Conference on Geoinformation 2025
Three geoconferences in one place join for supporting the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Sustainable Development Goals
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We cordially invite you to participate in the Conference on Geoinformation 2025, which will take place from November 24th to 28th, 2025, in the city of Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico.
This meeting will host 3 conferences:
- 16th Geoinformation for Disaster Management (Gi4DM),
- XXVI National Congress SELPER Mexico
- XI SELPER Educational Workshops of Central America and the Caribbean.
With your registration for the Conference on Geoinformation you will have access to the 3 conferences, where different multidisciplinary discussion forums will be provided for the advancement of geospatial technologies through interactive plenary sessions led by researchers and important agencies in the region.
To know the specific topics of each congress, consult the corresponding tab.
Full papers submitted and presented during the Conference could be published in the series of The International Annals or Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS) or Investigaciones Geográficas-UNAM.
IMPORTANT DATES
Abstract submission opens: March 17
Final registration deadline: October 20
Conference on Geoinformation: November 24-28, 2025
LOCATION
Centro Peninsular en Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales UNAM (CEPHCIS)
Program Committee
- Fabiola Yépez Rincón – SELPER México/UANL
- Sisi Zlatanova – ISPRS
- Orhan Altan – ISC/ISPRS
- Andrea Escobedo Tamez – SELPER México/UANL
- Nelly Ramírez Serrato – SELPER México/UNAM
- Ivone Zapata Wah – SELPER México/UANL
- Jean Francois Mas – CIGA Morelia UNAM
- Gustavo Martin Morales – ENES Mérida UNAM
- Yadira Antonio Durán – SELPER México/UANL
- Dariela Vazquez Rodríguez – SELPER México/UANL
- Roberto Huerta García – SELPER México/UANL
Gi4DM is an annual conference devoted to the use and application of geo-information technology in disaster management. It is coordinated by the ISC GeoUnions Standing Committee on Disaster Risk Reduction. The fundamental goal of the conference is to provide a forum where disaster managers, stakeholders, researchers, data providers and system developers can discuss challenges, share experience, discuss new ideas, demonstrate technology and analyse future research toward better support of risk and disaster management activities. Gi4DM 2025 is the 16th edition of this conference. Links to previous conferences are available here https://gi4dm.net/.
16th Gi4DM Technical Program Committee invites you to submit your technical papers to be presented formally at the Symposium as ORAL or POSTER in the Technical Sessions.
GENERAL TOPICS
- User needs and requirements
- Technology developments
- Data collection and management
- Data integration and knowledge discovery
- End-user environments for interaction, visualisation and updating
- Positioning and location-based communication
- Assisted navigation and evacuation
- Automated mapping
SPECIFIC TOPICS
User needs, requirements and technology developments:
- Analysis/experience/reports of users or information providers dealing with Disaster Management (such as police, fire brigade, topographic office, etc.)
- Demonstration of new technology developments employed for Disaster Management
Data collection and management:
- Mobile mapping from land-based, airborne and spaceborne platforms
- Data structures for real-time applications (geometry and topology, time, multimedia)
- Frameworks for multi-resolution and multi-topology management
- Frameworks for data integrity and consistency applicable for field update
- Maintenance of historical data
- Intelligent navigation (switch between voice, text, image, graphics (2D, 3D))
- Generalisation and compression algorithms
- 3D navigation (buildings, tunnels, etc.)
- Data standards for import/export – XML, GML
Data integration and knowledge discovery:
- Real-time data discovery and integration
- Context-aware engines and agents for query and analysis with respect to the front-end
- Knowledge systems for browsing and analysis in distributed environments
- Geo-ontology
- Semantic-based engines and translators for search and analysis
- 2D/3D geocoding
End-user environments:
- Graphics user interfaces for mobile workers
- Information perception in stress environments and/or on hand-held screens
- 3D visualisation on mobile devices
- Interfaces for mobile devices allowing data update
- AR and VR monitoring of disaster development
- Messaging (common-alert)
Positioning and location-based communication:
- Innovative positioning approaches (global/local, active/passive) ensuring positioning “everywhere and always”
- 3D indoor positioning and mapping
- Intelligent switching between different communication networks and approaches for positioning systems
- Portable, distributed ad-hoc WLAN for disaster management
- Context-aware user profiles monitoring status of mobile devices, emergency of situations, etc.
