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Jason SadlerView profile

Professor

University of SouthamptonUnited Kingdom

Jason Sadler is a Professor and Principal Research Fellow in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at the University of Southampton. He specializes in geospatial technologies and web science applications for environmental challenges. As a member of the GeoData research group and Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute, his work bridges spatial data infrastructure with practical environmental solutions. Research Focus Professor Sadler's research explores the intersection of geospatial technology, semantic web applications, and environmental science. His primary interests include: Developing spatial data infrastructure (SDI) frameworks Creating web-based environmental decision support systems Semantic web applications for geospatial data integration Open-source geospatial solutions and laboratory development Coastal resilience modeling and risk assessment tools Transportation infrastructure geospatial analysis Publication Trends Sadler's recent publications (2021-2024) focus on transportation geospatial applications, including active travel infrastructure modeling and rail network risk assessment. Earlier work (2010-2018) established foundations in semantic sensor webs for environmental monitoring, coastal flooding applications, and disease mapping through human mobility patterns. His research consistently demonstrates innovative integration of web technologies with geospatial science. Research Projects Notable projects include: Flowminder Infrastructure (2018-present): Developing geospatial infrastructure for population mobility analysis Routable Active Travel Infrastructure Networks : Creating pavement network datasets for active transportation planning Coastal Resilience Portal : Web-based platform for exploring coastal vulnerability concepts GeoSRM : Online geospatial safety risk model for UK rail networks EU-funded projects including SemsorGrid and REMCap focusing on sensor networks and semantic technologies

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Pierre LacroixView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of GenevaSwitzerland

Dr. Pierre Lacroix is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva, where he conducts research and teaches in GIS, Spatial Data Infrastructure, and programming. He is also Head of Unit at UNEP/GRID-Geneva, leading initiatives such as the MapX platform for natural resource data management. His work bridges environmental science and policy through geospatial technologies. His research focuses on environmental modelling, geoprocessing, and the science-policy interface , with a strong emphasis on Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI) and Earth Observation. He applies these domains to critical global challenges including sustainable mining, land degradation, water security, and the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His expertise is grounded in both technical GIS development and policy-oriented applications. The trend in his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on leveraging satellite data and open geospatial platforms—such as Data Cube and MapX—to monitor environmental change, detect artisanal mining, assess land degradation, and support evidence-based environmental governance. His work spans multiple continents, particularly Africa and Europe, and integrates interdisciplinary methods from remote sensing, data science, and environmental policy. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Lacroix has led and contributed to numerous international research projects, including H2020 ERA-PLANET, FP7 IASON, EOPOWER, enviroGRIDS, and GEF TWAP. He has trained over 1,500 professionals in GIS and has mentored multiple researchers in environmental geoinformatics. His grants and projects often involve collaboration with UNEP, the European Commission, and academic institutions worldwide. He is actively involved in the enviroSPACE Lab at the University of Geneva and leads technical teams at UNEP/GRID-Geneva , particularly on the MapX platform. These teams focus on developing scalable tools for environmental data integration, visualization, and policy support using open-source geospatial technologies.

