معرفی
Nikolas Smilovsky serves as a Lecturer at The Design School within Arizona State University (ASU), with additional affiliations in the Central Arizona-Phoenix Long Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) program. His academic focus bridges geospatial technologies with environmental design, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and practical applications.
- PhD in Geography (GCU)
- MAS in Environmental Design (ASU)
- BA in Urban and Regional Planning (UF)
Research interests span Augmented Reality (AR), GIS, geodesign, and behavioral geography, with specific projects analyzing social capital impacts on spatial behavior, AR applications for underground utility mapping, and GIS pedagogy. He explores how geospatial tools enhance urban resilience and sustainable design.
Recent publications highlight AR-GIS integration for infrastructure visualization, spatial behavior modeling, and educational technology. Awards include FAA certification as a UAS Remote Pilot, GISCI professional certification, and leadership roles in geospatial outreach committees.
As a GIS Solutions Director at Bad Elf (2019–present), he advances AR/GIS technologies while maintaining academic engagement through teaching roles and CAP LTER research. His work bridges industry innovation with educational frameworks in geospatial sciences.