SCIENTIFIC COMITTE
- Fabiola Yépez – SELPER México – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Orhan Altan – Istanbul Technical University
- Abraham Ashenif Melese – Jimma University
- Lars Bodum – Aalborg University
- Eliseo Clementini – University of L’Aquila
- Carrion Daniela – Politecnico di Milano
- Eric Guilbert – University Laval
- Nguyen Huong Thi Thanh – Tay Nguyen University
- Okon Inah – UNICAL
- MuraliKrishna Venkata Lyyanki – Chairman ISPRS WG III/9
- Santillan Jojene Rendon – Caraga State University
- Ilya Kuznetsov – Saint Petersburg State University
- Songnian Li – Toronto Metropolitan University
- Scaioni Marco – Politecnico Milano
- Breunig Martin – Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
- Diep Thi Hong Nguyen – College of Environment and Natural Resources, Can Tho University
- Evgeny Panidi – Saint Petersburg State University
- Stouffs Rudi – National University of Singapore
- Shahid Syed Junaid – Saint Louis University
- Ghawana Tarun – Utthan Foundation Dwarka Delhi India
- Kuhn Werner – University of California Santa Barbara
- Alexander Zipf – Heidelberg University
- Amy Karam – Geosalus consulting
- Serkan Kemec – Van Yuzuncu Yil University
- Zahra Dabiri – University of Salzbur
The Latin American Society for Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Systems (SELPER) organizes the SELPER National Conference every two years in Mexico. This event is aimed at public and private organizations working in resource management, urban planning, spatial data infrastructure, risk management and in general at all academic and scientific agencies working with Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing Technology. This two days Congress offers several multidisciplinary discussion forums for the advancement of geospatial technologies through interactive plenary sessions led by leading researchers and agencies in the region. For more information visit: https://www.selper.org.mx/congreso-nacional/
«Cooperatives build a better world»
This year’s Congress theme is «Cooperatives build a better world.» The United Nations declared 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives with the aim of reflecting the global impact of cooperative models, which are a crucial solution to address global challenges.
TOPICS
- Climate change adaptation and resilience
- Innovation and emerging technologies
- Biodiversity and marine/coastal ecosystems
- Water resources management
- Biodiversity, land cover and land use
- Territory management (municipalities, migration, economy)
SCIENTIFIC COMITTE
- Fabiola Yépez – SELPER México – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Jean Francois Mas – Centro de Investigaciones en Geografía Ambiental – UNAM
- Rogelio Aguilar Cruz – Escuela Nacional de Protección Civil
- Aylet Vega Aguilar – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Víctor Hugo Guerra Cobián – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Kevin David Rodríguez González – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Judith Ley García – Universidad Autónoma de Baja California
- Mariana Pérez Martínez – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Luz Angela Rocha Salamanca – SELPER Colombia
- Jonathan Vidal Solórzano Villegas – Centro de Investigaciones en Geografía Ambiental – UNAM
SELPER Educational Workshops for Central America and the Caribbean are presented every two years by SELPER International Education Committee. These workshops are aimed to uundergraduate and postgraduate university teachers and researchers interested in remote sensing, cartography, GIS at different educational levels, development of teaching materials, institutional and government policies, teacher training programs, information technology and distance education resources, new technological trends.
Last event post: https://selper.info/x-jornada-de-educacion-en-percepcion-remota-sistemas-de-informacion-geografica-de-centro-america-y-el-caribe/
TOPICS
- Remote sensing, cartography, GIS at different educational levels
- Development of teaching materials
- Institutional and governmental policies
- Teacher training programs
- Computer science and distance education resources
- New technological trends
SCIENTIFIC COMITTE
- Fabiola Yépez – SELPER México – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Jean Francois Mas – Centro de Investigaciones en Geografía Ambiental – UNAM
- Luz Angela Rocha Salamanca – SELPER Colombia
Meet the partners who make this Conference possible!
