Mark Altaweel

Mark Altaweel is a Reader in Near Eastern Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London, having held previous appointments and joint appointments at the University of Chicago, University of Alaska, and Argonne National Laboratory. Mark has an undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Masters and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations.
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Mapping Human Activities in the Oceans

Mark Altaweel

Geospatial technologies are being used to map human activities in our oceans, from fishing to transport.

A male Mexican wolf stands on a snow covered log.

Reintroduction of the Mexican wolf nears 25th anniversary

Mark Altaweel

Reintroduction efforts to improve Mexican wolf populations in the wild began in 1998 and recent populations now exceed 200 wolves.

Black and white graph showing the change in global temperatures against the average from 1951 to 1980.

When Will We Reach the 1.5°C Mark with Climate Change?

Mark Altaweel

The Earth is 1°C warmer than pre-industrial times, and it's unclear when we'll reach the 1.5°C climate threshold.

A view of the lower forest canopy and floor in a redwood forest.

GEDI: A Tool for Forest Carbon Maps

Mark Altaweel

The GEDI satellite system is being used to map forest carbon content and assess forest biodiversity and health.

A couple of small white boats on a hazy day out in the ocean with the coastline in the background.

Marine Spatial Planning Index

Mark Altaweel

The goal of marine spatial planning (MSP) is to balance ocean space use and environmental protection.