UCL Humanitarian Institute Masterclass: Earth Observation and Natural Hazards

Earth Observation (EO) systems have been instrumental in improving our understanding about the diverse earth surface processes and addressing the major global challenges such as disaster risk reduction, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development. The EO technology provides a robust structure for monitoring and forecasting the range of natural hazards, essential for prevention and mitigation of losses to life, livelihood and critical infrastructure. Emphasizing the complimentary use of EO satellite data and spatial analysis tools that include simulation models and Geographic Information System (GIS), the one-day masterclass will include:

• A talk on the applications of EO satellite data in monitoring the earth surface processes and environmental decision making.
• Cyclone risk assessment: A case study in a humanitarian context from Asia, discussing issues concerning the selection of data, methodology, uncertainties and limitations, and the validation of results.
• Proactive disaster risk assessment exercise using dummy data matrix and selected statistical measures.

Presenters are experts and practitioners from UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction with a broad expertise of hazard risks in Asia.

Masterclass producer

Aktar Alam, is a researcher in the UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction and previously Assistant Professor in the University of Kashmir. His core interest is spatial science, exploring earth surface processes and interplay of natural and social environment.

Requirements

This event is free but spaces are limited and must be booked in advance using the link above.

Humanitarian Institute Masterclasses in International Development

Humanitarian Institute Masterclasses are an initiative opening up opportunities for UCL students, staff and interested members of the public, to understand global humanitarian challenges, build international networks and develop new transferrable skills. The masterclasses are led by experts and practitioners from across UCL and our international collaborators.

Produced by the UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction. For further information on Humanitarian Institute Masterclasses in contact: IRDR-comms@ucl.ac.uk