We are proud to introduce the Official Sponsors of the Conference on Geoinformation 2025: our strategic partners driving innovation and scientific outreach across the geoinformation sector.
STAR.VISION
STAR.VISION is a pioneering force in the realm of advanced space technology, specializing in the design and construction of cutting-edge AI-empowered satellites. The company is dedicated to addressing real-world challenges with this technology, offering tailored satellite services to meet a wide array of client needs.
STAR.VISION‘s solutions optimize key sectors such as agriculture, forestry, mining, environmental protection, energy, and urban management, while also bolstering border situational awareness.
In addition to satellite construction, STAR.VISION offers comprehensive data solutions, drawing from a network of over 100 Chinese satellites, and delivers adaptable data collaboration strategies to address diverse client requirements.
Find out more about STAR.VISION here: https://star.vision/
MDPI Open Access Publishing Canada Ltd
FEES
- To qualify for the SELPER membership fee, you must have a current membership.
- Students and seniors must present a valid ID or proof of enrollment.
- All registrations include an event kit.
APPLICATION FOR SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS
Students who participate by submitting a paper for the Geoinformation Conference will have the opportunity to apply for a scholarship for accommodation and stay during the event. The submitted papers will be reviewed and those considered to be of the best quality will be selected for the scholarship, in addition to being recognized during the event.
*Note: Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee that you will be awarded the scholarship.
Requirements to apply for the scholarship:
- Be a student and show proof.
- Have registered your paper on the ConfTool platform and provided your registration number.
- Make the corresponding payments for Registration to the Conference on Geoinformation and registration of your paper.
- Have correctly filled out your participation registration, selecting the option to apply for a student scholarship.
To register your participation in the conference, go to the following link, create an account and register your abstract.
www.conftool.org/geoinformation2025/
You can register your work in Spanish, English, or Portuguese.
1 . Conftool website to login or create a new account.
2. Fill out the form to create a new account.
3. After completing the form, submit your abstract.
Works submitted and presented during the Conference may be published in the Annals or International Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS) series.
Publication of the works in the Annals or Archives of ISPRS is OPTIONAL
PAPER SUBMISSION
You are invited to submit your contributions as full paper or extended abstract via the conference’s ConfTool submission system. These should be prepared according to the ISPRS guidelines:
www.isprs.org/documents/orangebook/app5.aspx
Submitted extended abstracts and full papers will be double-blind reviewed by the International Scientific Committee.
Accepted full papers (min 6 – max 8 pages) will be published in the ISPRS Annals (full paper double-blind peer review). Papers not accepted for ISPRS Annals might be considered for the ISPRS Archives.
Accepted extended abstracts (2 pages) will be requested to submit a camera-ready paper (min 6 – max 8 pages) and will be published in the ISPRS Archives (abstract double-blind peer review). The extended abstracts on their own will not be published.
PROCEEDINGS
All accepted papers in English will be published in the ISPRS proceedings. The ISPRS Annals and Archives are series of peer-reviewed proceedings published by the International Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS). They are listed in the ISI Conference Proceedings Citation Index (CPCI) of the Web of Science, SCOPUS, the E/I Compendex, and the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), and are available on-line:
ISPRS Annals: https://www.isprs.org/publications/annals.aspx
ISPRS Archives: https://www.isprs.org/publications/archives.aspx
INVESTIGACIONES GEOGRÁFICAS – UNAM
If you prefer to publish in Spanish or Portuguese, you have the option of SELPER proceedings with abstracts, or extended papers (6-8 pages) that will be double-blind peer review and submitted to Investigaciones Geográficas-UNAM. The SELPER proceedings will include English abstracts as well.
