{"title":"Geographical information systems Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"principles-of-geographical-information-systems-9780198742845","title":"Principles of Geographical Information Systems","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeographical data are used in so many aspects of our lives today, ranging from disaster relief operations through to finding directions on our mobile phones. We can all be data collectors, adding locational information as we capture digitally our day-to-day experiences. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) are the software tools that facilitate this, turning the raw data into useful information that can help us understand our worlds better.Principles of Geographical Information Systems presents a thorough overview of the subject, exploring both the theoretical basis of GIS, and their use in practice. It explains how data on the world are converted into digital form and the analytical capabilities used to bring understanding to a range of areas of interest and issues. Spatial data are usually based on two, dichotomous paradigms: exactly defined entities in space, such as land parcels and urban structures, or the continuous variation of single attributes, such as temperature or rainfal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview from previous edition [This second edition] builds upon the previous work in providing a very welcome basic, concise and more up to date introduction to the principles underlying GISs ... a osund and readable introduction to a complex subject. * International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, v. 9 no. 3, 2000 *\u003cbr\u003eChoosing a course text in the early post-GIS years was very easy. Peter Burrough's Principles of geographical Information Systems for Land Resources Assessment was the definitive work. Beautifully written and illustrated...Peter Burrough set himself a hard act to follow...In almost every respect this is a new book, and not the second edition it purports to be...So, this is a rarity in textbook publishing a second edition that improves on the first. It looks set to be my recommended course text for many years to come. * David Unwin\/GIS Europe June 1998. *\u003cbr\u003eThis book presents a strong theoritical basis for GIS, which is often lacking in other texts...the optimising of timber extraction from forests and the redistribution of Chernobyl radioactivity by floods are explained clearly in detail. * Mapping Awareness April 1998 *\u003cbr\u003eThis new publication is up to date and provides comprehensive coverage of virtually all aspects of GIS. It is clearly written and technical where appropriate ... it should be recommended for postgraduate courses and for all teachers of GIS. * David Walker, The Times Higher Education Supplement *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Geographical information systems and society ; 2. Spatial data and their models: formal abstractions of reality ; 3. Geographical data in the computer ; 4. Data input and verification ; 5. Visualization ; 6. Exploring geographical data ; 7. Analysis of discrete entities in space ; 8. Interpolation 1: deterministic and spline-based approaches ; 9. Interpolation 2: geostatistical approaches ; 10. Analysis of continuous fields ; 11. Digital elevation models ; 12. Space-time modelling and error propagation ; 13. Fuzzy sets and fuzzy geographical objects ; 14. 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Its breadth exceeds that of the expertise of many practitioners and I trust it will, in its coverage, provide a conduit to new technologies and applications where it can be of most use. * Rob Harcourt, The Quarterly Review of Biology *\u003cbr\u003eConservation Technology selects some of the most commonly used and important tools in conservation and describes their diverse use in the field. This volume is recommended not only for conservation students, but also for researchers, conservationists, and practitioners who would like to become familiar with the increasing variety of conservation technologies. * Conservation Biology *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface 1: Alex K. Piel and Serge A. Wich: Conservation and Technology: An Introduction 2: Lilian Pintea, Samuel M. Jantz, and Serge Wich: From the Cloud to the Ground: Converting Satellite Data into Conservation Decisions 3: Serge A. Wich, Mike Hudson, Herizo Andrianandrasana, and Steven N. Longmore: Drones for Conservation 4: Anne-Sophie Crunchant, Chanakya Dev Nakka, Jason T. Isaacs, and Alex K. Piel: Acoustic Sensors 5: Francesco Rovero and Roland Kays: Camera Trapping for Conservation 6: Kasim Rafiq, Pitcher, Ben J. Pitcher, Kate Cornelsen, K. Whitney Hansen, Andrew J. King, Rob. G. Appleby, Briana Abrahms and Neil R. Jordan: Animal-borne Technologies in Wildlife Research and Conservation 7: Cheryl D. Knott, Amy M. Scott, Caitlin A. O'Connell, Tri Wahyu Susanto and Erin E. Kane: Field and Laboratory Analysis for Non-Invasive Wildlife and Habitat Health Assessment and Conservation 8: Antoinette J. Piaggio: Environmental DNA for Conservation 9: Edward McLester and Alex K. Piel: Mobile Data Collection Apps 10: Drew T. Cronin, Anthony Dancer, Barney Long, Antony J. Lynam, Jeff Muntifering, Jonathan Palmer and Richard A. Bergl: Application of SMART Software for Conservation Area Management 11: Dan Morris and Lucas Joppa: Challenges for the Computer Vision Community 12: Trishant Simlai and Chris Sandbrook: Digital Surveillance Technologies in Conservation and their Social Implications 13: Margarita Mulero-Pázmány: The Future of Technology in Conservation","brand":"Oxford University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48732812345687,"sku":"9780198850250","price":42.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"isostasy-and-flexure-of-the-lithosphere-9781009278928","title":"Isostasy and Flexure of the Lithosphere","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis updated edition includes recent advances in data acquisition, spectral data analysis, and new understanding of spatial and temporal variations in the strength of the lithosphere in its response to loading. An invaluable resource to students and researchers, it uses a simplified mathematical treatment and includes numerous geological examples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'The second edition of this classic book offers an in-depth analysis of the numerous land, ocean, and planetary processes that are produced and modified by lithospheric flexure. Topics range from the theory of bending and deformation of thin elastic plates, to the relationships between gravity and topography, to the interaction of flexural and erosional processes and their geological interpretation. Throughout the book there are sections on the historical developments of all these topics. This new edition includes updates on yield strength envelope models for the lithosphere and the interpretation of new gravity and topography measured by satellite missions orbiting the Earth and other planets. Whether you are a geologist, geophysicist, or simply an enthusiast seeking a deeper understanding of the Earth's geological processes, Isostasy and Flexure of the Lithosphere is an invaluable resource.' David Sandwell, University of California, San Diego\u003cbr\u003e'second edition of this classic book offers an in-depth analysis of the numerous land, ocean, and planetary processes that are produced and modified by lithospheric flexure. Whether you are a geologist, geophysicist, or simply an enthusiast seeking a deeper understanding of the Earth's geological processes, Isostasy and Flexure of the Lithosphere is an invaluable resource.' David Sandwell, University of California, San Diego\u003cbr\u003eReviews of the first edition: '… there is no question but that this book is the authoritative word on isostasy and flexure.' Marcia McNutt, EOS\u003cbr\u003e'… a superb book which covers a lot of ground on a fundamental topic of general importance to Earth scientists.'  