GIS
TorchGeo 0.6.0: Advancing Geospatial Machine Learning
TorchGeo 0.6 marks a significant step forward in geospatial machine learning by offering new datasets, data modules, and pre-trained models for satellite image analysis. Over 11 months, 23 contributors worked
GeoDiscovery Offers Self-Serve Access to Geospatial Data from AGSL and UWM
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has recently unveiled GeoDiscovery, an innovative geoportal developed in collaboration between the American Geographical Society Library (AGSL) and the Digital Collections & Initiatives (DC&I) department.
How Digital Twin for Housing is Transforming Home Selection in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) is pioneering a significant technological leap with the adoption of digital twin technology for housing. This innovative approach focuses on creating a highly interactive
Abu Dhabi’s Al Ain Geo Platform Revolutionizes Urban Planning with AI
The Al Ain City Municipality, under the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has launched the Al Ain Geo Platform, a cutting-edge tool designed to revolutionize urban planning
Boosting Revenue with GIS-based Cess Collection in Bihar
The Bihar government is implementing a GIS-based cess collection system to cover all construction activities, whether government, commercial, or private, across the state. This innovative approach, led by the state’s
Oman Begins Comprehensive Flood Risk Mapping to Enhance Safety
Oman is initiating a major project focused on Flood Risk Mapping across the country. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources has engaged a specialized company to lead this
Brinda Kashyap Earns UNESCO MAB Young Scientist Award for Rhino Protection
In a significant achievement for India, Brinda Kashyap, a young scientist from Guwahati, Assam, has been honored with the prestigious UNESCO MAB (Man and Biosphere) Young Scientist Award. This award
Kerala University Launches SLIP-K App for Landslip Hazard Prediction
In a significant advancement for disaster prevention, Higher Education Minister R. Bindu recently launched the SLIP-K (Slope Instability Predictor-Kerala) mobile application in Thiruvananthapuram. Developed by Sajin Kumar K.S., Assistant Professor
Krishi-DSS: Pioneering a New Era in Indian Agriculture
The Indian government has recently launched the Krishi-Decision Support System (Krishi-DSS), a pioneering geospatial platform designed to revolutionize agriculture in India by offering farmers real-time data and insights. Developed through
How Spatial-Temporal Data Revealed Hepatitis B Patterns in China
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a significant public health concern in China, a country with one of the highest burdens of this disease worldwide. Despite ongoing efforts to control