To prepare your document, please follow the guidelines available at:
https://www.investigacionesgeograficas.unam.mx/index.php/rig/normas
IMPORTANT DATES
Scientific committee:
- Nusret Demir – Akdeniz University
- Sultan Kocaman – GeoPlato Engineering
- Füsun Balık Şanlı – Yildiz Technical University
- Ali Özgün Ok – Hacettepe University
- Saygın Abdikan – Hacettepe University
- Filiz Sunar – Istanbul Technical University
- Fabiola Yépez – SELPER México – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León
- Orhan Altan – Istanbul Technical University
- Abraham Ashenif Melese – Jimma University
- Lars Bodum – Aalborg University
- Eliseo Clementini – University of L’Aquila
- Carrion Daniela – Politecnico di Milano
- Eric Guilbert – University Laval
- Nguyen Huong Thi Thanh – Tay Nguyen University
- Okon Inah – UNICAL
- MuraliKrishna Venkata Lyyanki – Chairman ISPRS WG III/9
- Santillan Jojene Rendon – Caraga State University
- Ilya Kuznetsov – Saint Petersburg State University
- Songnian Li – Toronto Metropolitan University
- Scaioni Marco – Politecnico Milano
- Breunig Martin – Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
- Diep Thi Hong Nguyen – College of Environment and Natural Resources, Can Tho University
- Evgeny Panidi – Saint Petersburg State University
- Stouffs Rudi – National University of Singapore
- Shahid Syed Junaid – Saint Louis University
- Ghawana Tarun – Utthan Foundation Dwarka Delhi India
- Kuhn Werner – University of California Santa Barbara
- Alexander Zipf – Heidelberg University
- Amy Karam – Geosalus consulting
- Serkan Kemec – Van Yuzuncu Yil University
- Zahra Dabiri – University of Salzbur
Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Host of the Geoinformation Conference 2025
Mérida is the capital of the State of Yucatán, characterized by its architectural diversity, hospitality, security, and for being one of the main economic centers of the peninsula. According to CEOWORLD magazine, Mérida has been recognized as the safest city in Mexico, and is also among the 30 safest cities in the world in 2024.
accommodation
Accommodation options that have an agreement with the Geoinformation Conference 2025
Prices start at 85 USD* per night ($1700 MXN)
Calle 60 No. 491 Mérida, Yucatán 97000 México
Standard rooms (1-4 guests per room)
Breakfast, WI-FI, on-site restaurant, swimming pool, fitness center and car park
Bookings: https://shorturl.at/fLF27, revenue@hiexpressmerida.com, ventas1@hiexpressmerida.com or Tel. (999) 689 01 94
Indicate code “GEO” when booking and provide the following information: name, name of accompanying person (if applicable), room category and period of accommodation.
Prices start at 105 USD* per night ($2100 MXN)
Calle 24 S/N, Temozón Norte Mérida, Yucatán 97305 México
Standard rooms (1-4 guests per room)
Breakfast, WI-FI, on-site restaurant, fitness center and car park
Bookings: https://shorturl.at/N3YwQ or Tel. (800) 000 04 04
Indicate code “CGI» when booking and provide the following information: name, name of accompanying person (if applicable), room category and period of accomodation.
*Rates per day before taxes
**We recommend booking at least 30 days before the Geoconference
Prices start at 60 USD* per night ($1120 MXN)
Calle 3 No. 218-N-24 Y 60, Xcumpich, 97205 Mérida Yuc.
Standard rooms (1-4 guests per room)
Breakfast, WI-FI, on-site bar and car park
Bookings: mariana.bravo@accor.com or Tel. 999 553 6872 (via call or WhatsApp)
Indicate code “Conferencia de Geoinformación 2025” when booking and provide the following information: name, name of accompanying person (if applicable), room category and period of accommodation
*Rates per day after taxes
**We recommend booking at least 30 days before the Geoconference
Must-see places in Mérida
Walk through Mérida’s Historic Center
Plaza Grande
Park with walkways to explore, benches to sit and enjoy Mérida’s climate, and occasional cultural events.
