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GIS in the Field of Public Health

Where people live and work can have significant correlations with their susceptibility to disease or injury. Gathering information about these locations and mapping out potential risk factors may reveal threats to a population’s well-being. Public health GIS data offers visibility into relevant patterns, guiding proactive … See more

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How Spatial Science Applies to Cancer Research USC GIS …

WebUSC GIST Alumna Applies Spatial Science to Cancer Research. A community’s environment can have an enormous impact on public health. Local risk …

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GIS and Environmental Health at USC

WebHome > Information Sessions > GIS and Environmental Health at USC; GIS and Environmental Health at USC. November 2020. Special guests: Rima Habre, Sc.D., …

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4 Ways GIS Can Help Fight Drug Epidemics

WebThe use of GIS in medicine, public health services, law enforcement and policymaking connects stakeholders with powerful tools for analysis and strategy. Using …

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MS in Spatial Data Science

WebCareer Outlook. The M.S. in Spatial Data Science engages with data science from the perspective of a GIS expert. Geospatial data accessibility, spatial decision support …

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Geospatial Information and National Security

WebNational Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) The NGA was founded in 1996 as the National Imagery & Mapping Agency. The agency serves a dual role as both …

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GIS Masters & Certificates

WebGraduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science and Technology Online (GIST CERT) Online and residential*. Study the methods and technologies used to collect, …

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How GIS Helps to Overcome Urban Food Deserts

WebA common theory suggests that, instead of going a long bus trip, residents in food deserts are more likely to choose to grab whatever is available at a nearby …

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Articles: Geospatial Intelligence

WebGeospatial intelligence (GEOINT) is a broad field that encompasses the intersection of geospatial data with social, political, environmental and numerous other factors. The …

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Articles: GIS Applications

WebGIS in the Field of Public Health. In today’s increasingly data-driven healthcare systems, obtaining accurate information for analysis is a high priority. Doctors and nurses want to …

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How GIS Has Changed Over the Years

WebA Changing World: Ways GIS Has Changed Over the Years. The field of Geographic Information Science (GIS) has advanced rapidly over the past few decades. …

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Information Sessions

WebRequest Brochure. Fill out the information below to learn more about the University of Southern California’s GIS Graduate Programs and download a free brochure. If you have …

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Articles: GIS in Government

WebGIS in the Field of Public Health. In today’s increasingly data-driven healthcare systems, obtaining accurate information for analysis is a high priority. Doctors and nurses want to …

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GIS Career and Information Resources

WebThe Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) is a non-profit built to create a geospatial community and provide ongoing education and support for geospatial …

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How Household Companies Use GIS

WebThe World Health Organization has a presence in 150 countries. WHO uses GIS to achieve its ambitious agenda of promoting well-being around the globe by …

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The Top 6 Industries for GIS

WebHealth and human services organizations use software to map cases of a disease, identifying high-risk areas or common origination points. The Centers for …

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The Application of GIS in Earth Sciences

WebGeographic Information Science and Technology (GIST) also plays a vital role in scientific research, with a broad array of applications for spatial data and …

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How Local and Federal Government Use GIS

WebThe Future of Government Using GIS. There are a few current trends that offer clues as to how the government will use GIS moving forward. As illustrated in an …

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All About 3D GIS

WebAll About 3D GIS. Geographic Information Science (GIS) has established mapping and spatial reasoning as essential methods for problem-solving. Geospatial …

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MA Global Security Studies

WebThe M.A. in Global Security Studies uniquely combines three disciplines: global security, spatial sciences and international relations. The program gives students hands-on …

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How GIS Changes Perceptions of Climate Change

WebThe Fourth National Climate Assessment, released by the U.S. Global Change Research Program in November 2018, predicted long-term consequences such …

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How GIS Can Help with Emergency Management

WebUsing geographic information science (GIS) in emergency management can make an enormous impact in mitigating, responding to and recovering from a major …

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