Paul Wessel, Geological Magazine\u003cbr\u003e'Isostasy and Flexure of the Lithosphere provides an excellent guide for those applying flexural isostasy to practical problems. It is also a starting point for those wishing to learn more about the actual physics of Earth's lithosphere.' Norman Sleep, Physics Today\u003cbr\u003e'Accessible and authoritative, this book will be of interest to a wide range of geologists and geophysicists. For students it would serve as an excellent companion to plate tectonics and geodynamics texts.' Rick Saltus, The Leading Edge\u003cbr\u003e'This is a wonderful book, which satisfies and important need and contains material of interest to a variety of Earth (and planetary) scientists, from an author who has been closely associated with important developments in this field over the past three decades.' John Woodside, The Leading Edge\u003cbr\u003e'… readable and very useful … it is an absolute bargain. Graduate students, advanced undergraduates and professionals will enjoy this volume and find it very useful in future work.' James S. McClain, Episodes\u003cbr\u003e'The opening two chapters are an addictive introduction to the history of isostasy. Watts quickens the pulse and opens the mind with his well-balanced descriptions of spectacular geology, perilous expeditions and scholarly Victorian disputes.' John Maclennan, Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. The Development of the Concept of Isostasy; 2. Isostasy and Flexure of the Lithosphere; 3. Theory of Elastic Plates; 4. Geological Examples of the Flexure Model of Isostasy; 5. Isostatic Response Functions; 6. Isostasy and the Physical Nature of the Lithosphere; 7. Isostasy and the Origin of Geological Features in the Continents and Oceans; 8. Isostasy and the Terrestrial Planets; References; Index.","brand":"Cambridge University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48738027864407,"sku":"9781009278928","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781009278928.jpg?v=1791468920"},{"product_id":"geographical-design-spatial-cognition-and-geographical-information-science-9781608455959","title":"Geographical Design: Spatial Cognition and","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith GIS technologies ranging from Google Maps and Google Earth to the use of smart phones and in-car navigation systems, spatial knowledge is often acquired and communicated through geographic information technologies. This monograph describes the interplay between spatial cognition research and use of spatial interfaces. It begins by reviewing what is known about how humans process spatial concepts and then moves on to discuss how interfaces can be improved to take advantage of those capabilities. Special attention is given to a variety of innovative geographical platforms that provide users with an intuitive understanding and support the further acquisition of spatial knowledge. 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The author traces the development of celestial cartography from ancient to modern times, describes the relationships between different star maps and atlases, and relates these notions to our changing ideas about humanity’s place in the universe. Also covered in this book are more contemporary cosmological ideas, constellation representations, and cartographic advances.\u003c\/p\u003eThe text is enriched with 226 images (141 in color) from actual, antiquarian celestial books and atlases, each one with an explanation of unique astronomical and cartographic features. This never-before-available hardcover edition includes two new chapters on pictorial style maps and celestial images in art, as well over 50 new images. Additionally, the color plates are now incorporated directly into the text, providing readers with a vibrant, immersive look into the history of star maps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I found this to be a very fascinating aspect of this comprehensive work. I have read a number of books on the history of celestial cartography, but none with the depth and wealth of information on this important part of the history of astronomy. … I highly recommend this book to students of the history of astronomy or anyone interested in observing the night sky.” (Robert Garfinkle, Journal of the Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers, Vol. 63 (4), 2021)\u003cbr\u003e“This third edition has certainly profited from the changes and additions, all of which ensure that Kanas’s work remains the primary reference compendium for celestial cartography, just as it continues to offer an enjoyable initiation into the history of astronomy.” (Thomas Horst and Luís Tirapicos, Imago Mundi, Vol. 73 (1), 2021)\u003cbr\u003e“As an often-awe-struck observer of the heavens and a map enthusiast who has always admired the beauty of celestial maps, I think Nick Kanas’s book is a useful resource for any collector of celestial maps, anyone with more than a passing or casual interest in astronomy, anyone with a keen interest in the history of astronomy and astronomical instruments, or any combination thereof.” (Gretchen Hause, The Portolan, Issue 110, Spring, 2021)\u003cbr\u003e“This is a work that contains many items of relevance to astronomers, who will find the illustrations of atlases and charts of particular interest, albeit with many failings in the text and descriptions. It is probably of more interest to collectors of antiquarian maps (and even they will have some problems using it).” (Storm Dunlop, The Observatory, Vol. 140 (1278), October, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e“You get a real bang for your buck with Kanas’s tome. Now in its third edition, the book is well written, thoroughly researched, and beautifully illustrated with 226 images (141 in color) from actual antiquarian books and atlases. … Star Maps should greatly appeal to amateur astronomers, map collectors, and historians of astronomy and art.” (Peter Tyson, Sky \u0026amp; Telescope, August, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e“Star Maps’s comprehensiveness, for all its jackdaw tendencies, is on balance a virtue. Like a curiosity shop packed to the rafters, it almost certainly has what you’re looking for tucked away somewhere.” (Jonathan Crowe, Calafia Journal, Issue 01, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e“Star Maps excels in the clarity of its writing, is highly accurate throughout, and will serve as the authoritative work on its subject for a very long time to come. This reviewer has a growing collection of astronomy books of well over a thousand in number now, and would include Star Maps as one among a small selection of books from his library he would say deserves to be read by every person interested in the history of astronomy.” (Alan Agrawal, Diablo Moonwatch, January, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface to Third Edition.- Foreword to First Edition.- Preface to First Edition.- Acknowledgments.- List of Figures.- List of Tables.- List of abbreviations and acronyms.- Chapter 1: What is a star map?.- Chapter 2: Non-European cosmology and constellation development.- Chapter 3: European cosmology.- Chapter 4: European constellation development.- Chapter 5: Early European star maps.- Chapter 6: The \"Big Four\" of the Golden Age of imaged star maps.- Chapter 7: Other important star maps of the Golden Age.- Chapter 8: Special topics.- Chapter 9: Mapping the stars in early America.- Chapter 10: The transition to non-imaged star maps.- Chapter 11: Terrestrial and celestial pictorial maps.- Chapter 12: Celestial images in artistic paintings.- Appendices.- Appendix A: Collecting celestial maps and prints.- Appendix B: Supplementary reference catalog.- Appendix C: Indices of major constellation atlases.- Appendix D: The British Library \"Kings's\" edition.- Appendix E: Glossary.- Index.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland AG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48743024689495,"sku":"9783030136123","price":999.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9783030136123.jpg?v=1720063793"},{"product_id":"earth-observation-science-and-applications-for-risk-reduction-and-enhanced-resilience-in-hindu-kush-himalaya-region-a-decade-of-experience-from-servir-9783030735685","title":"Earth Observation Science and Applications for","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis open access book is a consolidation of lessons learnt and experiences gathered from our efforts to utilise Earth observation (EO) science and applications to address environmental challenges in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. It includes a complete package of knowledge on service life cycles including multi-disciplinary topics and practically tested applications for the HKH. It comprises 19 chapters drawing from a decade’s worth of experience gleaned over the course of our implementation of SERVIR-HKH – a joint initiative of NASA, USAID, and ICIMOD – to build capacity on using EO and geospatial technology for effective decision making in the region. \u003c\/p\u003e  The book highlights SERVIR’s approaches to the design and delivery of information services – in agriculture and food security; land cover and land use change, and ecosystems; water resources and hydro-climatic disasters; and weather and climate services. It also touches upon multidisciplinary topics such as service planning; gender integration; user engagement; capacity building; communication; and monitoring, evaluation, and learning. