PGC provides high-resolution imagery from Maxar Technologies (formerly DigitalGlobe). Here you will find information about the satellites’ spatial and temporal resolution, spectral capabilities, and more!…
Student Positions Available: Undergraduate and Graduate (Spring 2023) – Filled!
…progress Outreach: Take what you have learned and return it to the community Undergraduate Qualifications Required Qualifications: Undergraduate enrolled at UMN for the semester(s) while employed Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask Effective oral and written communication…
…for PGC. Check out the full interview on our website here: https://www.pgc.umn.edu/news/qa-jay-dickson-pgc-director/ New Members to PGC Advisory Committee We are thrilled to announce the newest appointments to our Science and Operations Advisory Committee. Our three newest members are Dr. Kirsty…
Position Available: Geospatial Support Specialist 2023 – Filled!
…mapping and GIS services Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and a strong commitment to provide superior support to the polar science community Ability to manage and delegate student projects and workload Advantageous Qualifications 2+ years of experience in remote…
…DETAILS There is no cost or registration to join the event. Please email pgc@umn.edu with questions. LIVE STREAM https://umn.webex.com/umn/j.php?MTID=m80b3f87e28d79f94ce2c152d5d575fa0 [update] Video has been posted online here About Planet The Polar Geospatial Center is pleased to host Joseph Mascaro, Ph.D., Director…
…or related field Strong problem-solving skills Able to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and a strong commitment to provide…
Imaging the Earth from space: history, technology and terminology of satellite-based remote sensing….
…stack of individual strip DEMs and therefore are not intended for temporal research but most valuable for visualizations and comprehensive coverage. Since 2020, the PGC has employed a sophisticated median-style mosaicking technique (read more below), ensuring exceptional reliability and refinement….
Logan Earth – enhancing Google Earth with ArcticDEM for the NWT
…links below. Google Earth (above) vs. Logan Earth (below) comparison of a permafrost slump on the Peel Plateau in NWT helpful links: Cabin Radio Press Release: https://cabinradio.ca/88612/news/environment/yellowknife-man-creates-alternative-to-google-earth-for-northerners/ Logan Earth Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LoganEarth Logan Earth App: https://northernmademaps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer3d/index.html?id=c01df3f8136e4c718a1bfe8377951352 PGC’s Arctic DEM Webpage: https://www.pgc.umn.edu/data/arcticdem/…