The Joint Center for Geographic Information Systems and Spatial
Analysis (GISSA) consists of faculty from the Department
of Geography and School
of Planning, in collaboration with faculty from other academic
units, such as Architecture, Business School, Biology, Computer Science,
Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health, Institute of Policy
Research, College of Medicine, College of Business Administration, and
College of Education.
The objectives of the Center are:
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To maintain an advanced technological environment
for teaching, research and consultation in GIS and spatial analysis.
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To provide training programs for GIS users,
managers, executives and public officials.
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To provide consulting services for the application
of GIS and spatial analysis in environmental studies, urban and
regional planning, and locational analysis for government and
business.
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To promote coordination of GIS activities at University
of Cincinnati with GIS networks being established by local
governments and utility companies in the Greater Cincinnati region.
