The Electronic Data Center has now moved the contents of this blog to it’s main web site. For the archive and new postings since March 2009 please visit:
Wired magazine publishes an interesting article on the issue of “public” spatial datasets: http://www.wired.com/politics/onlinerights/news/2009/03/sunshine/
Workshop: Digital Maps and Globes on Thursday
Published March 16, 2009 Training and Workshops Leave a CommentDigital Maps and Globes
This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps, the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348
Plan to attend the GIS workshop on Thursday
Published January 26, 2009 General Leave a CommentTags: training, workshops
Workshop: Understanding Geographic Information Systems
314 Woodruff Library, Thursday, January 29th (1:00 – 2:15 pm)
A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a collection of computer hardware, software, and geographic data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. Learn more about this technology and how it can be used for research and projects in the business, humanities, and the health, natural, or social sciences. To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348
GIS Workshops for Spring 2009
Published January 5, 2009 events , Training and Workshops Leave a CommentUnderstanding Geographic Information Systems
A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a collection of computer hardware, software, and geographic data for capturing, managing, analyzing, and displaying all forms of geographically referenced information. Learn more about this technology and how it can be used for research and projects in the business, humanities, and the health, natural, or social sciences.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348
- Thu, Jan 29th, 2009: Understanding Geographic Information Systems
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314
Locating Maps and Geospatial Data
Get tips on finding maps and geospatial data and learn about new and important changes in spatial data infrastructures. Techniques on how to convert analog source data to digital will also be covered.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348.
- Thu, Feb 12th, 2009: Locating Maps & Geospatial Data
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314
Digital Maps and Globes
This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348
- Thu Mar 19th, 2009: Google Earth & Google Maps
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314
Working with Digital Topographic Maps
Many paper topographic maps are now available in a new digital format known as GeoPDF. This workshop explains how to find and download maps, how to read topographic maps, and how to make use of the special functionality associated with a GeoPDF.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348.
- Thu, Apr 2, 2009: Working with Digital Topographic Maps
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 314
Workshop on Google Earth & Google Maps
Published November 7, 2008 Mapping Applications , Training and Workshops Leave a CommentTags: google earth, google maps, imagery, mapping, training, workshops
Google Earth and Google Maps
This workshop provides an introduction to the different types of virtual globes and online map applications that are available and explores how they can be used in research and instruction. Although the primary focus will be on Google Earth and Google Maps the workshop will also demonstrate other applications available.
To sign up, contact Michael Page, michael.page@emory.edu, 404.727.2348
Fri, Nov 07, 2008: Google Earth & Google Maps 11:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m.
Woodruff Library Room 31
GeoPDF Demonstration
Published October 22, 2008 Mapping Applications , Training and Workshops Leave a CommentTags: demonstrations, GeoPDF, training, workshops
Event: GeoPDF Demonstration with Adam Estrada and Jesse Hardin of TerraGo Technologies.
This Friday, the workshop “Working with Digital Topographic Maps” will be rescheduled to accommodate a demonstration of GeoPDF technology by Adam Estrada and Jesse Hardin of TerraGo Technologies. GeoPDF enables users to view, manipulate and update maps and images within an Adobe Reader environment. Users can measure length and area, change coordinate displays, search for attributes and view layers. This publication medium and geospatial tool has signification potential for both research and instruction.
The geospatial workstations at the Electronic Data are licensed for access to TerraGo Technologies Publisher Suite** in which you can create a geo-enabled PDF for others to view using Adobe Acrobat Reader and the GeoPDF Toolbar which is available freely from their site. The website includes sample maps.
Location: Room 314, Woodruff Library
When: Friday, October 24th, from 11:45 am to 12:35 pm
For more information visit: http://www.terragotech.com/
** Application is only accessible to current Emory faculty, staff, and students at the EDC
SimplyMap Demonstration
Published October 13, 2008 Data , Mapping Applications , Maps , Statistical Applications , Training and Workshops Leave a CommentTags: Data, Maps, tools, training
SimplyMap Interface
This year Emory Libraries obtained licenses for faculty, staff, and student access to SimplyMap (view previous posting), an online mapping tool and database. Next Tuesday, we welcome Steven Schwartz who will present a demonstration and question session on how to use this valuable resource to extract data and quickly construct maps.
SimplyMap is a web-based mapping application that lets users quickly create professional-quality thematic maps and reports using powerful demographic, business, and marketing data. SimplyMap turns complex data into valuable information that is easily accessed through an innovative and user-friendly interface.
Location: Room 314, Woodruff Library
When: Tuesday, October 21st from 3:30 to 4:30 pm
For more information visit: http://www.geographicresearch.com/simplymap.html
Workshop: Locating Maps and Geospatial Data
Published September 30, 2008 Data , Maps , Training and Workshops Leave a CommentTags: Data, libraries, Maps
There is still space available. Please email michael.page@emory.edu to sign up …
Locating Maps and Geospatial Data
Woodruff Library Room 314
11:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. Wednesday, October 1st, 2008
Get tips on finding maps and geospatial data and learn about new and important changes in spatial data infrastructures. Techniques on how to convert analog source data to digital will also be covered.
Maps, Mysteries, and Medicine
Published September 24, 2008 events Leave a CommentTags: biostatistics, lectures, medicine, public health
This year’s first Life of the Mind lectures is on Thursday, September 25 at 4:00 PM in the Jones Room of Woodruff Library, and features Lance Waller, Professor of Biostatistics in the Rollins School of Public Health. Speaking on “Maps, Mysteries and Medicine,” Professor Waller will discuss how new research using maps and spatial information can help reveal ways to promote conservation and fight diseases.
