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Numerous people have proposed research topics pertaining to the subject of geodesign. Stephen Ervin presented a paper at the Digital Landscape Architecture Conference in Dessau, Germany (Ervin 2015) outlining some of the research proposals being discussed at that tiime. The research topics presented in this section are based, to a large degree, on the contents of that presentation.
- The Scope of Geodesign
- Comparing Geodesign
- Systems Architecture for Geodesign
- Design Strategies for Geodesign
- Extending GIS Technology
- Representing Geographic Space
- Sociology for Geodesign
- Geo-Spatial Economics
- Input-Output Modeling with GIS
- AI for Geodesign
- Diagrams for Geodesign
- 3D Geo-Allocation
- Quality of Life
Registered visitors to this site are encouraged to express their opinions and ideas by leaving comments at the end of the proposal(s) that has sparked their interest.
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The Scope of Geodesign
Dana Tomlin, Tom Fisher, Matt WilsonDefine the scope of geodesign, what it is and what it isn't. Determine its critical nature and the scope of its application. Can geodesign be used to help us address the grand challenges of out time? More |
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Comparing Geodesign
Kelleann Foster, Allan ShearerCompare geodesign to similar design theories and processes. Determine what makes geodesign unique. More |
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Systems Architecture
Tim Nyerges, Mike FlaxmanExplore the overall system requirements (systems architecture) for supporting the application of geodesign strategies and methodologies to complex sustainable systems. More |
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Design Strategies for Geodesign
Carl Steinitz, Mike FlaxmanDetermine the effective ways of designing based on problem type, size, and scale. Explore the nature of model complexity required to properly inform geodesign decisions. More |
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Extending GIS Technology
Mike GoodchildStudy how GIS technology can be extended to support all elements of a geodesign ontology, including dynamics, interactions, and affordances. Establish the underlying reasons for these extensions. More |
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Representing Geographic Space
Bill Miller, Eric WittnerExplore how best to represent 3D/4D/5D geographic space, including the ability to represent, using an integrated space-time model, everything that is on, below, and above the surface of the earth. More |
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Sociology for Geodesign
Mike Flaxman, Stephane RocheExplore the social components of geodesign, its social environment and how it can be used to facilitate citizen engagement. Establish an effective social infrastructure for geodesign. More |
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Geo-Spatial Economics
Caitlin Christina SmithExplore the role of economics in geodesign, including how economics can be used inform the overall geodesign process and how the process can be used to inform those interested in, and responsible for, economic considerations. More |
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Input-Output Modeling with GIS
Bill MillerExplore how GIS can be used to both represent and render the content of an input-output model, including the ability to show, or simulate, how a change in status of one factor can impact the status of related factors. More |
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AI for Geodesign
Allan ShearerStudy the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI) and geodesign and the possible use of inference engines for establishing and clarifying design assumptions. More |
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Diagrams for Geodesign
Stephen ErvinExplore the role of diagrams in geodesign and how they might be used to represent digital objects and processes as integrated components in digital design. More |
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3D Geo-Allocation
Leilei DuanTraditionally, population and employment allocation results are displayed on 2D maps without visioning the changes to urban form. Adding a third dimension to allocation results opens the opportunity to explore future urban form and density interactively. More |
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Quality of Life
Leilei DuanTo measure quality of life, impact factors from physical health, psychological factors, social relationships, and environment need to be considered. Scenario planning/analysis serves as a good strategy to provide alternatives, given the complexity in the nature of quality of life. More |
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Ervin, Stephen M., "A Proposed Map of a Geodesign Research Agenda: Eleven Key Questions in an Eight-pole Space", Proceedings Digital Landscape Architecture Conference, Dessau, Germany, 2015. Content available at DASH.