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Yaniss GuigozView profile

Lecturer

University of GenevaSwitzerland

Dr. Yaniss Guigoz is a Lecturer in the GeoHealth group at the Institute of Global Health, University of Geneva, and an expert in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI) at UN Environment/GRID-Geneva. He is also affiliated with the enviroSPACE and GeoHealth laboratories at the University of Geneva, where he contributes to research and teaching in geomatics and environmental sciences. He coordinates the Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in 'Geomatics for a Sustainable Environment' at the university. PhD in Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva (2016) Certificate of Specialization in Geomatics, University of Geneva Bachelor/Master in Geography, University of Geneva Dr. Guigoz's research focuses on the development and application of Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI) and Earth Observation technologies to address environmental and global health challenges. His work spans geospatial data integration, accessibility modeling, climate variables, and sustainable development. He applies GIS to public health projects, such as optimizing emergency obstetric care networks and modeling access to urban green spaces. His research is deeply interdisciplinary, combining environmental science, computer science, and health geography. His recent publications (2017–2025) reflect a strong trend in leveraging Earth Observation data cubes, cloud-based processing, and open geospatial platforms to support sustainable development and environmental monitoring. Topics include shoreline detection, snow cover evolution, air temperature forecasting, and urban green space accessibility, with applications across Europe, Africa, and the South Caucasus. The work frequently involves international collaboration and contributes to UN-led initiatives and SDGs. Dr. Guigoz has been involved in several major international research projects, including FP7 (AFROMAISON, ECOArm2ERA, IASON, EOPOWER), H2020 ECOPOTENTIAL, and SCOPES initiatives (ARPEGEO, Sustainable Caucasus). He has also contributed to capacity-building efforts through training and teaching in GIS and SDI, particularly in Africa. He has held professional positions at the World Health Organization (2000–2010) and has been continuously engaged with UN Environment/GRID-Geneva since 2005 as a GIS officer, webmaster, and SDI specialist. His dual affiliation with the United Nations and the University of Geneva enables impactful translational research bridging science and policy.

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Rolf de ByView profile

Associate Professor

University of TwenteNetherlands

Rolf de By is an Associate Professor at the GeoInformation Processing (GIP) Department within ITC, University of Twente, with a career spanning over two decades. His work bridges spatial databases, GIS technology, and geoinformatics to enhance system design and implementation for spatial data sharing and analysis. Focus areas include Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI), biodiversity databases, moving object data, and vague spatial objects. He leads the SDI - Technology theme, collaborating with experts in Web GIS, geoservices, and architecture. His teaching portfolio includes modules on databases, spatial data modeling, and research skills for geoinformatics and land administration programs. Research trends highlight his contributions to geospatial applications in food security, smallholder agriculture, land registration, and ethical AI. He integrates machine learning (e.g., convolutional networks) and IoT technologies into agricultural monitoring systems, emphasizing data-driven solutions for developing economies. Projects span Mongolia and Tanzania, addressing environmental and societal challenges through SDI. As a portfolio manager for the GIP department, de By drives external project acquisition and proposal writing. His academic legacy includes co-authoring foundational textbooks like Principles of Geographic Information Systems , shaping geoinformatics education globally.

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Caius DidulescuView profile

Professor

Technical University of Civil Engineering BucharestRomania

Caius Didulescu is a Professor at the Faculty of Geodesy, Department of Topography and Cadastre, Technical University of Civil Engineering in Bucharest (UTCB). He teaches courses including "Geodetic instruments and measurement methods", "Cartographic drawing and infographics", "Risk maps and hazard map analysis", and "Spatial data acquisition with terrestrial multisensors". He is an authorized individual by ANCPI (category D) since 2000 for topography, cadastre, cartography, and geodesy (series RO-BF, no. 1036), and a judicial technical expert authorized by the Ministry of Justice (license no. 36/18.05.2010, series 122/127/147/19042010). Education: Master's degree in Educational Management, with expertise in Quality Management in Education, Educational Project Management, Educational Program Evaluation, Leadership, and Communication. Research Interests: Professor Didulescu's work focuses on applied geodesy and spatial technologies, emphasizing: Spatial data acquisition using terrestrial multisensors for high-precision geodetic measurements National-level risk and hazard mapping with spatial database development Creation of spatial data infrastructures (SDI/INSPIRE) aligned with ISO standards (e.g., Land Administration Domain Model) Modern geodetic techniques for engineering topography, cadastre, and property evaluation 3D modeling and visualization for geospatial applications Optimization methods for spatial data processing Scientific Awards: No specific awards, fellowships, or medals were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: He actively involves master's and doctoral students in research projects while promoting national and international partnerships with universities, institutions, and business sectors to advance geospatial research. His work contributes to developing innovative services, regulations, and legislation in engineering topography and cadastre, though specific grant details are not provided. Labs and Teams: Professor Didulescu is a core member of UTCB's research center "Engineering Geodetic Measurements and Spatial Data Infrastructures". He represents Romania in International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) commissions for Hydrography (Commission 4), Positioning and Measurement (Commission 5), and Spatial Planning (Commission 8). He also serves on the censor commission of the Romanian Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (2023-2027), and is active in the National Commission for In Situ Behavior of Constructions and the Union of Geodesists of Romania.