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWe hope that this book will be a good reference document for professionals and practitioners working in remote sensing, geographic information systems, regional and spatial sciences, climate change, ecosystems, and environmental analysis. Furthermore, we are hopeful that policymakers, academics, and other informed audiences working in sustainable development and evaluation – beyond the wider SERVIR network and well as within it – will greatly benefit from what we share here on our applications, case studies, and documentation across cross-cutting topics. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The editors have made a remarkable effort to tailor and make uniform the style and storyline across the chapters. Other strengths of the book are the schemes and tables that illustrate the approaches taken in project implementation and in each of the specific services. … these illustrations play an efficient role for the readability of the book.\" (María J. Polo, Mountain Research and Development, Vol. 42 (2), May, 2022)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Introduction and rationale.- Chapter 2. SERVIR: A global network of environmental management with Earth observation and geospatial technology.- PART 1. APPROACH FOR SUSTAINABLE IMPACTS.- Chapter 3. Understanding the gaps, needs and priorities of National agencies in the Hindu Kush Himalayan region to use Earth observation and Geospatial tools for decision making.- Chapter 4.  Service planning framework.- PART 2. DATA SCIENCE AND SERVICES FOR IMPROVING AGRICULTURE, FOOD SECURITY AND RESILIENCE.- Chapter 5. Getting prepared for droughts in South Asia.- Chapter 6. Mapping crops for better national production estimates in Afghanistan and Nepal.- Chapter 7. Understanding agriculture land use practices to support food security planning and policies in Pakistan.- Chapter 8. Mapping and monitoring food insecurity in Nepal.- PART 3. UNDERSTANDING LAND COVER DYNAMICS AND ECOSYSTEM SERVICES.- Chapter 9.  Regional land cover monitoring system .- Chapter 10.   Supporting scientific forest management in Nepal.- Chapter 11. Forest Fire Detection and Monitoring.- PART 4 – WEATHER AND CLIMATE SERVICES FOR WATER AND HYDRO-CLIMATIC DISASTERS.- Chapter 12.  Enhancing flood early warning in the Hindu Kush Himalayan Region.- Chapter 13. Rapid flood mapping using multi-temporal SAR images: an example from the Bangladesh.- Chapter 14. Glacier, Glacial Lakes and its Change Assessments in Afghanistan.- Chapter 15.   High impact weather assessment tool.- PART 5 – ENABLING ENVIRONMENT.- Chapter 16.   Systems for information management and dissemination to the users.- Chapter 17.   Enabling capacity of individuals and institutions in geospatial information technology and Earth observation applications.- Chapter 18.   Gender perspectives in Earth observation information technology and applications.- Chapter 19.   Communicating science for decision making (Utsav).- Chapter 20.   Strengthening User Engagement.- Chapter 21.   Earth observation information for lasting impact: planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning.- PART 7 - LESSONS AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES.- Chapter 22.   Lessons and future perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland AG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48743047659863,"sku":"9783030735685","price":33.74,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9783030735685.jpg?v=1791480527"},{"product_id":"evaluating-participatory-mapping-software-9783031195938","title":"Evaluating Participatory Mapping Software","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis volume provides a framework for evaluating geospatial software for participatory mapping. The evaluation is based on ten key indicators: ethics, cost, technical level, inclusiveness, data accuracy, data privacy, analytical capacity, visualization capacity, openness, and accessibility (i.e., mobile friendly or offline capabilities). Each application is evaluated by a user and cross analyzed with specific case studies of the software’s real-world application. This framework does not discriminate against assessing volunteered geographic information (VGI) applications, as a form of participatory mapping, in circumstances that its application is spearheaded by underrepresented groups with the intent to empower and spark political or behavioral change within formal and informal institutions. Each chapter follows a strict template to ensure that the information within the volume can be updated periodically to match the ever-changing technological environment. The book covers ten different mapping applications with the goal of creating a comparative evaluation framework that can be easily interpreted by convening institutions and novice users. 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As a comprehensive geography textbook, it consists of detailed research methodology for research in human geography including a few selected case studies in Asia. It explores different approaches, methodological possibilities, and challenges in conducting geographical research in human geography. New digital geographic data sources and GIS applications can help researchers to receive clearer concepts and obtain better measurements of the relevant attributes changes. Furthermore, the book provides an opportunity to critically examine the conceptualization and identification of the field in geographical research and how digital media has not only expanded the scope of what constitutes the field but has redefined the field in itself as well as the practices of observing, knowing, and analyzing the real world. 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The book improves understanding of the spatial database and explains how to extract information from this for planning purposes. To enhance the knowledge of geoscientists and environmentalists, the book describes the basic fundamental concepts to advance techniques for spatial data management and analysis and discusses the methodology. The Geographic Information System (GIS), remote sensing and Global Positioning System (GPS) are presented in an integrated manner for the planning of resources and infrastructure. The management of these systems is discussed in a very lucid way to develop the reader's skills. The proper procedure for map making and spatial analysis are included along with case studies to the reader. Where the first part of the book discusses the conceptual background, the second part deals with case studies using these applications in different disciplines. 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Coverage includes everything from what geographic information is to its many uses and societal implications. Practical examples and exercises invite readers to explore the choices involved in producing reliable maps and other forms of geographic information. Illustrations include 170 figures (with 15 in color). The companion website provides links to Web resources for each chapter, plus downloadable PowerPoint slides of most of the figures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e New to This Edition\u003cbr\u003e *Chapter on online mapping and Big Data.\u003cbr\u003e *New and updated discussions of remote sensing, vector and \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Harvey provides a unique resource that blends presentation of geographic information concepts, cartography principles, and GIS technology application. The well-developed linkages between geographic information and cartography are particularly valuable. All levels of readers will rediscover the importance of appropriate mapping technique in GIS practice, whether in the desktop, Web, or mobile environment. The second edition has been thoroughly updated and includes new material on Web applications and Big Data issues. While the contents are organized to provide a comprehensive overview of GIS, individual sections and chapters can also be flexibly used as stand-alone modules.