San Ildefonso Cathedral
16th-century cathedral with Renaissance architecture, the oldest cathedral in Mexico.
Casa de Montejo
Restored 16th-century museum hosting art exhibitions and cultural events.
Monumento a la Patria (Monument to the Fatherland)
Stone monument erected in the mid-20th century to honor the Mexican homeland, sculpted by Colombian artist Rómulo Rozo, on Paseo de Montejo avenue.
Archaeological Zones
Uxamal
Located in the municipality of Santa Elena in the state of Yucatán, Mexico. It is one of the most important Maya archaeological sites.
Chichén Itzá
It is one of the main Maya archaeological sites of the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico. It is a wonder of the world for its cultural richness, its ruins, and its importance as a political and cultural center of the Maya civilization
Natural Areas
Cenotes
Cenotes are deep natural water wells found in the Yucatán Peninsula. It is said that these wells were called ts´onot by the Maya, and their literal meaning is hole or hole in the ground.
Beaches
- Puerto Progreso
The port of Progreso, as a deep-water port, is the main port of Yucatán.
- Puerto Chelem
The port of Chelem is a favorite destination for hundreds of people who want to enjoy beaches and fun on the Yucatecan coast.
As part of the activities surrounding the Geoinformation Conference 2025, SELPER México is pleased to offer eight specialized training courses during the weekend prior to the main event.
These courses are designed to enhance participants’ technical and methodological skills in areas such as remote sensing, GIS, environmental modeling, geosciences, ecology, agriculture, social sciences, and urban studies.
Courses will run on Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (local time), with durations ranging from 6 to 12 hours depending on the topic. All sessions will be held at the ENES Mérida Campus. Kindly note that all training courses will be held in Spanish.
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Training Courses
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22
COURSE 1 – Processing Satellite Imagines for Coastal Monitoring Using SNAP
Instructor: Gustavo Martín Morales
Prior knowledge: Remote sensing
Requirements: N/A
COURSE 2 – LiDAR Data Analysis for Vegetation Structure Mapping Using R
Instructor: Jose Luis Hernández Stefanoni
Prior knowledge: R programing (basic)
Requirements: A
COURSE 3 – Introduction to R for spatial analysis
Instructor: Jean Francois Mas
Prior knowledge: GIS (basic)
Requirements: A
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23
COURSE 4 – Drone with Multispectral sensors
Instructor: Carlos Cruz
Prior knowledge: GIS (basic), Remote Sensing (basic)
Requirements: B
COURSE 5 – Intermediate Course on Geocomputation in R
Instructor: Inder Tecuapetla
Prior knowledge: Package management in R, Programming (basic)
Requirements: A1
COURSE 6 – Participatory Mapping of Local Spatial Knowledge: Methods, Opportunities, and Challenges
Instructor: Michael K. McCall
Prior knowledge: N/A
Requirements: Manual
SATURDAY 22 AND SUNDAY 23, NOVEMBER 23
COURSE 7 – Drone-Based Aerial Photogrammetry: High-Resolution Image Analysis based on machine learning
Instructor: Alexis Antonio Serratos Toscano
Prior knowledge: Mathematics and Statistics (basic), GIS (intermediate), Remote Sensing (basic)
Requirements: B
COURSE 8 – Modeling Land Use and Land Cover Changes Using Dinamica EGO
Instructor: Azucena Pérez Vega
Prior knowledge: GIS (basic), Remote Sensing (intermediate)
Requirements: B1
Requirements and materials
Each course is designed with the assumption that participants have basic knowledge of GIS. However, some courses require specific technical skills and pre-installed software or materials.
Nomenclature:
A: Personal laptop with Windows 10 or 11, at least 8 GB RAM and 20 GB of free storage. R and RStudio must be installed.
A1: Personal laptop with R (version 4.5 or newer) and Git installed. Must include the following libraries: PROJ, GOES, and GDAL.
B: Personal laptop with at least 8 GB RAM, and QGIS installed.