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Bénédicte BucherView profile

Researcher

National School of Geographic SciencesFrance

Bénédicte Bucher is a researcher at the French National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information (IGN France), working in the Research Department of Geographical Information Sciences in Saint-Mandé. With 69 publications and 846 citations, she has established herself as a significant contributor to geospatial information science. Her research spans multiple interconnected domains: Geomatics and spatial data infrastructure Cartography and cognitive aspects of map reading Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) quality management Knowledge graphs for spatial dataset search 3D city modeling and national coverage implementations Urban climate services and city-scale climate impact assessment Bucher's work demonstrates a progression from foundational cartographic research to cutting-edge applications of semantic web technologies in geospatial contexts. Her recent publications focus on building knowledge graphs for spatial dataset discovery and addressing semantic heterogeneities in European Spatial Data Infrastructures. She has made significant contributions to urban climate services through the URCLIM project, developing approaches to handle uncertainties in city-scale climate projections. Her research has been widely recognized with 10,833 reads across her publications. She collaborates extensively with European researchers including Monika Sester from Leibniz Universität Hannover, Marie-Dominique Van Damme from IGN France, and Mickaël Brasebin from IGN France. Her work is cited by prominent researchers such as Muki Haklay from University College London and Werner Kuhn from University of California, Santa Barbara. Bucher's interdisciplinary approach bridges traditional geographic information science with emerging computational paradigms, making her work relevant to national mapping agencies, urban planners, climate adaptation specialists, and geospatial software developers.

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Barbara Schernthanner-HoferView profile

Associate Professor

Paris Lodron University of SalzburgAustria

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).

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Arnold BregtView profile

Professor

Wageningen University & ResearchNetherlands

Arnold Bregt is a Full Professor at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Department of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing and Education & Student Affairs. He holds leadership roles in PE&RC Directie and the Laboratory of Geo-information Science and Remote Sensing. His research focuses on spatial data infrastructure, land-use change dynamics, agent-based modeling, and governance frameworks for environmental systems. Bregt has supervised over 36 PhD candidates, including notable projects on agrobiodiversity, land-use policy modeling, and data science integration in education. Key research interests include conceptual frameworks for multi-scale land-use analysis, governance of spatial data infrastructures, and participatory approaches in environmental decision-making. He has contributed to over 367 publications, with recent work emphasizing the Vietnamese Mekong Delta's socio-ecological challenges. Bregt is actively involved in academic leadership, organizing conferences like the Scientific Student Conference 2024 and promoting interdisciplinary education through initiatives like the new data science degree program. His projects combine technical innovation (e.g., remote sensing for soil salinity assessment) with socio-institutional analysis, addressing topics like shrimp farming sustainability, mangrove conservation, and climate adaptation strategies. Bregt’s work bridges academia and policy, exemplified by his contributions to the INSPIRE governance framework and participatory modeling for land-use policy.