\"--Jeff Hamerlinck, PhD, Director, Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center, University of Wyoming\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A well-written text that introduces the fundamentals of spatial geographic information. The coverage is broad and up to date, and the concepts are well explained. I like the pedagogical features--the end-of-chapter review questions with answers will help students understand the concepts and methods discussed in lectures, and the end-of-chapter exercises and extended exercises will further strengthen students’ understanding of course materials.\"--Jun Liang, PhD, Department of Geography, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"The writing style is authoritative yet genial, and doesn't overwhelm the reader, as other texts on this topic may do. For example, the author invites the reader to look out the window and then view a map of the same area, a simple exercise that makes the experience of reading personal, immediate, and interactive. The discussion of map projections and geoid, ellipsoid, and spheroid models is robust; this is an underlying concept of GIS, and one of the most difficult for students to comprehend, so it is important to give it such focused attention.\"--Karen E. 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Harvey's emphasis on choices to make in communicating about the environment fosters dearly needed critical thinking about geographic representations and computations.\"--Werner Kuhn, PhD, Jack and Laura Dangermond Chair, Department of Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A great introduction to cartographic analysis and GIS. Harvey covers a broad range of information that will appeal to many students and professionals with different specializations in geography. The text encourages the reader to think critically about the implications of using GIS and the future of the field. The material is up to date and includes helpful hands-on examples and exercises. I was happy to see the new chapter on online mapping, which covers very current topics, such as Big Data. I also like the detailed description of geocoding and the revamped discussion of privacy and surveillance. This is an enjoyable text to read, and one that I will definitely recommend.\"--Holly M. Widen, PhD candidate, Department of Geography, Florida State University\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This solid introductory text presents fundamental concepts in an easy and accessible manner that brings complicated content to life. The sequencing of the book makes it possible for instructors to switch the chapters around. It provides an essential framework that allows me the flexibility to fill in additional details that I want my students to have on a particular topic. At the same time, I feel confident that students who read only this book would have a solid understanding of the central concepts of GIS.\"--Timothy LeDoux, PhD, Department of Geography and Regional Planning, Westfield State University\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A substantive introduction to our rapidly expanding field. The second edition includes a new overview of GIS that is chock full of teachable applications from across the industry; new and updated figures; and a section focused on Web GIS, big data, and online mapping. Harvey conducts a broad-brush tour across the constellation of geotechnologies that have been swept into the realm of GIS, such as global navigation satellite systems and remote sensing. This text will serve well for students and professionals who are starting out fresh or entering the field from another discipline.\"--Patrick McHaffie, PhD, Department of Geography, DePaul University\u003cbr\u003e -Harvey…packs a tremendous amount of information into a single volume. It is arranged with a textbook presentation, including discussion questions and exercises. This could have become a simple taxonomy, but Harvey presents the key issues in clear language. Mapping sciences have evolved rapidly in recent years; this book reflects the transition from cartography to geographic information use….This is an excellent option for instructors building an introductory lecture\/lab course who need a primary text….Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates.--Choice Reviews, 10\/1\/2016ƒƒAn important contribution....Provides the beginner as well as the more advanced GIS user with the knowledge to bridge the gap between the conceptual and the practical in GIS....The concepts, principles, issues, and applications covered in the book are important to all aspects of GIS-related planning issues in all parts of the world, and most students, teachers, and practitioners will gain valuable insight from this book, particularly those without a background in GIS or geography. (on the first edition)--International Planning Studies, 2\/1\/2010\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eI. 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GI Analysis and GIS\u003cbr\u003e 16. Geospatial Statistics\u003cbr\u003e 17. 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A welcome integration of digital social sciences, political ecology, critical GIS, and science and technology studies, and as such which will be of interest to scholars across these fields, but also to conservation practitioners. This collection of essays might also be useful as a methodological text for advanced graduate students.\"—Anne-Lise Boyer, H-Environment\u003cbr\u003e\"Thanks to insights from ecomedia studies, environmental humanists are increasingly studying how the environment becomes digital and the digital becomes environmental. \u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Data\u003c\/i\u003e ably contributes to this research.\"—Heather Houser, \u003ci\u003eISLE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Data may not grow on trees, but it increasingly shapes how humans know, govern, and struggle over forests—and indeed, much of the nonhuman world. \u003ci\u003eThe Nature of Data\u003c\/i\u003e captures this moment empirically while advancing political ecology conceptually. An altogether stellar volume.”—Susanne Freidberg, author of \u003ci\u003eFresh: A Perishable History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“In accelerating ways, environmental politics are data politics. This powerful book shows what this looks like in different settings and at different scales, persuasively calling for a new subfield focused on the political ecology of data. Extending from prior work on the delimitations and politics of environmental science, the collection draws out what environmental data can help us see, what it cuts out, and how environmental data production itself is both polluting and weighted by commercial interests.”—Kim Fortun, author of \u003ci\u003eAdvocacy after Bhopal: Environmentalism, Disaster, New Global Orders\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This is an original, diverse, and scintillating collection. 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Smart Earth: Environmental Governance in a Wired World\u003cbr\u003e Karen Bakker and Max Ritts\u003cbr\u003e 4. Data, Colonialism, and the Transformation of Nature in the Pacific Northwest\u003cbr\u003e Anthony Levenda and Zbigniew Grabowski\u003cbr\u003e Part 2. Civic Science and Community-Driven Data\u003cbr\u003e 5. Environmental Sensing Infrastructures and Just Good Enough Data\u003cbr\u003e Jennifer Gabrys and Helen Pritchard\u003cbr\u003e 6. Collaborative Modeling as Sociotechnical Data Infrastructure in Rural Zimbabwe\u003cbr\u003e M. V. Eitzel, Jon Solera, K. B. Wilson, Abraham Mawere Ndlovu, Emmanuel Mhike Hove, Daniel Ndlovu, Abraham Changarara, Alice Ndlovu, Kleber Neves, Adnomore Chirindira, Oluwasola E. Omoju, Aaron C. Fisher, and André Veski\u003cbr\u003e 7. Citizen Scientists and Conservation in the Anthropocene: From Monitoring to Making Coral\u003cbr\u003e Irus Braverman\u003cbr\u003e 8. 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This sage compendium for contemporary mapmakers distills the essence of cartography into useful topics, organized for convenience in finding the specific idea or method you need. Unlike books targeted to deep scholarly discourse of cartographic theory, this book provides sound, visually compelling information that translates into practical and useful tools for modern mapmaking. At the intersection of science and art, this book serves as a guidepost for designing an accurate and effective map.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"What Kenneth Field has created here is a brilliant reference book on behalf of our field of cartography. Finally! A book that truly represents Cartography in 2018.