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Geospatial Information Science and Engineering (GIScE)
Environmental and Resource Engineering M.S. & Ph.D.

Geospatial Information Science and Engineering is designed for specialized study in spatial information acquisition, analysis, modeling and applications. This includes theoretical and applied projects in sensing systems and the location, measurement, analysis and description of ground features and earth resources. It also includes use of geographic information systems (GIS) to incorporate spatial data into a wide range of environmental and engineering problems.

Illustrative areas in this option include, but not limited to:

Remote sensing and digital image/video analysis
Geographic information systems (GIS)
Spatial and spatiotemporal databases
Artificial intelligence/machine learning in spatial analysis and modeling
Environmental resources monitoring, modeling and assessment

The GIScE program is unique in that it offers not only core knowledge within the discipline but also supports interdisciplinary interactions with other environmental study areas within our department (e.g. hydrology, ecological engineering), within our school (e.g. biology, forest management) and within the adjacent Syracuse University (e.g. social studies, geography, computer and electrical engineering).

Geospatial Information Science and Engineering is designed for specialized research in spatial information acquisition, analysis, modeling and applications. This includes theoretical and applied study in sensing systems and the location, measurement, analysis and description of ground features and earth resources. It also includes use of geographic information systems (GIS) to incorporate spatial data into a wide range of environmental and engineering problems.

Program Requirements

Program prerequisite or co-requisite courses beyond the departmental requirement include at least one year of physics , and one engineering science course in surveying, numerical methods, or computer science.

Program mastery courses beyond the departmental requirement include at least one course (3+ credit hours) in each of the four Geospatial Information Science and Engineering areas (illustrative courses are listed in parenthesis):

Remote sensing (e.g., Principles of Remote Sensing, Remote Sensing of the Environment)
Geographic information systems (e.g., Introduction to Spatial Information, GIS for Engineers, GIS-Based Modeling, Introduction to Global Positioning Systems,
Spatial analysis and programming (e.g., Spatial Analysis, Digital Image Analysis, Numerical and Computing Methods, Systems Engineering, Design and Analysis of Algorithm, Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks, Introduction to Database Management Systems, Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence)
Statistics (e.g., Statistical Analysis, Multivariate Statistical Methods, Nonparametric Statistics, Analysis of Variance, Regression Analysis, Map Accuracy Assessment, Sampling Methods)

Ph.D. students will take an additional course in at least two of these areas (6+ credit hours total). These areas of competence form the basis for your graduate coursework and are supplemented by studies in systems analysis, environmental sciences and management, and geography. Study programs are flexible and are tailored to the interests and strengths of individuals.

Participating Faculty

Jungho Im—Assistant Professor since 2007
Dr. Im’s research interests include environmental remote sensing focusing on urban and vegetation, GIS-based modeling, and algorithm development.
Giorgos Mountrakis—Assistant Professor since 2005
Dr. Mountrakis’ expertise includes image analysis (satellite imagery, aerial photography). spatiotemporal geographic modeling using machine learning methods (e.g. neural networks) and spatial statistics.
Lindi Quackenbush—Assistant Professor since 2004
Dr Quackenbush’s research interests are in the fields of remote sensing and image processing, particularly focused on spatial techniques for both urban and forest classification.

Current Graduate Students in Geospatial Information Science and Engineering

Current Students

Only currently registered students appear—new student names are added at the start of the academic year.