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Tahsin YomralıoğluView profile

Professor

Istanbul Technical UniversityTurkey

Prof. Dr. Tahsin Yomralıoğlu is a Professor in the Department of Geomatics Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), part of the Civil Engineering Faculty. He holds a PhD from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne. His research focuses on Land Management, GIS in Urban Planning, Cadastre Systems, and Geomatics. He has held leadership roles such as Director of Research and Application Center at ITU and chaired major events like the World Cadastre Summit (2014-2015). His work spans disaster management, smart cities, and sustainable development. Notable achievements include awards from ITU (2023), the Ministry of Environment (2015), and the Piri Reis Map Association (2012). He is a member of international organizations like FIG and has contributed to policy-making through roles in Turkish engineering unions. His academic contributions include over a dozen books and edited volumes, such as Geographic Information Systems: Basic Concepts and Applications and Cadastre: Geo-information Innovations in Land Administration . Education: PhD in Geomatics from University of Newcastle Upon Tyne (1990–1993), B.Sc./M.Sc. from Karadeniz Technical University. Key Roles: Professor at ITU (2009–present), Advisor to the Ministry of the Interior (2017–2023), Member of TÜBİTAK Advisory Board (2007–2011). Research Interests: Urban GIS, Disaster Informatics, Spatial Data Infrastructure, and Sustainable Land Management. Awards: Includes the 2023 Broadcast Performance Award and 2015 Best GIS Trainer recognition. Labs/Teams: Director of ITU’s Research and Application Center and founder of GISLab at Karadeniz Technical University. His work bridges geomatics with policy, emphasizing applications in urban transformation, cadastre innovation, and global spatial data standards. He actively participates in international initiatives like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through FIG collaborations.

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Carsten KeßlerView profile

Professor

Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Carsten Keßler is a Professor at the Department of Sustainability and Planning within The Technical Faculty of IT and Design at Aalborg University. He holds adjunct professorships at Bochum University of Applied Sciences (since 2021) and the Ph.D. Program in Earth and Environmental Sciences at the City University of New York (2017–2021). His research focuses on geoinformatics, population dynamics, migration patterns, and spatial data infrastructure. Education: Not explicitly listed in provided texts, but his academic rank implies doctoral qualification. Key research areas include: - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for urban and environmental analysis. - Migration studies , including historical migration patterns and future migration scenarios for Europe. - Spatial data infrastructure development and open educational resources for GIScience. - Machine learning applications in population modeling and environmental projections. He leads/co-leads projects such as FUME: Future Migration Scenarios for Europe (2019–2023) and EO4SDG: Earth Observation and Deep Learning for Sustainable Development . His work has produced over 75 publications, with recent focus on climate resilience, urban heatwaves, and geoprivacy. Notable awards include a prize for High-resolution spatialized population projections (2017). He actively contributes to academic peer review, conferences, and educational initiatives in geoinformatics.

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Gregory GiulianiView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of GenevaSwitzerland

Gregory Giuliani is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, University of Geneva. He also serves as Head of the Digital Earth Unit at GRID-Geneva and is actively involved in numerous international research initiatives including GEO, EARSeL, and the International Society for Digital Earth. PhD in Environmental Sciences, University of Geneva (2009–2011) Master in Natural Sciences of the Environment, University of Geneva (1998–2001) Bachelor in Earth Sciences, University of Geneva (1995–1998) His research is centered on Land Change Science, particularly land degradation, and the application of Earth Observations for environmental monitoring and sustainable development. He is a key figure in advancing Spatial Data Infrastructures, Digital Earth, and Earth Observation Data Cubes. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, open and reproducible science, and the integration of Essential Variables for environmental sustainability. The most recent publications highlight his leadership in the Swiss Data Cube initiative, digital twins for environmental modeling, and the use of machine learning for land cover mapping. His work bridges satellite data, geospatial analytics, and policy support for the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 15 (Life on Land) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities). Associate Editor, Big Earth Data (since 2020) Associate Editor, Frontiers in Environmental Science (since 2022) Editorial Board Member, International Journal of Digital Earth (since 2022) Editorial Board Member, Remote Sensing (since 2019) Guest Editor, special issues on Sentinel ARD, Earth Observation Data Cubes, and Essential Variables Dr. Giuliani supervises numerous PhD and Master’s students and leads major research projects such as SNF DT4LC, Horizon Europe LandShift, Monalisa, and Nostradamus. He has coordinated national and international efforts in geospatial capacity building and data interoperability. He is also involved in citizen science and open-source GIS initiatives, contributing to education and training at multiple levels. He leads the Digital Earth Unit at GRID-Geneva and is a driving force behind the Swiss Data Cube and Living Switzerland digital twin projects, aiming to create integrated, data-driven systems for environmental monitoring and policy support.