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-- Christopher Wesson, The Bulletin of the Society of Cartographers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * Christopher Wesson *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Read the book for pragmatic advice or to braden your horizon; for me, it did both.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-- Menno-Jan Kraak, president of the International Cartographic Association (ICA); professor, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands; author of Mapping Time and coauthor of Cartography, Visualization of Geospatial Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * Menno-Jan Kraak *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An Impressively creative and useful scholarly contribution.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-- Mark Monmonier, author of How to Lie with Maps, Distinguished Professor of Geography, Syracuse University, NY.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * Mark Monmonier *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking maps is easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking great maps is hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. 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Using practical examples, the book covers all necessary steps from planning field campaigns to deriving ecologically relevant information through remote sensing and modelling of species distributions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAll practical examples in this book rely on OpenSource software and freely available data sets. Quantum GIS (QGIS) is introduced for basic GIS data handling, and in-depth spatial analytics and statistics are conducted with the software packages R and GRASS.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eReaders will learn how to apply remote sensing within ecological research projects, how to approach spatial data sampling and how to interpret remote sensing derived products. The authors discuss a wide range of statistical analyses with regard to satellite data as well as specialised topics such as time-series analysis. 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Swenson * Landscape Ecology *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction \u003cbr\u003e 1 Spatial Data and Software \u003cbr\u003e 2 Introduction to Remote Sensing and GIS \u003cbr\u003e 3 Where to Obtain Spatial Data?\u003cbr\u003e 4 Spatial Data Analysis for Ecologists: First Steps\u003cbr\u003e 5 Pre-Processing Remote Sensing Data\u003cbr\u003e 6 Field Data for Remote Sensing Data Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 7 From Spectral to Ecological Information\u003cbr\u003e 8 Land Cover or Image Classification Approaches\u003cbr\u003e 9 Land Cover Change or Change Detection \u003cbr\u003e 10 Continuous Land Cover Information \u003cbr\u003e 11 Time Series Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 12 Spatial Land Cover Pattern Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 13 Modelling Species Distributions \u003cbr\u003e 14 Introduction to the added value of Animal Movement Analysis and Remote Sensing \u003cbr\u003e Outlook and Acknowledgements \u003cbr\u003e Index\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pelagic Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868296425815,"sku":"9781784270223","price":40.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781784270223.jpg?v=1722287340"},{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-spatial-data-analysis-remote-sensing-and-gis-with-open-source-software-9781784272135","title":"An Introduction to Spatial Data Analysis: Remote","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about how ecologists can integrate remote sensing and GIS in their research. It will allow readers to get started with the application of remote sensing and to understand its potential and limitations. Using practical examples, the book covers all necessary steps from planning field campaigns to deriving ecologically relevant information through remote sensing and modelling of species distributions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Introduction to Spatial Data Analysis\u003c\/em\u003e introduces spatial data handling using the open source software Quantum GIS (QGIS). In addition, readers will be guided through their first steps in the R programming language. The authors explain the fundamentals of spatial data handling and analysis, empowering the reader to turn data acquired in the field into actual spatial data. Readers will learn to process and analyse spatial data of different types and interpret the data and results. After finishing this book, readers will be able to address questions such as “What is the distance to the border of the protected area?”, “Which points are located close to a road?”, “Which fraction of land cover types exist in my study area?” using different software and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis book is for novice spatial data users and does not assume any prior knowledge of spatial data itself or practical experience working with such data sets. Readers will likely include student and professional ecologists, geographers and any environmental scientists or practitioners who need to collect, visualize and analyse spatial data.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe software used is the widely applied open source scientific programs QGIS and R. All scripts and data sets used in the book will be provided online at book.ecosens.org.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis book covers specific methods including:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhat to consider before collecting in situ data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to work with spatial data collected in situ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe difference between raster and vector data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to acquire further vector and raster data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to create relevant environmental information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to combine and analyse in situ and remote sensing data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to create useful maps for field work and presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to use QGIS and R for spatial analysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to develop analysis scripts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e 1. Introduction and overview \u003cbr\u003e 1.1 Spatial data\u003cbr\u003e 1.2 First spatial data analysis\u003cbr\u003e 1.3 Next steps \u003cbr\u003e Part I.\u003cbr\u003e Data acquisition, data preparation and map creation\u003cbr\u003e 2. Data acquisition\u003cbr\u003e 2.1 Spatial data for a research question \u003cbr\u003e 2.2 AOI\u003cbr\u003e 2.3 Thematic raster map acquisition\u003cbr\u003e 2.4 Thematic vector map acquisition \u003cbr\u003e 2.5 Satellite sensor data acquisition \u003cbr\u003e 2.6 Summary and further reading\u003cbr\u003e 3. Data preparation \u003cbr\u003e 3.1 Deciding on a projection \u003cbr\u003e 3.2 Reprojecting raster and vector layers\u003cbr\u003e 3.3 Clipping to an AOI\u003cbr\u003e 3.4 Stacking raster layers\u003cbr\u003e 3.5 Visualizing a raster stack as RGB\u003cbr\u003e 3.6 Summary and further reading\u003cbr\u003e 4. Creating maps\u003cbr\u003e 4.1 Maps in QGIS\u003cbr\u003e 4.2 Maps for presentations \u003cbr\u003e 4.3 Maps with statistical information\u003cbr\u003e 4.4 Common mistakes and recommendations\u003cbr\u003e 4.5 Summary and further reading\u003cbr\u003e Part II.\u003cbr\u003e Spatial field data acquisition and auxiliary data\u003cbr\u003e 5. Field data planning and preparation\u003cbr\u003e 5.1 Field sampling strategies\u003cbr\u003e 5.2 From GIS to global positioning system (GPS)\u003cbr\u003e 5.3 On-screen digitization \u003cbr\u003e 5.4 Summary and further reading6.\u003cbr\u003e Field sampling using a global positioning system (GPS) 97\u003cbr\u003e 6.1\u003cbr\u003e GPS in the field 98\u003cbr\u003e 6.2\u003cbr\u003e GPX from GPS 101\u003cbr\u003e 6.3\u003cbr\u003e Summary 102\u003cbr\u003e 7.\u003cbr\u003e From global positioning system (GPS) to geographic information system (GIS) 103\u003cbr\u003e 7.1\u003cbr\u003e Joint coordinates and measurement sheet 104\u003cbr\u003e 7.2\u003cbr\u003e Separate coordinates and measurement sheet 105\u003cbr\u003e 7.3\u003cbr\u003e Point measurement to information 106\u003cbr\u003e 7.4\u003cbr\u003e Summary 108\u003cbr\u003e Part III.\u003cbr\u003e Data analysis and new spatial information\u003cbr\u003e 8.