdsourced data credibility assessment, and spatial modeling for environmental conservation and disaster response. Dr. Liu’s work bridges GIS applications with ecological monitoring, particularly in rainforest ecosystems and wildlife habitat studies. Research Trends in Publications: Recent work emphasizes crowdsourced data quality (VGI/CSD), LiDAR-derived environmental modeling, and machine learning applications in spatial science. Key themes include geospatial data fusion, disaster management automation via SDI, and biodiversity tracking through spatial analytics. Advising and grants information is not explicitly detailed in the provided data. Dr. Liu’s contributions include collaborations on projects such as bilby habitat modeling and Hendra disease spatial epidemiology.

Lise SchrøderView profile

Associate Professor

• Spatial Planning
• Marine Spatial Planning
• Maritime Spatial Planning
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Lise Schrøder is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sustainability and Planning at Aalborg University’s Technical Faculty of IT and Design. She is affiliated with the Geoinformatics & Earth Observation group and the Danish Centre for Spatial Planning, as well as BLUE – Marine & Maritime Research. Her research is centered on marine and maritime spatial planning, geoinformatics, ecosystem services, and digital governance. Her research interests include marine spatial planning (MSP), ecosystem-based approaches, cumulative impact assessment, stakeholder engagement, and digital governance in the Nordic region. She applies geoinformatics and earth observation to support sustainable planning and climate adaptation, with a geographical focus on the Baltic Sea region. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in developing and applying spatial decision-support tools for maritime planning, integrating ecosystem services, stakeholder perceptions, and cumulative impacts. Her work spans environmental science, policy, and geospatial technology, often in interdisciplinary and international collaborations. Project Coordinator, SEADITO: Social-Ecological Analysis and Models for Digital Twin Ocean (2024–2027) Project Coordinator, AquaINFRA: Infrastructure for Marine and Inland Water Research (2024–2027) Project Manager, Knowledge Flows in MSP (2019–2022) Project Participant, Capacity4MSP (2019–2021) She has contributed to media and public discourse on geoinformatics, climate adaptation, and spatial planning, and has delivered lectures on INSPIRE implementation and open government data. She is actively involved in PhD supervision and research training. Lise Schrøder is part of the Geoinformatics & Earth Observation [GEO] research group and collaborates extensively within BLUE – Marine & Maritime Research, focusing on integrative and policy-relevant marine spatial planning solutions.

J.E. StoterView profile

Professor

• 3D City Modeling
• Geoinformatics
• Urban Planning
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Prof. J.E. Stoter is a leading academic in Urbanism at Delft University of Technology's School of Architecture and the Built Environment. His work focuses on 3D city modeling, geospatial integration, and digital twins. He has contributed to over 378 research outputs and pioneered projects like the nationwide 3D BAG dataset and BIM Legal standards for cadastral registration. Key affiliations: TU Delft, EuroSDR, ISPRS Research interests: Urban data infrastructure, BIM-GIS integration, digital twin applications Notable achievements include the Geospatial World Excellence Award (2021) and foundational work in CityGML standards. His research spans energy modeling, solar simulation, and urban policy frameworks, with significant contributions to automated building reconstruction from LiDAR data. Recent articles explore solar simulation tools, lane mapping benchmarks, and urban digital twin challenges. His work bridges geospatial science with practical urban planning applications, emphasizing interoperability and sustainability.

Franz-Josef BehrView profile

Professor

• Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Geospatial Standards
• Open Source Geospatial Software
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Franz-Josef Behr serves as Senior Professor of Geospatial Information at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences, specializing in Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), Standards, Open Source solutions, data modelling, and disaster mapping. His academic leadership includes serving as Study Dean for the Master Programme Photogrammetry and Geoinformatics (2009-2022) and founding the internationally recognized AGSE conference series focused on geoinformatics for societal and environmental challenges. Behr's research centers on geospatial interoperability, with expertise spanning SDI implementation, OGC standards evolution, and open source geospatial technologies. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in disaster management, urban planning, and international development, particularly through capacity-building initiatives in Indonesia and India. Current investigations examine OpenStreetMap integration for official cadastres and modern API-based service architectures replacing traditional OGC web services. Recent publications reveal strong trends toward practical implementations of open standards in governmental systems, UAV data processing for developing nations, and disaster response applications. His work consistently emphasizes interoperability, open data principles, and technology transfer to address real-world challenges in geospatial information management. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award at ISPRS Conference, Prague (2016) Academic leadership extends globally through roles as Co-chair of the ICA Commission on SDI and Standards (2017-2023), membership in ISO/TC 211 standards committees, and service on Kerala's Digital University Board of Studies. He has significantly advanced geospatial education through the AGSE conference network spanning 12 countries and numerous international workshops. As founder and chair of the AGSE conference series since 2009, Behr has cultivated a global network connecting academia, government, and industry across India, Peru, Kenya, Malaysia, Germany, Iran, Namibia, and Nepal. This initiative specifically focuses on applying geoinformatics to societal challenges including disaster management, sustainable development, and environmental monitoring through practical open-source implementations.

