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Center for Geospatial Analytics
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$15.9+ million in new research grants

2022–2023 fiscal year

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At the Center for Geospatial Analytics, we push the boundaries of geospatial data science to make discoveries and get important work done. Our state-of-the-art Geovisualization Lab features innovative tools and technologies that help stakeholders intuitively interact with spatial data, to explore patterns and make decisions.

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November 20, 2024

Statpaders & Statisticians: My Experiences at a Sports Analytics Conference 

Geospatial Analytics Ph.D. student Christopher Dunstan presented the findings from his work using computer vision to analyze breakdancing for Team USA.
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November 19, 2024

Research Spotlight – MGIST Student Jamie Huerta

The Southeast Climate Adaptation Center spoke to the Global Change Fellow and MGIST student about using geospatial science to address issues of environmental and social justice.
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November 11, 2024

Tackling Agricultural Runoff with Tangible Landscape

Geospatial Analytics Ph.D. student Caitlin Haedrich recently shared a prototype platform for exploring agricultural runoff mitigation strategies with government officials in Sampson County, NC.

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Academics

From introductory courses up to a doctoral study program, our world-leading faculty guides students through the foundational theory and real-world practice of geospatial analytics.
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Research

We design cutting-edge tools and innovative applications of spatial data to inform critical decision-making and deliver actionable solutions for complex problems.

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Dec 12

Thursday1:00 PM

Geospatial Analytics Dissertation Defense: Thom Worm
Dec 12

Thursday3:00 PM

MGIST Digital Symposium

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“Geospatial Analytics can deepen our understanding of almost any problem — and unearth new solutions.”

– Ross Meentemeyer, Director, Center for Geospatial Analytics

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