\u003cbr\u003e Vector data analysis 110\u003cbr\u003e 8.1\u003cbr\u003e Percentage area covered 114\u003cbr\u003e 8.2\u003cbr\u003e Spatial distances 118\u003cbr\u003e 8.3\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further analyses 121\u003cbr\u003e 9.\u003cbr\u003e Raster analysis 122\u003cbr\u003e 9.1\u003cbr\u003e Spectral landscape indices 122\u003cbr\u003e 9.2\u003cbr\u003e Topographic indices 128\u003cbr\u003e 9.3\u003cbr\u003e Spectral landscape categories 128\u003cbr\u003e 9.4\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further analysis 133\u003cbr\u003e 10.\u003cbr\u003e Raster-vector intersection 134\u003cbr\u003e 10.1\u003cbr\u003e Point statistics 135\u003cbr\u003e 10.2\u003cbr\u003e Zonal statistics 136\u003cbr\u003e 10.3\u003cbr\u003e Summary 138\u003cbr\u003e Part IV.\u003cbr\u003e Spatial coding\u003cbr\u003e 11.\u003cbr\u003e Introduction to coding 140\u003cbr\u003e 11.1\u003cbr\u003e Why use the command line and what is ‘R’? 140\u003cbr\u003e 11.2\u003cbr\u003e Getting started 142\u003cbr\u003e 11.3\u003cbr\u003e Your very first command 142\u003cbr\u003e 11.4\u003cbr\u003e Classes of data 144\u003cbr\u003e 11.5\u003cbr\u003e Data indexing (subsetting) 145\u003cbr\u003e 11.6\u003cbr\u003e Importing and exporting data 147\u003cbr\u003e 11.7\u003cbr\u003e Functions 148\u003cbr\u003e 11.8\u003cbr\u003e Loops 149\u003cbr\u003e 11.9\u003cbr\u003e Scripts 149\u003cbr\u003e 11.10\u003cbr\u003e Expanding functionality 150\u003cbr\u003e 11.11\u003cbr\u003e Bugs, problems and challenges 151\u003cbr\u003e 11.12\u003cbr\u003e Notation 152\u003cbr\u003e 11.13\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further reading 15212.\u003cbr\u003e Getting started with spatial coding 153\u003cbr\u003e 12.1\u003cbr\u003e Spatial data in R 153\u003cbr\u003e 12.2\u003cbr\u003e Importing and exporting data 158\u003cbr\u003e 12.3\u003cbr\u003e Modifying spatial data 162\u003cbr\u003e 12.4\u003cbr\u003e Downloading spatial data from within R 166\u003cbr\u003e 12.5\u003cbr\u003e Organization of spatial analysis scripts 170\u003cbr\u003e 12.6\u003cbr\u003e Summary 171\u003cbr\u003e 13.\u003cbr\u003e Spatial analysis in R 172\u003cbr\u003e 13.1\u003cbr\u003e Vegetation indices 172\u003cbr\u003e 13.2\u003cbr\u003e Digital elevation model (DEM) derivatives 174\u003cbr\u003e 13.3\u003cbr\u003e Classification 175\u003cbr\u003e 13.4\u003cbr\u003e Raster-vector interaction 179\u003cbr\u003e 13.5\u003cbr\u003e Calculating and saving aggregated values 182\u003cbr\u003e 13.6\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further reading 184\u003cbr\u003e 14.\u003cbr\u003e Creating graphs in R 185\u003cbr\u003e 14.1\u003cbr\u003e Aggregated environmental information 185\u003cbr\u003e 14.2\u003cbr\u003e Non-aggregated environmental information 189\u003cbr\u003e 14.3\u003cbr\u003e Finalizing and saving the plot 194\u003cbr\u003e 14.4\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further reading 195\u003cbr\u003e 15.\u003cbr\u003e Creating maps in R 196\u003cbr\u003e 15.1\u003cbr\u003e Vector data 197\u003cbr\u003e 15.2\u003cbr\u003e Plotting study area data 202\u003cbr\u003e 15.3\u003cbr\u003e Summary and further reading 206\u003cbr\u003e Afterword and acknowledgements 207\u003cbr\u003e References 209\u003cbr\u003e Index 210\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pelagic Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868297113943,"sku":"9781784272135","price":31.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781784272135.jpg?v=1722287344"},{"product_id":"qgis-and-applications-in-water-and-risks-9781786302717","title":"QGIS and Applications in Water and Risks","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur four volumes propose to present innovative thematic applications implemented using the open source software QGIS. These are applications that use remote sensing over continental surfaces. The four volumes detail applications of remote sensing over continental surfaces, with a first one discussing applications for agriculture. A second one presents applications for forest, a third presents applications for the continental hydrology, and finally the last volume details applications for environment and risk issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. Monitoring Coastal Bathymetry Using Multispectral Satellite Images at High Spatial Resolution 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBertrand LUBAC\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.1. Definition, context and objective 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2. Description of the methodology 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.1. Step 1: selection and preprocessing of MSI images 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.2. Step 2: calibration of the bathymetry inversion model 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.3. Step 3: preparation and application of the masks 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.2.4. Step 4: characterization of the morphological evolution of the main sedimentary structures 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3. Practical application 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.1. Software and data 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.2. Step 1: extraction of the region of interest and preprocessing 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.3. Step 2: calculation of bathymetry 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.4. Step 3: preparation and application of masks 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.3.5. Step 4: characterization of the morphological evolution of the main submarine sedimentary structures 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1.4. Bibliography 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. Contribution of the Integrated Topo-bathymetric Model for Coastal Wetland Evolution: Case of Geomorphologic and Biological Evolution of Ichkeul Marshes (North Tunisia) 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eZeineb KASSOUK, Zohra LILI-CHABAANE, Benoit DEFFONTAINES, Mohammad EL HAJJ and Nicolas BAGHDADI\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.1. Coastal wetland dynamic 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.2. Ichkeul marshes wetland 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3. Object-oriented classification method integrating the topo-bathymetric terrain model 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.1. Construction of the topo-bathymetric DTM 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.2. Image preprocessing 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.3. Segmentation 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.4. Classification 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.5. Limitations of the methodology 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.6. Case example of topo-bathymetric transect with the associated vegetation communities 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.3.7. Conclusion 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4. From a practical point of view in QGIS 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4.1. Software and data 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4.2. Computation of the topo-bathymetric DTM 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4.3. Image preprocessing 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4.4. Segmentation 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.4.5. Classification 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2.5. Bibliography 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. Reservoir Hydrological Monitoring by Satellite Image Analysis 77\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePaul PASSY and Adrien SELLES\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1. Context and scientific issue 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1.1. Scientific issue 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1.2. Physical and human context 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.1.3. The importance of water resources in Central India 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2. Methods and data set 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.1. Methods 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.2. Data set 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.2.3. Data set preparation 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3. Extraction and quantification of the Singur reservoir area 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.1. Calculation of the AWEI Index. 