Overview Effect: Quotes from Astronauts After Seeing the Earth from Space
The Overview Effect is a shift in awareness by astronauts seeing Earth from outer space as a “tiny, fragile ball of life.”
GIS Learning
How to Find the URL to an ArcGIS Online Web Map and Add it to QGIS
Geography Basics
Automating a London Tube Style Transit Map of the World
Geomorphology
Barrier Islands in the United States
Geography Basics
Biases in Measuring Vegetation Greenness with Satellite Imagery
Geography Basics
Study: 25% of Europe Could Be Rewilded
Understanding the Increase in PyroCbs: Wildfire Thunderstorms
The phenomenon of fire-triggered thunderstorms is called pyroCbs, which is short for pyrocumulonimbus clouds.
Barrier Islands in the United States
Barrier islands are narrow landforms running parallel to coastlines, protecting shores from storms and erosion while supporting unique ecosystems.
Birds in Flight: Great Egret Versus American White Pelican
Learn how to tell the difference between a great egret and an American white pelican in flight by examining their size, beaks, wings, and flight patterns.
Number of “Dees” in a Chickadee’s Alarm Call is Related to the Danger Level of Nearby Predators
The number of “dees” in a chickadee’s alarm call correlates with the size and threat level of the predator.
Tracking Mercury With Dragonflies
Research on mercury levels in dragonfly larvae from 73 U.S. national parks reveals insights into mercury deposition patterns.
These Two Countries are Separated by 2.4 Miles and 21 Hours
There exists a geographic point where two of the largest countries in the world are only separated by a 2.4 miles but are 21 hours apart.
Using GIS to Design Child-Friendly Cities
Using GIS, cities can design child-friendly pedestrian pathways that prioritize children’s interests and safety, promoting urban living and sustainability.