Paul Ang paang@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: MS Advisor(s): Quackenbush	Undergraduate Institute: SUNY ESF (Engineering — Other) Links Web Link Graduate Research Topic Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Favorite Quote “There are wood chips, there are computer chips, there potato chips, there are sail ships, but the most best ships are friendships” -Brian Williamson Home Page Web Link
Nishan Bhattarai nbhattar@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Quackenbush	Undergraduate Institute: Tribhuvan University (Forestry and Related) Previous Graduate Study: Auburn University of Auburn Univ (Forestry and Related) Graduate Research Topic Remote Sensing Applications and GIS-based modeling Favorite Quote If we knew what it was we were doing, it would not be called research, would it?- Einstein Website Nishan's webpage
Harrison Bloom hbloom@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: MS Advisor(s): Mountrakis	Undergraduate Institute: University of Maryland College Park* (Environmental Science) Links Web Link Graduate Research Topic Geospatial Information Sciences & Engineering Favorite Quote "Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school." (Albert Einstein)
Laura Calandra lncaland@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: MS Advisor(s): Quackenbush	Undergraduate Institute: SUNY ESF (Engineering — Other) Graduate Research Topic Geo-spatial Information Science and Engineering Quote on Graduate Experience "If this isn't nice, I don't know what is." Website http://sites.google.com/site/lncalandra
Zhu Gu gzhu03@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Im	Undergraduate Institute: Nanjing Normal University (Electrical Engineeri) Graduate Research Topic Environmental Resources Engineering
Sean Huckins schuckin@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Hassett	Undergraduate Institute: Syracuse University (INDUSTRIAL DESIGN) Previous Graduate Study: SUNY Buffalo (NATURAL SCIENCES) Graduate Research Topic Fusion of Images for the Human Brain Opportunities for Improved Diagnostic and Surgical Interventions Quote on Graduate Experience "My experience as a graduate student at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry has been tremendously positive. The faculty, including Professor James M. Hassett, have always been exceptionally enthusiastic and supportive of my goal to explore a cross-disciplinary approach to human brain mapping as it relates to neurosurgical diagnostics and intervention. My affiliation and current program of study with SUNY ESF has always been a source of pride to me, and I am looking forward to the fact that my graduate education is not only preparing me to investigate the physical topography of the earth on which we live, but to also go spelunking into the depths of the human brain. The faculty in the mapping sciences program at SUNY ESF have not only made this possible, but have done so with sincere enthusiasm."
Huiran Jin hjin02@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Mountrakis	Undergraduate Institute: Peking University (Geography) Previous Graduate Study: Peking University (Geography ) Graduate Research Topic GIS and Remote Sensing Quote on Graduate Experience "Do my best to make the study at ESF a most enjoyable and memorable one." Website http://sites.google.com/site/huiranjin/
Manqi Li mli29@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: MS Advisor(s): Im	Undergraduate Institute: Wuhan University (Geography) Graduate Research Topic GIS and RS applications in Forestry Quote on Graduate Experience It has opened a door for me to explore new things in a field that interests me, and I hope I can go further. Website https://sites.google.com/site/manqili29/home
Tao Liu taliu@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: MS Advisor(s): Im	Undergraduate Institute: Northwest A&F University (Forestry and Related) Linkedin website Web Link Quote on Graduate Experience In the process of accomplishing challenging and interesting task every day, I can feel encouraging cantus of symphony that is mounted for my progress! Graduate Research Topic The application of remote sensing and GIS in environment research Favorite Quote Study itself is the part of life,so enjoy life,enjoy study. Professional Website Web Link
Zhenyu Lu zlu03@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Im	Undergraduate Institute: Lanzhou University (Geography) Previous Graduate Study: Lanzhou University (Physical Geography ) Graduate Research Topic Cutting-edge environmental problems by properly utilizing geographic information system modeling technologies and remote sensing of environment Quote on Graduate Experience "Treat this learning experience as my best; and make this learning experience be most memorable" Website http://sites.google.com/site/centaurshome/
Sheng Yang syang16@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Mountrakis	Undergraduate Institute: Nanjing University (Geography) Previous Graduate Study: SUNY ESF (ERFEG ) Graduate Research Topic Forestry Engineering Quote on Graduate Experience "A new style of the life and a fresh taste of the world"
Wei Zhuang wezhuang@syr.edu	Geospatial Information Science and Engineering Degree Sought: PHD Advisor(s): Mountrakis	Undergraduate Institute: China University of Mining Tec (Geography) Previous Graduate Study: Beijing Normal University (Geography ) Graduate Research Topic Application of Lidar Waveform Data in Ecology. Quote on Graduate Experience "Working with passion, not impulsion!" Wei's WebSite Web Link