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.2. Construction of the water–land binary raster 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.3. Vectorization of the binary raster 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.4. Selection of water polygons 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.3.5. Calculation of the water area of the reservoir 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4. Characterization of vegetation 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4.1. Choosing an indicator of the state of vegetation 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4.2. Calculation of the SAVI on the study area 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4.3. Creating a land–water mask 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.4.4. Statistics of the SAVI land surface index 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5. Automation of the processing chain via the construction of a QGIS model 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5.1. Model setting 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.5.2. Construction of the chain of treatments for the extraction of the reservoir 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.6. Conclusions 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3.7. Bibliography 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. Network Analysis and Routing with QGIS 105\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eHervé PELLA and Kenji OSE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.1. Introduction 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2. General notions 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.1. Definition of a network 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.2. Network topology 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.3. Topological relationships 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.2.4. Graph traversal – example of the shortest path (Dijkstra) 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.3. Examples of development and analysis of hydrographic networks 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4. Thematic analysis 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.1. Introduction 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.2. Useful data 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.3. Step 1: verification of network consistency 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.4. Step 2: routes organization 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.5. Step 3: alignment of points on a network 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.6. Step 4: network classification 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.7. Step 5: stations characterization 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.8. Step 6: distance calculation between observation points 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.9. Step 7: upstream path and drainage basins calculation 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.10. Step 8: downstream path 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.4.11. Step 9: calculation of availability areas 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4.5. Bibliography 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. Representation of the Drainage Network in Urban and Peri-urban Areas Using a 2D Polygonal Mesh Composed of Pseudo-convex Elements 145\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePedro SANZANA, Sergio VILLAROEL, Isabelle BRAUD, Nancy HITSCHFELD, Jorge GIRONAS, Flora BRANGER, Fabrice RODRIGUEZ, Ximena VARGAS and Tomas GOMEZ\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1. Definitions and context 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1.1. General context and objectives 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1.2. Derivation of input GIS layers 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.1.3. Identification of badly-shaped HRUs and methodology to improve the model mesh quality 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5.2. 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In a race against the clock, the scientists profiled in this volume are using remote sensing, web maps, Esri StoryMaps, and spatial analysis to document an array of issues with a geographic dimension that range from climate change, natural disasters, and loss of biodiversity, to political strife, polar ice loss, and resource shortages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese stories present GIS ideas and inspiration that users can apply across many disciplines, making this volume relevant to diverse scientific audience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSee how scientists working on the world's most pressing problems apply geographic information systems—GIS.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is beautiful as well as illuminating, and it dramatizes the ways in which the new science of geospatial information is enriching and empowering all other scientific disciplines.\" \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--James Fallows, Staff Writer at The Atlantic and former Chief Speechwriter for President Jimmy Carter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * James Fallows *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Advances in remote sensing and geographic information systems allow us to observe, monitor, and understand the planet in unprecedented levels of detail. Data that once had to be collected through painstaking and laborious fieldwork are now available instantly, online, anywhere. This beautifully illustrated and inspiring book brings home the power of today's technology with unique effectiveness, telling and illustrating stories from the earth sciences in novel and powerful ways. A must-have book for anyone concerned about the planet's future.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e--Mike Goodchild, Distinguished Emeritus Professor and Research Professor of Geography, UC Santa Barbara\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e * Mike Goodchild *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"As an ecologist, GIS provides the platform that allows us to generate a holistic perspective of the natural world. This spatial understanding is so critical for us to be able to understand and address the global threats of biodiversity loss and climate change. 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It also discusses the application of vehicle routing problems for sustainable waste collection; spatio-temporal visualization and analysis techniques in GIS; GIS applications in modern crop protection; role of geographic information system for water quality evaluation; and the use of remote sensing and GIS for groundwater potential mapping in crystalline basement rocks.","brand":"Nova Science Publishers Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48887137272151,"sku":"9781633212930","price":230.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781633212930.jpg?v=1722543180"},{"product_id":"geospatial-intelligence-origins-and-evolution-9781647120115","title":"Geospatial Intelligence: Origins and Evolution","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA riveting introduction to the complex and evolving field of geospatial intelligence.  Although geospatial intelligence is a term of recent origin, its underpinnings have a long and interesting history. Geospatial Intelligence: Origins and Evolution shows how the current age of geospatial knowledge evolved from its ancient origins to become ubiquitous in daily life across the globe. Within that framework, the book weaves a tapestry of stories about the people, events, ideas, and technologies that affected the trajectory of what has become known as GEOINT.   