Remote Sensing in Earth Systems Sciences - Call for Papers: Advancements in Environmental Health Assessment through Integrating Remote Sensing and GIS
In recent years, the integration of Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has emerged as a transformative approach in the field of environmental health assessment. As our understanding of the intricate relationships between the environment and public health
evolves, there is a growing recognition of the need for advanced technologies to provide comprehensive insights into the spatial and temporal dynamics of environmental factors impacting human well-being. Environmental health assessment plays a pivotal role in identifying and understanding the impacts of environmental factors on communities. The integration of RS and GIS provides a powerful toolbox for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore the intricate interplay between environmental parameters and human health. By leveraging the spatial capabilities of GIS and the remote sensing technologies that capture information from a distance, this special issue aims to highlight innovative methodologies and applications that contribute to the advancement of environmental health studies. This special issue covers a broad spectrum of topics, including but not limited to disease mapping, air and water quality monitoring, vector-borne disease surveillance, urban health studies, climate change and health impacts, and health risk assessment. The goal is to present a diverse array of research endeavors that demonstrate the versatility of RS and GIS in addressing various aspects of environmental health. The primary aim of this special issue is to showcase and disseminate cutting-edge research on the integration of Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for advancing environmental health assessments. By bringing together diverse perspectives, methodologies, and applications, the special issue seeks to contribute to the ongoing dialogue on the transformative potential of RS and GIS technologies in understanding and addressing environmental health challenges. This special issue invites submissions synergistic potential of Remote sensing and GIS in advancing environmental health assessments. including but not limited to: 1. Utilizing RS and GIS for mapping and analyzing the spatial distribution of diseases, with a focus on understanding environmental determinants. 2. ntegration of RS data and GIS techniques for real-time monitoring and assessment of air and water quality, contributing to early warning systems. 3. Application of RS and GIS in tracking vectors and understanding the spatial dynamics of vector-borne diseases, aiding in targeted intervention strategies. 4. Investigating the impact of urban environments on public health through RS and GIS. 5. Assessing the health implications of climate change through the integration of RS and GIS 6. Remote sensing-GIS Health Risk Assessment 7. Spatial Disease Mapping with RS and GIS: Unveiling Environmental Determinants in Public Health 8. Mapping Disease: RS and GIS Insights 9. Innovations in RS-GIS Integration for Environmental Health Research: Novel Methodologies and Technological Advances 10. Valorizing RS-GIS Data for Environmental Health: Decision Support and Actionable Insights.