GRI in the News: AI-powered system set to transform water use for farmers
Researchers from UC’s Toi Hangarau | Geospatial Research Institute, led by Professor Matthew Wilson and Xander Cai, are developing a cutting-edge AI-driven system to help farmers better understand and manage one of their most critical resources: water. The new ANZ Soil Moisture Data Assimilation System (ANZ-SMDAS) combines ground sensors, satellite signals, and advanced modelling to […]
Geospatial Research Seminar Series (GRISS) – 25 June 2021
Takiwā is an award winning data management and analytics platform that allows end-users to upload, analyse and present multiple types of data and information within a spatial context in order to solve complex problems. A critical design feature of Takiwā has been the ability to draw together cultural and maatauranga Māori data and information alongside Western scientific data while managing cultural and commercial sensitivities of any datasets. Takiwā CEO Mike Taitoko will introduce the Takiwā platform and illustrate how it can help to empower…
Geospatial Research Seminar Series (GRISS) – 30 April 2021
Much has been written about the need to unlock the power of data and digital methods to improve the performance of infrastructure and productivity of the building industry. Recognising the potential benefits of these methods, the New Zealand Government and building industry are co-investing in an eight-year (2018-2026) research programme, under the banner of the Building Innovation Partnership (BIP), to accelerate digitalisation of the infrastructure sector. This industry-led programme has to date focused on two applications of data and digital methods.