Two of our PhD students M. Naser Lessani and Temitope Akinboyewa recently attended the Middle States AAG Conference at West Chester University in Pennsylvania, an event that brought together geographers, researchers, and professionals to explore emerging themes and share innovative research within the field. Attendees engaged in discussions on diverse topics, ranging from environmental sustainability to spatial analysis, fostering a collaborative atmosphere for advancing geographic knowledge.
Naser presented his recent research on the computational enhancement of a new geo-regression model (SGWR). Following his presentation, he engaged in insightful discussions with other attendees, including professors, and graduate students, which provided valuable perspectives on expanding the applicability of the newly published regression model. He also had the honor of participating in a panel discussion with esteemed professors and fellow graduate students, adding further depth to his conference experience. Additionally, he had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Gary Coutu, Chair of the Department of Geography at West Chester University, about the impact of emerging technologies in GIS. The conversation focused on how these new technologies can be integrated into geography to deepen our understanding of geospatial analysis.
Temitope Akinboyewa presented his research work titled “GIS Copilot: Towards an Autonomous GIS Agent for Spatial Analysis”. Temitope’s presentation gained significant attention from attendees, resulting in insightful questions and positive feedback on expanding the research applicability across various domains. In addition to his presentation, he participated in a panel session alongside graduate students and faculty members from different institutions. The discussion focused on recent advancements in the field of Geography, along with suggestions for prospective graduate students. The conference also provided an avenue for him to connect with fellow geographers and potential collaborators.
