معرفی
Dr. Ollie Ballinger is a Lecturer (Teaching) in Geocomputation at the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA), University College London. His research focuses on leveraging computational methods and satellite imagery for conflict analysis, environmental monitoring, and humanitarian applications. He holds a PhD from the Oxford Department of International Development, where his work explored computational approaches to insurgent recruitment dynamics in Turkey.
Education:
- PhD in International Development from the University of Oxford (focused on computational conflict analysis)
Research Interests:
Dr. Ballinger's work spans geospatial analysis, remote sensing, and open-source intelligence (OSINT). He develops novel algorithms for detecting conflict-related damage (e.g., pixel-wise T-test for SAR imagery), tracks illicit activities like ship-to-ship transfers and illegal mining, and creates tools for humanitarian and environmental accountability. His projects often involve collaboration with organizations like Bellingcat and the Alan Turing Institute.
Key Projects:
- Pixel-Wise T-Test (PWTT) algorithm for open-access battle damage detection
- Analysis of ship-to-ship transfers in maritime trade
- Monitoring illegal rare earth mining in Myanmar
- Radar interference tracking for military surveillance systems
Tools & Contributions:
- Developed Python libraries for image processing and network analysis
- Principal Investigator for projects with Global Witness and the Alan Turing Institute
- Contributor to Bellingcat's investigative reporting on conflict pollution and environmental crimes
Grants & Collaborations:
Collaborations include work with the United Nations Satellite Centre (UNOSAT) for damage assessments and partnerships with NGOs like Global Witness for environmental monitoring projects. His research is supported by grants focused on computational methods for humanitarian and environmental applications.
Labs & Teams:
Active within the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA) at UCL, where he contributes to interdisciplinary geospatial research initiatives.
