Posted on February 29, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Would more or less land be usable if global temperatures rose?
Hiking & ActivitiesWould more or less land be usable as global temperatures rise? 1. The impact of global temperature rise on land usability As a GIS and geoscience expert, I am often asked about the potential consequences of global temperature rise on land usability. It is widely accepted that global temperatures are rising due to human activities,
Posted on February 28, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Analyzing MODIS Snow Cover Across Diverse Elevation Zones Using GIS: A Comprehensive Guide
Hiking & ActivitiesGetting Started The Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) is a key instrument aboard NASA’s Terra and Aqua satellites, providing valuable data for monitoring Earth’s surface and atmosphere. One of the critical applications of MODIS data is the assessment of snow cover at different elevations. Snow cover is an essential parameter in several fields, including hydrology,
Posted on February 23, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Geospatial Analysis Reveals Mountains and Hills Visible from Both Boston and Rhode Island: A GIS Perspective
Hiking & ActivitiesMountains Visible from Boston and Rhode Island When it comes to enjoying scenic vistas and natural landscapes, both Boston and Rhode Island offer a wealth of options. While these regions are known for their coastal beauty, they also provide opportunities to appreciate the picturesque mountains and hills that dot the surrounding areas. In this article,
Posted on February 9, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Unlocking the World’s Time: Exploring the International Timing Zone for Earth Science and Mapping
Hiking & ActivitiesThe Importance of International Time Zones in Mapping and Earth Science Mapping and Earth Science are disciplines that rely heavily on accurate and precise timekeeping. The establishment of international timing zones plays a critical role in these fields, ensuring standardized time references across the globe for various scientific and practical purposes. In this article, we
Posted on January 31, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Stereoscopic Cartography: Unveiling the Role of Stereoscopes in Modern Orthophotography
Hiking & ActivitiesGetting Started Stereoscopes have played an important role in the world of cartography and orthophotography for many decades. These optical devices have been widely used to view and interpret aerial imagery, allowing cartographers to produce accurate maps and perform various analyses. However, with the advent of advanced digital technologies and the widespread availability of high-resolution
Posted on January 28, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Efficient Flow Routing in R: Harnessing DEM Data for Accurate Earth Science and GIS Applications
Hiking & ActivitiesGetting Started Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) are essential tools for geospatial analysis, particularly in the fields of earth science and geographic information systems (GIS). DEMs represent the topography of the Earth’s surface by providing elevation values for each pixel or grid cell. An important application of DEMs is flow routing, which involves determining the path