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25.01.2022 Real time maps demonstrating the spread of COVID-19 are an integral tool for officials and civilians alike - and they're possible because of geospatial data and the experts that manage that data. Check out some of the work that being done all over the world.

23.01.2022 There's a lot going on in the world, and one way to keep in top of it all is to manage all the data. To stay across everything geospatial and geospatial careers, sign up for our regular newsletter.

22.01.2022 GIS can seem complicated - but kids are never too young to start learning about it. In fact, there's a new book out there which unpacks GIS from a child's perspective. With geo data and spatial science being such important parts of our modern world, we think this book is a pretty neat idea!

21.01.2022 Want to learn about spatial science study at University of Southern Queensland - Australia? At 6pm this Thursday, USQ staff and successful alumni will take grade 10-12 students, teachers and parents through all the details over an online Zoom call - so make sure you register before 12pm Thursday.

21.01.2022 Roger Tomlinson had a very important part to play in the development of the geospatial science profession: he is credited with creating Geographic Information Systems, or GIS. Learn more about Roger and his work in our latest blog...

20.01.2022 Humankind's impact on the globe is significant - and thanks to geospatial tools like remote sensing and satellite imagery, we can get a sense of just how significant that mark is. Check out this article from Geospatial World...

20.01.2022 Students across Australia were challenged to use geo data to solve a problem in their community for the 2019 Geospatial Information Competition, and the winners have just been announced! Congratulations to James and Chase from Wavell State High School. We've got the rundown on the winners, the runners-up and the entries on our website here.

19.01.2022 GIS and geospatial science has a reputation for being complicated, but it's now being taught at younger ages than ever. It is probably because geospatial science is so important in 2021! Check out this children's book that explores what GIS is - and is backed up by a host of excellent learning resources.

17.01.2022 It takes a lot of interesting, complicated and - quite frankly - cool technology to do what a geospatial scientist does. Remote sensing, GIS, internet mapping tech... learn a little bit about the tools in the geospatial science arsenal on our website.

17.01.2022 Thinking of studying geospatial science in Queensland? Open days are a great way to get a sense of what a tertiary study path entail, and the University of Southern Queensland has their online Open Day scheduled for September 5. Register for your place now, and jump in on the day to learn what studying geospatial science at USQ is really like!

16.01.2022 We talk a lot about land-based geospatial information, but what about out at sea? People in the maritime industry are keenly aware of the power that geospatial information has, however - click on the article below to see how this data is being utilised.

16.01.2022 Why map one planet when you can map two? Thanks to some of the amazing spatial mapping technology that spatial experts use, researchers are beginning to map out the features of Mars.

15.01.2022 Geospatial scientists aren't just concerned with geographic data from our planet! Learn how geospatial technology is paving the way for humankind's exploration of the space and worlds beyond us.

15.01.2022 Here's a great chance to learn more about STEM and geospatial science in the age of social distancing! She Maps is hosting STEM expert chats today and tomorrow for young people... check out their website for more info.

14.01.2022 Companies that farm unsustainable palm oil are having a hugely negative impact on the well-being of endangered animals like orangutans, tigers and elephants - but now, geospatial science is playing a major role in keeping palm oil production sustainable and environmentally friendly. Find out more below...

13.01.2022 The experiences, stories and knowledge of Indigenous communities is the focal point of an exciting new geospatial project. Find out how in the article below.

12.01.2022 Want to get to the bottom of what geospatial science means in 2021? Geospatial Revolution is a four-part documentary series from Penn State Public Broadcasting in the US that does just that - plus, it’s available online for free!

11.01.2022 The US election is next week, and spatial data is playing a big role in how people distribute and consume information about voting. Read more about how interactive maps impact the race...

11.01.2022 Geospatial data and mapping techniques are playing an integral role in how authorities are responding to the most trying challenge of recent times - the COVID-19 pandemic. Read our latest blog to find out more.

11.01.2022 Geospatial scientists know that maps are cool, and in the aftermath of every big election, that's proven true when the public turns to map data to understand the results. This US presidential election's most famous map was actually designed using 2016 results, but its aim is to be a more accurate representation of electoral geographical data. Click through and take a look at how a geospatial scientist presents information clearly and succinctly!

11.01.2022 Interactive mapping is allowing us to track the health of coral reefs across the world in real time! In a tumultuous time, geospatial data is making it easier for experts to get the information they need. Click through to read more.

11.01.2022 There are a lot of important work that geospatial scientists can do. For Ian Huri, his work helps people in Vanuatu deal with natural disasters like cyclones and tropical storms. Check out this Q and A for more.

09.01.2022 There are a lot of unbelieveable things that geospatial data can do. If you've ever wondered how Google Maps predicts the best routes for you, the answers are here.

09.01.2022 Ready to show off your geospatial skills? School students and adults alike are invited to enter the HERE Mapping Competition - create your own interactive map using free online software, and you'll go in the draw to win some pretty terrific prizes! With GIS and interactive mapping playing a huge role in helping us understand the modern world, there's never been a better time to enter. Find the details below - entries close August 31.

08.01.2022 Geospatial science is everywhere... including the big screen! Our latest blog digs into geospatial science's starring role in some of Hollywood biggest hits - and uncovers some of the ways that movie studioes use spatial software to create huge blockbuster moments.

07.01.2022 It's never to young to get excited about drone and geospatial technology! Last month a new children's book from Paul Mead and Sarah Davies was launched, and it celebrates diversity and female role-models in STEM and geospatial professions. There are even teaching tie-in resources available. Find out more below.

06.01.2022 GIS is one of the most important tools in the geospatial scientist's toolkit - and Hollywood special effects wizards rely on it too. Click below to find out how 3D mapping plays a role in movies like Independence Day.

06.01.2022 The world is in a strange place that no one could have predicted not too long ago, but there are predictions now that geospatial data - and the tech we use to manage it - could be key to how well we recover. Find out more below.

05.01.2022 Geospatial science is used for all sorts of projects... but we bet you didn't think one of them would be measuring the waistlines of Alaskan brown bears! Fat Bear Week is a popular event for wildlife lovers. Every year, just before hibernating for the winter, Alaskan brown bears gorge on salmon in Katmai National Park and Preserve. Online, the public vote on their favourite feeding bears in the Fat Bear Tuesday bracket match-up. Want to see how the work of geospatial scientists is connected to this fun, silly but educational bracket event? Click below.

05.01.2022 In a world with less privacy than ever before, geospatial science could be key to strengthening cybersecurity. Find out more below...

04.01.2022 As COVID-19 continues its spread across the world, experts are relying geospatial science to track it. Spatial Source has put together an invaluable collection of maps and tools that help us understand just how impactful this virus is.

02.01.2022 Geospatial data continues to support experts as they deal with disasters like bushfires and viruses. Check out this new article from the ABC about the role satellite geo imagery and geospatial scientists play in keeping us safe.