B1: Personal laptop with DINAMICA EGO installed (version 7 or the latest stable release). Download available at: https://csr.ufmg.br/dinamica/
Notes:
– You may register for one or two training courses, as long as their schedules do not overlap.
– All courses have limited capacity. Priority will be given to participants who complete registration and payment.
– Please note that all training courses will take place at the ENES Mérida campus. Make sure to plan your transportation accordingly.
Fees
The training course fee includes certificate of participation, course materials, coffee break and one full meal.
Fee per course: $500 MXN | $30 USD
You may pay via electronic bank transfer or PayPal.
Bank details:
Bank Institución Name: BBVA México, S.A., institución de Banca Múltiple, Grupo Financiero BBVA México.
Account Holder: Fabiola Doracely Yépez Rincón
RFC (mexican tax ID): YERF7503139U1
Bank Account Number: 046 921 5786
CLABE (domestic transfers): 0126 0100 4692 157864
SWIFT code (international transfers): BCMRMXMMPYM
Registration form
Registration
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/7BMjM5q4TBXt9EJbA
Registration Deadline: November 14
For questions or comments, feel free to contact us via:
📩 selper.mx@gmail.com
Facebook: SELPER Mexico
Instagram: @selpermx
TOURS
Experience community-based tourism in Yucatán with Co’ox Mayab
Co’ox Mayab is a union of 10 cooperative societies committed to the practice of responsible, supportive, fair and conscious tourism by bringing together the diversity of cultural and nature activities that can you can find in Yucatán.
What is community-based tourism?
In this model, local population plays a central role in the control, execution and management of tourism activities. By traveling with Co’ox Mayab, you contribute to the economy of 250 rural families and the conservation of more than 5000 hectares of natural areas.
Learn more about the tours that Co’ox Mayab has prepared for the Conference on Geoinformation!
Saturday, November 29th
Eco-Tour Sabor a miel y coco (Honey and coconut flavor)
Learn about honey production in Sinanché, tour the mangrove swamp in a gondola-style canoe, and cool off in a spring that doubles as a freshwater reservoir. At the end of the day you can rest in the beautiful beach of San Crisanto where the sunset paints the sky on the horizon over the sea.
November 29th and 30th (Saturday and Sunday)
Maravillas del Mayab (Wonders of the Mayab)
Discover the wonders of the Mayans in this unique tour. Depart from Mérida to visit the great Chichén Itzá, one of the new 7 wonders of the world and cool off in the incredible Yokdzonot cenote.
*Please note: This package does not include the entrance fee and guided tour at the Uxmal Archaeological Zone, nor the entrance fee for the ChocoStory Museum at Uxmal.
Sunday, November 30th
Uxmal and Cenote Yaal Utsil
Discover the wonders of the Mayans in this unique tour. Depart from Mérida to visit the Uxmal Archaeological Zone. After the visit, refresh yourself in the incredible Yaal Utsil cenote and visit a local house where your can taste regional cuisine.
*Please note: The price of this package does not include the entrance fee and guided tour for the Uxmal Archaeological Zone, nor the entrance fee for the ChocoStory Museum at Uxmal.
Click HERE to learn more about the different tours
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Meet the Keynote Speakers
We are honored to welcome world-class experts, our keynote speakers, who will guide us through the latest innovations in the world of geoinformation. Their invaluable knowledge and experience will not only enrich our congress but also inspire new solutions for the most pressing challenges of our time. Get ready for a week of learning, collaboration, and discovery.
GEO-INFORMATION FOR DISASTER MANAGEMENT
DEREN LI
Professor Li is a distinguished academic, a member of both the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and a leading voice in the development of geomatics, mobile mapping, and machine learning in spatial information. His vision has driven technological advancements that are now transforming how we interact with the world.
Professor Deren Li is globally recognized for his pioneering contributions to photogrammetry, remote sensing, and geographic information systems (GIS).
In 2024, he was awarded China’s most prestigious national science and technology prize. He has also received international honors, such as being named an Honorary Member of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) in 2012, the highest distinction the organization bestows.