Author Robert M. Clark explores the historical background and subsequent influence of fields such as geography, cartography, remote sensing, photogrammetry, geopolitics, geophysics, and geographic information systems on GEOINT. Although its modern use began in national security communities, Clark shows how GEOINT has rapidly extended its reach to other government agencies, NGOs, and corporations. This global explosion in the use of geospatial intelligence has far-reaching implications not only for the scientific, academic, and commercial communities but for a society increasingly reliant upon emerging technologies. Drones, the Internet of things, and cellular devices transform how we gather information and how others can collect that information, to our benefit or detriment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a pioneering text suitable for everyone’s reading list as well as the classroom. * AFIO Intelligencer *\u003cbr\u003eTo call Robert Clark’s Geospatial Intelligence: Origins and Evolution the best GEOINT primer that I have read is necessary— accurate —and insufficient. It is much more. * The Cipher Brief *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eList of Illustrations   Preface  Prologue  List of Abbreviations  1. Intelligence and Geospatial Intelligence  The Boundaries of Intelligence  Geospatial Terminology  The Power of a Single Word  Defining Geospatial Intelligence  2. A Brief History of Maps and Charts  Mapping  The Silk Road   Cartography  Photogrammetry   Nautical Charts  Aeronautical Charts  Establishing Claims with Cartography  Chapter Summary  3. Terrain  Measuring and Representing Terrain  Digital Elevation Models  Military Use of Terrain  Civil Use of Terrain  Oceanographic Terrain  Chapter Summary  4. Navigation  Celestial Navigation  Radio Navigation  Satellite Navigation  Chapter Summary  5. Geopolitics  Mahan’s Sea Power Theory  Mackinder’s Heartland Theory  German Geopolitik  Spykman’s Rimland Theory  The Continuing Influence of Geopolitical Theories  Thematic Cartography  Geopolitical Strategy   Chapter Summary  6. Geographic Information Systems  The Cluttered Map  Hard Copy Layers  Roger Tomlinson, the Father of GIS  The Harvard Connection  ESRI and Intergraph  Interactive Maps and Charts  The GIS Choice: Raster or Vector?  The Power of GIS   The Explosion of GIS Applications   Are Paper Maps Obsolete?  GIS and GEOINT  Chapter Summary   7. Geolocation  Geolocation Basics  Using Imagery   Radiofrequency Geolocation   Acoustic Geolocation   Cyber Geolocation   Chapter Summary  8. Gaining the High Ground  Gettysburg  Observation Towers   Lighter-than-Air Craft   Exotic Approaches to the High Ground  Aircraft  Chapter Summary  9. The Ultimate High Ground  Remote-Sensing Satellites  Government Nonmilitary Applications   Military Applications  Commercial Imaging Satellites  Chapter Summary  10. Visible Imaging   Aerial Film Cameras   Satellite Film Cameras   Digital Cameras   Video Cameras  Getting the Image Right  Analyzing the Image  Chapter Summary  11. Spectral Imaging  The Infrared Bands   The Ultraviolet Spectrum  Imaging outside the Visible Band  Spectral Imagers   Chapter Summary   12. Radar Imaging  Conventional Radar  Side-Looking Airborne Radar  Synthetic Aperture Radar  Laser Radar  Chapter Summary   13. The Drivers of Geospatial Intelligence  Denial and Deception   Fleeting Targets   Precision and Accuracy   Outside Expertise   Characterizing Oceans and Ocean Traffic   New Issues   A Complete Picture   Chapter Summary   14. The Tools of Geospatial Intelligence  Geomatics  Geographic Information System  Geovisualization   Big Data   Data Analytics and Visual Analytics   Geospatial Simulation Modeling   Chapter Summary   15. Sociocultural GEOINT  Sociocultural Factors in Conflict Resolution  Activity-Based Intelligence   Pattern-of-Life Analysis  Volunteered Geographic Information  Involuntary Geographic Information  Chapter Summary  16. The Story of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency  The Defense Mapping Agency  The National Photographic Interpretation Center  The National Imagery and Mapping Agency’s Standup  A Tale of Two Cities  The Fight to Survive  The NGA’s Standup  Reaching Out  Establishing the Boundaries of GEOINT  Chapter Summary  17. The GEOINT Explosion  US Geospatial Intelligence Organizations  Five Eyes GEOIN  Other National GEOINT Organizations  Transnational GEOINT Organizations  Chapter Summary  18. Non-National Geospatial Intelligence  State\/Provincial and Local Government  Nongovernmental Organizations  Chapter Summary  19. Commercial GEOINT  Geospatial Business Intelligence  Strategic GEOINT  Operational GEOINT  Geospatial Competitive Intelligence  Chapter Summary  20. The Road Ahead  Predicting the Future  The Future of Cartography  The Tools   Applications of GEOINT  National-Level GEOINT   The Challenge of Ubiquitous GEOINT  Chapter Summary  Glossary  Selected Bibliography   Index  About the Author","brand":"Georgetown University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48887439425879,"sku":"9781647120115","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"remote-sensing-and-gis-for-ecologists-using-open-source-software-9781784270230","title":"Remote Sensing and GIS for Ecologists: Using Open","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about how ecologists can integrate remote sensing and GIS in their daily work. It will allow ecologists to get started with the application of remote sensing and to understand its potential and limitations. Using practical examples, the book covers all necessary steps from planning field campaigns to deriving ecologically relevant information through remote sensing and modelling of species distributions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAll practical examples in this book rely on OpenSource software and freely available data sets. Quantum GIS (QGIS) is introduced for basic GIS data handling, and in-depth spatial analytics and statistics are conducted with the software packages R and GRASS.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eReaders will learn how to apply remote sensing within ecological research projects, how to approach spatial data sampling and how to interpret remote sensing derived products. The authors discuss a wide range of statistical analyses with regard to satellite data as well as specialised topics such as time-series analysis. Extended scripts on how to create professional looking maps and graphics are also provided.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for students and scientists in the fields of conservation and ecology interested in learning how to get started in applying remote sensing in ecological research and conservation planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemote Sensing and GIS for Ecologists\u003c\/em\u003e could become an essential undergraduate-level textbook, but it is also a guide to practising ecologists who want to broaden their toolkit.\u003c\/p\u003e * Conservation Biology *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend this book not only as an interesting and informative guide to remote sensing concepts, but also as a vehicle to quickly delve into hands-on processing and analysis of remote sensing data to answer many questions relevant to landscape ecologists.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Danica Schaffer-Smith and Jennifer J. Swenson * Landscape Ecology *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction \u003cbr\u003e 1 Spatial Data and Software \u003cbr\u003e 2 Introduction to Remote Sensing and GIS \u003cbr\u003e 3 Where to Obtain Spatial Data?\u003cbr\u003e 4 Spatial Data Analysis for Ecologists: First Steps\u003cbr\u003e 5 Pre-Processing Remote Sensing Data\u003cbr\u003e 6 Field Data for Remote Sensing Data Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 7 From Spectral to Ecological Information\u003cbr\u003e 8 Land Cover or Image Classification Approaches\u003cbr\u003e 9 Land Cover Change or Change Detection \u003cbr\u003e 10 Continuous Land Cover Information \u003cbr\u003e 11 Time Series Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 12 Spatial Land Cover Pattern Analysis\u003cbr\u003e 13 Modelling Species Distributions \u003cbr\u003e 14 Introduction to the added value of Animal Movement Analysis and Remote Sensing \u003cbr\u003e Outlook and Acknowledgements \u003cbr\u003e Index\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pelagic Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48887756587351,"sku":"9781784270230","price":56.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781784270230.jpg?v=1791477108"},{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-spatial-data-analysis-remote-sensing-and-gis-with-open-source-software-9781784272128","title":"An Introduction to Spatial Data Analysis: Remote","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about how ecologists can integrate remote sensing and GIS in their research. 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Creating maps\u003cbr\u003e 4.1 Maps in QGIS\u003cbr\u003e 4.2 Maps for presentations \u003cbr\u003e 4.3 Maps with statistical information\u003cbr\u003e 4.4 Common mistakes and recommendations\u003cbr\u003e 4.5 Summary and further reading\u003cbr\u003e Part II.\u003cbr\u003e Spatial field data acquisition and auxiliary data\u003cbr\u003e 5. 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