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BioSCape iNaturalist project
If you are in the Western Cape of South Africa, you can participate by making observations on iNaturalist, a citizen science platform. We will use these observations in research to assess spatial variability in species richness across the Greater Cape Floristic Region.
For GIS beginners, this course introduces you to basic theories and functionalities. It will cover topics like GIS data models, GIS processes, map production, spatial anaylsis and modelling. After finishing the course, participants will understand these basic principles and will have applied them in ArcGIS. Learn more here or check the calendar for upcoming classes.
Accredited by Stellenbosch University
This course lays the foundation for learning basic principles and techniques of remote sensing. Topics include reflectance characteristics, digital imagery, satellite systems and GIS integration. Upon completion, participants will be able to apply earth observation workflows to ArcGIS Pro. For more details, click here or check the calendar for upcoming classes.
Accredited by Stellenbosch University
Apply to become a local lead for the 2023 NASA Space Apps Challenge.
This training series first highlighted the use of hyperspectral Visible to Shortwave Infrared (VSWIR) imaging spectroscopy data, for example from AVIRIS-NG and PRISM instruments, for measuring and monitoring terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity (e.g., mapping plant or phytoplankton functional types). Then, the series focused on using thermal and lidar data for characterizing the structure and function of ecosystems using airborne campaigns including the Hyperspectral Thermal Emission Spectrometer (HyTES) and NASA's Land, Vegetation, and Ice Sensor (LVIS). Learn more here.
The Great Southern BioBlitz 2023 is an opportunity for all Southern Hemisphere countries to record organisms during spring and showcase our beautiful biodiversity to the world. The event is run by a grassroots network of keen citizen scientists from across the globe from November 24th to 27th. Learn more here.