Lars BernardView profile

Professor

• (Geo-)Information Infrastructures
• Geoinformation Usability
• Distributed Geoprocessing
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Lars Bernard is Full Professor for Geoinformatics at the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Technische Universität Dresden since 2015. He also holds the position of Chief Digitalization and Information Management Officer (CDIO) at TU Dresden since 2020 and serves as member of the TUD Rectorate. PhD in Geoinformatics (University of Münster, 2001) Diploma in Physical Geography (University of Münster, 1995) His research focuses on (Geo-)Information Infrastructures , Distributed Geoprocessing , and Smart Environmental Monitoring . He has extensive experience in developing geospatial standards through roles in AGILE, EuroSDR, and INSPIRE initiatives. His publications demonstrate a consistent emphasis on: Metadata provision and data quality frameworks Interoperability solutions for geospatial systems Climate information service architectures User-driven provenance mechanisms As co-chair of RFII (2020-) and spokesperson for NFDI4Earth (2019-), he leads major German research data initiatives. He has advised numerous students and coordinated TU Dresden's Master Geoinformation Technologies program until 2018. Current leadership roles include serving on scientific editorial boards for Environmental Modelling & Software and International Journal of Spatial Data Infrastructures Research .

• Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI)
• Land Administration and Cadastre
• Information System Management
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Dev Raj Paudyal is a Lecturer in Surveying and Spatial Science at the School of Surveying and Built Environment , University of Southern Queensland (USQ). He is based at the Springfield Campus and can be contacted via DevRaj.Paudyal@unisq.edu.au . Languages: Nepali (accredited translator) Professional Memberships: Member, Surveying and Spatial Science Institute (SSSI, Australia) Founding Member, International Geospatial Society (IGS) Member, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Life Member, Nepal Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry Society (NRSPS), Nepal Education: BSc, Tribhuvan University MSc, University of Twente (ITC) PhD, University of Southern Queensland Teaching: Dr. Paudyal has 11 years of tertiary teaching experience and 3 years in other teaching roles. Currently teaches: SVY 1102 Surveying A , SVY 1500 Spatial Science for Engineers , SVY 1901 Surveying Practice , SVY 2301 Automated Surveying Systems , SVY 3200 Land Administration , and ENG 1101 Problem Solving . Research Focus: Specializes in Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) and its applications in land administration, cadastre, and natural resource management. His work bridges geomatic engineering and information systems to improve spatial data governance and utilization.

Barend KöbbenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• GIS
• Cartography
• Web Mapping
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Barend Köbben is a Senior Lecturer/Researcher at the University of Twente's Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), within the Department of Geo-Information Processing (GIP). He holds an MSc in Geography (Cartography specialization) from Utrecht University and has over 25 years of academic experience, including a move to ITC in 1997. His work combines cartographic visualization with web application development, focusing on automated mapping in services environments. Education: MSc in Geography (Cartography), Utrecht University PhD equivalent via research contributions (not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Automated mapping pipelines using Open Web clients (D3, Vega-Lite) Thematic mapping and educational resources (THEMPE project) Spatiotemporal analytics in SDIs (Spatial Data Infrastructures) Standardization in cartography via ICA Working Group Teaching: Cartographic Theory, WebCartography, Geo-Webservices Coordinates Erasmus Mundus MSc program in Cartography Contributions: Over 1,000 maps/infographics published in Geografie Map Editor for KNAG journal Consultancy across 9 countries (Netherlands, India, etc.) Awards: 2020 Kartografieprijs for cartographic excellence Activities: Chair, ICA Working Group on Cartographic Standardization Member, Nederlandse Taalunie's Geographic Names Commission Keynotes on topics like 'Critical Map Literacy' Labs/Teams: Research Theme STAMP (Spatio-Temporal Analytics, Maps, Processing) OSGeo Foundation member Core contributor to Open Source GIS projects

Ryan BaxterView profile

Teaching Professor

• Geographic Information Science
• Geospatial Technologies
• Land-Use Change
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Ryan Baxter is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Geography at Pennsylvania State University, where he teaches in both the undergraduate program and the Online Geospatial Program, offering certificate and master's degree options in geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial data science. He conducts research through Penn State's Institute of Energy & the Environment (IEE), focusing on geographic information science and the land use impacts of energy production. University: Pennsylvania State University School: College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Department: Department of Geography Academic Rank: Teaching Professor Email: rbaxter@psu.edu Office: 215 Walker Building His research spans two major areas: geospatial technologies and energy-related land use. In GIScience, his interests include spatial databases, online data discovery tools, interactive mapping applications, and cloud-based GIS services. He leads the development and administration of critical data infrastructure such as the Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access (PASDA) clearinghouse and the Penn State Data Commons. His energy research focuses on spatial modeling of land use change, quantifying abandoned cropland, and assessing land suitability for renewable energy sources like biomass and solar. His recent publications highlight trends in renewable energy potential from abandoned cropland, geospatial modeling of biorefining, flood mitigation policy impacts, and sustainable agricultural practices. These works reflect a strong integration of GIS and environmental science to address sustainability challenges. His expertise aligns with the Geospatial Big Data Analytics and Spatial Modeling and Remote Sensing research clusters at Penn State. Ryan Baxter has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He is actively involved in teaching and research, with no indication of advising graduate students in the provided material. He leads major geospatial data initiatives and contributes to both academic instruction and public-facing data platforms. His work bridges technical GIS development with environmental applications, particularly in energy and land use policy. He is the lead developer and system administrator for the Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access (PASDA) clearinghouse and the Penn State Data Commons, playing a central role in geospatial data management and distribution at the institutional and state levels.