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Part of the book sub series: Geophysical Sciences (GEOPHYS)
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Significant advances in geomatics and geomorphology are changing the way in which scientists study complex mountain environments. This book provides a critical treatment and evaluation of these recent developments. With the advent of advanced satellite sensors, high resolution satellite imagery and digital elevation, models now make possible quantitative analysis and modelling of the landscape. So it is becoming ever more important for geoscientists to integrate geomatics into their scientific investigation. This book is a "must" for any researcher actively working in geomatics, geomorphology and mountain systems. It will also be valuable to geologists and resource planners interested in the role of surface processes in complex orogens and resource assessment and sustainable development.
From the reviews:
"...edited by two active and well-respected researchers in the field of geomorphology, surveys a broad range of quantitative approaches to the analysis ofmountain systems. This book provides a critical treatment and evaluation of recent developments.
This well-written and wide-ranging material provides valuable insights into the use of specialized GIScience techniques across the broad spectrum of mountain geomorphic research.
This book is a welcome addition for advanced students and researchers actively working on the study of geomorphology in mountain systems. The text also will be valuable to a range of scientists interested in the role of surface processes in mountainous regions, and to planners interested in resource assessment and sustainable development." (Louis A. Scuderi, EOS, December 2004)
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From the reviews:
"Geographic Information Science and Mountain Geomorphology … surveys a broad range of quantitative approaches to the analysis of mountain systems. … This book provides a critical treatment and evaluation of recent developments and novel technological approaches … . This well-written and wide-ranging material provides valuable insights into the use of specialized GIScience techniques … . This book is a welcome addition for advanced students and researchers … . The text also will be valuable to a range of scientists interested in the role of surface processes … ." (Louis A Scuderi, EOS, Vol. 85 (51), December, 2004)
Authors and Affiliations
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AQUA-TEK GmbH Projektplanung & -steuerung, Berlin, Germany
Michael Bishop
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University of Nebraska, Omaha Dept. Geography & Geology, Omaha, USA
John F. Shroder
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Geographic Information Science and Mountain Geomorphology
Authors: Michael Bishop, John F. Shroder
Series Title: Springer Praxis Books
Publisher: Springer Berlin, Heidelberg
Copyright Information: Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2004
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-540-42640-0Published: 30 June 2004
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XLVI, 486
Additional Information: Jointly published with Praxis Publishing, UK