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Александар С. СтанимировићView profile

Associate Professor

University of NišSerbia

Александар С. Станимировић serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš, appointed in 2024 within the field of Computer Science and Informatics. His academic foundation stems entirely from this institution, where he has maintained continuous affiliation since undergraduate studies. His educational journey includes: Bachelor's degree (Diplomirao) in Electrical Engineering and Computing (2000) Master's degree (Magistrirao) in Electrical Engineering and Computing (2006) Doctorate (Doktorirao) in Electrical Engineering and Computing (year unspecified) Research focuses intensely on Geographic Information Systems with specializations in semantic interoperability, ontology mapping, and component-based spatial frameworks. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in utility network management and emergency response systems, emphasizing data integration challenges in heterogeneous environments. Early-career publications demonstrate consistent innovation in making geospatial systems interoperable through semantic technologies. Analysis of his 2004-2007 publications reveals a cohesive trajectory: initial work established component-based GIS architectures (2004), evolving toward semantic integration solutions (2005-2006), and culminating in domain-specific implementations for power networks and disaster management (2007). This progression shows increasing sophistication in handling real-world spatial data interoperability problems while maintaining theoretical rigor in ontology engineering. He currently participates in three active research initiatives comprising two national projects and one international collaboration, indicating sustained research momentum beyond his early publication period. While project specifics aren't detailed, their existence confirms ongoing scholarly activity aligned with his GIS expertise. No formal advising relationships or laboratory leadership roles are documented in the available materials.

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Rodolfo da SilvaView profile

Researcher

University of CyprusCyprus

Rodolfo da Silva is a Research Engineer II at the KIOS CoE , affiliated with the University of Cyprus . He joined KIOS in 2021 and specializes in Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with a focus on Intelligent Transport Systems and Sustainable Mobility. Education MSc in Land Management and Monitoring from the Polytechnic Institute of Tomar, Portugal (2005) His expertise spans GIS, sustainable mobility, and spatial data analysis. Prior to joining KIOS, he worked at institutions in Portugal and Germany, contributing to research projects related to urban planning and transportation systems. Rodolfo has held roles such as GIS and Remote Sensing Expert at the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (2015–2020) and Researcher at the University of Applied Sciences in Cologne, Germany (2012–2015). His technical background includes GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data infrastructure development.

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Artak Sargsyan PiloyanView profile

Assistant Professor

Yerevan State UniversityArmenia

Artak Sargsyan Piloyan is an Assistant Professor and Acting Head of the Department of Cartography and Geomorphology at Yerevan State University's Faculty of Geography and Geology. With a Candidate of Sciences degree (2018) and extensive experience in GIS methodologies, he specializes in geomorphometric analysis, environmental hazard mapping, and spatial data infrastructure development. His work focuses on integrating geospatial technologies for ecosystem assessment, disaster risk management, and sustainable resource planning. Education: Masaryk University (postgraduate studies), Yerevan State University (Bachelor's to PhD) Research Interests: Geomorphometry, GIS Applications, Environmental Monitoring Technical Contributions: Python-based SDI optimization, Landsat vegetation analysis, semi-automated landform classification His publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on Armenian environmental challenges, including Lake Sevan's aquatic vegetation dynamics, Aghstev River Basin risk assessment, and Yerevan's urban green space accessibility. Piloyan collaborates with international researchers like Milan Konečný and Vladimir Boynagryan, contributing to national spatial data frameworks and disaster risk atlases.

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