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GPS, satellite imageries enhance census operations in Nigeria
Nigeria began taking its population census on March 21. The census operations are using innovations such as use of GPS and Satellite imageries to carve out geo-referenced Enumeration Area maps. GIS would be used to store the results of the 2006 Census.
US University to develop Earth science research database for NASA
Mississippi State University in US will use a $9.6 million federal grant to help NASA develop a stronger Earth science research database for use by a wide variety of U.S. governmental agencies. The university's GeoResources Institute is marshaling its geospatial technology expertise to help build a computerized data resource.
USGS scientists find evidence indicating early snowmelt in eastern North America
Scientists at the USGS have found evidence in eastern North America that the snow is melting and running off into rivers earlier than it did in the first half of the 20th century. According to a USGS study winter-spring flows in many rivers in the northern US and Canada are occurring earlier by 5-10 days.
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INTERVIEW
‘The marriage of commercial imagery with GPS and inexpensive desk-top software will speed the integration of imagery into societies.’
Matthew O’Connel
CEO of GeoEye
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ARTICLE OF THE WEEK - WATER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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Mapping Water Potential: The Use of WATEX to Support UNHCR Refugee Camp Operations in Eastern Chad
Firoz Verjee
SEAS Doctoral Fellow & Research Associate
Institute for Crisis, Disaster & Risk Management
The George Washington University
Co-Author
Alain Gachet
Managing Director
Radar Technologies France (RTF)
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 NEW PRODUCTS
PCI Geomatics offers Geomatica 10 for Linux and Solaris users
PCI Geomatics announced on March 29 the release of Geomatica 10 for Linux and Solaris users. The latest version of the company’s image-centric geospatial software emphasizes automation, productivity, and support for more than 100 geospatial data formats.
MapInfo launches StreetPro Singapore version 3
MapInfo Corporation announced on the 27th of March, the release of StreetPro for Singapore. StreetPro Singapore is a digital street database providing users with a flexible, multi-purpose foundation for location intelligent business initiatives such as site selection.
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