ORHAN ALTAN
From Turkey, we are honored by the presence of Dr. Orhan Altan, a distinguished academic and internationally renowned civil engineer, recognized for his contributions in:
- Digital photogrammetry
- Spatial information systems
- Risk and disaster management
Dr. Altan is a prolific author, a visiting professor at universities worldwide, and has held positions of great leadership, including the Presidency of ISPRS and directorships at ICSU.
ALIK ISMAIL-ZADEH
Professor Ismail-Zadeh is a leading global figure, known for his scientific contributions and tireless work in international cooperation.
His work focuses on understanding the dynamic processes of the Earth’s mantle and lithosphere, with direct applications in the study of phenomena like seismology, volcanology, and geo-hazards.
He has held highly influential positions in key scientific organizations. He was the first Secretary of the International Science Council (ISC) and Secretary-General of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG).
He currently chairs the Scientific Committee of the Integrated Research on Disaster Risk (IRDR) program, a joint initiative of the ISC and the UNDRR. His work is fundamental to promoting science in the service of society and disaster management.
He is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Chicxulub Research and Advanced Studies Center in Mérida, which adds a special value to his participation in the conference.
Educational Workshops for Central America and the Caribbean
MARÍA ANTONIA GARCÍA
Dr. García, a prominent educator and researcher in geoinformation, has been fundamental in promoting geospatial literacy in Latin America. Her work focuses on integrating Geographic Information Systems (GIS) into education, from elementary school to university, through innovative methodologies and curricula.
As the president of SELPER’s Education Committee, she has led the promotion of remote sensing and GIS, strengthening collaboration and the community in the region. Her work highlights the potential of geospatial technology for sustainable development and decision-making.
LUZ ANGELA ROCHA
A prominent educator and researcher with a long career in the application of geospatial technologies. Her work focuses on the development of innovative tools and methodologies for teaching geomatics and remote sensing.
One of her greatest achievements is her work as president of SELPER’s Colombia Chapter. Under her leadership, the chapter has actively promoted research, development, and dissemination of geoinformation in the country, strengthening the community of specialists and fostering collaboration between institutions. Her commitment to education and science has been fundamental in inspiring new generations of professionals in the field.
FABIOLA YÉPEZ RINCÓN
Dr. Fabiola Yépez Rincón is a prominent environmental sciences engineer, researcher, and academic. She is the President of SELPER México and also the Head of the Department of Geomatics at UANL. Her leadership has been recognized with the prestigious 2024 Tec Woman Award in the Environment category.
Her work focuses on climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and using geospatial technologies like remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and drone technology (UAV) for decision-making.
Dr. Yépez Rincón is also dedicated to education and capacity building, promoting the use of science to address social and environmental issues such as water management and infrastructure assessment.
XXVI SELPER NATIONAL CONGRESS
JEAN FRANCOIS MAS
Dr. Jean-François Mas is a Principal Investigator C at the Center for Research in Environmental Geography (CIGA) at UNAM and an authority in the field of remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS). With a Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and Tropical Ecology, he is a Level 3 scientist in the National System of Researchers and has published more than 80 articles in international journals.
His work has been fundamental for monitoring changes in land cover and use using satellite imagery. His research has not only generated crucial information for environmental decision-making but has also promoted the use of open-source tools for spatial analysis. Furthermore, his work as an educator has been exceptional, having supervised more than 29 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral theses.
AZUCENA PÉREZ VEGA
Dr. Azucena Pérez Vega is a full-time professor and researcher at the University of Guanajuato. Her work focuses on modeling changes in land cover and land use and their relationship with environmental degradation. She is recognized for her expertise in using geoinformation to understand the complex impact of these changes on water availability in the context of climate change.
In addition, her research goes beyond analysis and is geared toward problem-solving. Dr. Pérez Vega has led sustainable production projects designed to mitigate deforestation and forest degradation, demonstrating how geospatial science can be a fundamental tool for sustainable development and environmental conservation.
ORGANIZING INSTITUTIONS
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