جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Soheil Sabriمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Urban Digital Twins
• Geospatial Science
• Urban Planning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Soheil Sabri is an Assistant Professor at the School of Modeling, Simulation, and Training (SMST) at the University of Central Florida (UCF), where he directs the Urban Digital Twin Lab. His primary focus involves advancing urban planning through Digital Twins, Geospatial Science, and data-driven decision-making frameworks. Education: Ph.D. in Urban & Regional Planning, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia M.S. in Urban Planning, Science and Research University-Tehran M.S. in IT Management (Executive), The University of Melbourne Postdoctoral Fellowships in Urban Analytics and 3D Geospatial/Landscape Design at The University of Melbourne Research Interests: Dr. Sabri specializes in Digital Twins for urban systems, integrating 2D/3D/4D geospatial data with socio-economic and environmental modeling. His work emphasizes Planning Support Systems , GeoDesign , and Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) , leveraging IoT, AI, and Deep Learning to enhance urban quality of life (UQoL). He also explores real-time analytics for critical infrastructure and interoperability in building energy models. Professional Leadership: He co-chairs the Academia and Research Working Group in the Digital Twin Consortium and contributes to national initiatives like the Planning Institute of Australia's PlanTech Working Group, Geoscience Australia's Spatial Digital Twin Working Group, and the Smart Cities Council's Digital Twin Task Force. Prior Appointments: Before joining UCF, Dr. Sabri served as Senior Research Fellow at The University of Melbourne's Centre for Spatial Data Infrastructure and Land Administration (2014–2023), where he led global consultancy projects on digital land planning, urban analytics, and public health impacts of built environments. He was also a Senior Lecturer at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2012–2014). Laboratory Leadership: The Urban Digital Twin Lab under his direction focuses on 3D urban analytics, climate adaptation through GeoDesign, and modeling complex human-environment interactions. His lab develops composable system architectures for Digital Twins that unify spatial-temporal data with predictive analytics.

Thomas Fisherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Design
• Ethics
• System Design
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Thomas Fisher is a Professor of Architecture at the University of Minnesota’s College of Design, where he also serves as Director of the Minnesota Design Center and Director of MSMD. Holding the Dayton Hudson Chair in Urban Design, Fisher combines academic leadership with editorial and publishing expertise. Bachelor of Architecture, Cornell University Master of Arts in Intellectual History, Case Western Reserve University Fisher’s research spans urban design , system design , and ethics , with a focus on the intersection of architectural theory, criticism, and design justice. His work emphasizes the societal impact of architecture and urban planning. Scientific awards and recognition include being named one of the top-25 design educators by Design Intelligence four times and recognized in 2005 as the fifth most published writer on architecture in the U.S. Fisher has lectured at over 50 universities and 150 professional meetings. He has authored 12 books, including The Architecture of Ethics (2019) and co-edited The International Geodesign Collaboration (2020). His contact information is tfisher@umn.edu , with offices in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN.

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Spatial Data Privacy
• GIS Ethics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nancy J Obermeyer is a Professor of Geography in the Earth & Environmental Systems department within the College of Arts & Sciences at Indiana State University. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, she has established herself as a leading expert in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), spatial data privacy, and public participation GIS. Her academic journey began with a B.A. in Political Science from Indiana University-Bloomington in 1977, followed by an M.P.A. in Urban Affairs (1979), an M.A. in Geography (1984), and culminating with a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Chicago (1987). Dr. Obermeyer's scholarly work demonstrates a clear evolution from technical GIS applications toward critical examination of ethical and societal implications. Her early research focused on urban transportation and regional equity, while her more recent work centers on GIS ethics, data privacy concerns in public transit systems, and the professionalization of GIS as a discipline. She has made significant contributions to the development of ethical frameworks for geospatial professionals, including authoring the 'Code of Ethics for Certified Geospatial Professionals' for the GIS&T Body of Knowledge. Her publications reveal consistent engagement with professional organizations including the Association of American Geographers, Urban and Regional Information Systems Association, and the GIS Certification Institute. Dr. Obermeyer has presented extensively on topics ranging from 'Volunteered GeoSlavery' to 'Ethics for GIS Professionals,' demonstrating her leadership in addressing emerging ethical challenges in geospatial technology. Charter Board Member Appreciation Award, Geographic Information Certification Institute (GISCI) Horwood Critique Prize, Urban & Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) Fulbright-Hayes Group Project Abroad Dr. Obermeyer has secured multiple research grants throughout her career, including the Byrne Criminal Justice Federal Planning Grant, funding from the Center for Spatially Integrated Social Sciences, and equipment grants for GIS laboratory development. Her university service includes membership on the Diversity Faculty Advisory Committee since 2019 and previous service on the Faculty Affairs Committee. Community engagement is central to her work, particularly through her long-standing involvement with the Bloomington Public Transit Corporation where she served as Chairperson from 2016-2021.

Katie Grilloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Geodesign
• Geospatial Technology
• GIS
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katie Grillo serves as an Adjunct Professor in Geodesign at Thomas Jefferson University's College of Architecture & the Built Environment since 2020 while concurrently working as a GIS Web Technology Specialist for the City of Cambridge GIS since 2013. Her professional focus encompasses ArcGIS Story Maps, Interactive Maps, and 3D data visualization development, complemented by active leadership in the Northeast Arc Users Group (NEARC) where she chairs the Board of Directors. Education: BS in GIS and Environmental Studies from Central Connecticut State University Research Expertise: Dr. Grillo specializes in applying geospatial technology to geodesign education and environmental problem-solving. Her work integrates modern mapping technologies—including 3D visualization systems and interactive web mapping platforms—to advance spatial analysis in community development and conservation contexts. She emphasizes practical implementation of GIS tools for educational frameworks that enhance spatial thinking and design literacy. Professional Leadership: As NEARC Board Chair since 2020, she organizes regional GIS community events and presents annually at NEARC conferences. Her invited presentation at the 2018 ESRI User Conference highlights her industry recognition. International volunteer experience spans environmental projects in Costa Rica, Mexico, Thailand, and South Africa through travel conservation organizations. Current Roles: Adjunct Professor, Geodesign, College of Architecture & the Built Environment, Thomas Jefferson University (2020–present) GIS Web Technology Specialist, City of Cambridge GIS (2013–present) Chair of the Board, Northeast Arc Users Group (2020–present)