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Applied research

Research that turns earth observation into insight

We study the landscapes, resources and environmental pressures that shape livelihoods — and translate findings into evidence decision-makers can use.

Theme 01

Natural Resources

Mapping and monitoring water, forests, rangelands and agricultural land to support sustainable management.

Water resourcesForests & rangelandsAgricultureBiodiversity
Theme 02

Land Use & Land Cover Change

Understanding land use practices and how landscapes change over time — from urban expansion to deforestation.

Urban expansionDeforestationCropland changeSettlement mapping
Theme 03

Climate & Environmental Challenges

Spatial evidence on drought, flooding, land degradation and climate variability to support adaptation and resilience.

DroughtFloodingLand degradationClimate variability

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Partner on research

We welcome collaboration with universities, government institutions, NGOs and development partners on applied research and evidence generation.

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Joint research

Co-designed studies with universities and research institutes.

Policy-relevant analysis

Evidence that answers the questions planners and policymakers are asking.

Student & early-career research

Supervision and mentoring that grow the next generation of researchers.

Data & methods

Earth observation datasets and reproducible methods others can build on.

Let's answer your research question

Share your idea, dataset or challenge — we'll explore how Geo-AI and remote sensing can help.