Mark Altaweel

About the Author

Mark Altaweel is a Reader in Near Eastern Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London, having held previous appointments and joint appointments at the University of Chicago, University of Alaska, and Argonne National Laboratory. Mark has an undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Masters and PhD degrees from the University of Chicago’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations.

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Spatial Analysis

Mapping Changes in Air Pollution During the Coronavirus Pandemic

April 1, 2020By Mark AltaweelSpatial Analysis

Satellite imagery also confirms many countries are seeing a strong downward trend in air pollution during the coronavirus outbreak.

Geolocation Data, Geofencing Warrants, and Crime

March 26, 2020By Mark AltaweelGIS Industry

With most adults carrying mobile devices that have GPS tracking capabilities, mapping our movements has never been easier.

Geotargeting by Advertisers and Government Agencies

February 25, 2020By Mark AltaweelGIS Industry

Geotargeting by advertisers, which is the practice of sending advertisement based on location, has gained increased importance for companies marketing their product in recent years.

Mapping the Universe

February 18, 2020By Mark AltaweelSpatial Analysis

New satellite technology achieved in in the last decade are helping scientists to more accurately map the universe.

Using GIS to Map and Track Vandalism

February 11, 2020By Mark AltaweelGIS Industry

GIS is being used to better understand current and potentially future patterns of vandalism.

Using GIS to Assess the Impact of Electric Cars

February 5, 2020By Mark AltaweelGIS Industry

GIS and spatial analysis may help find some practical solutions for electric vehicle charging.

GIS and Migrant Deaths in the United States

January 27, 2020By Mark AltaweelMaps and Cartography

Spatial analysis and GIS is being used in the study of migrant deaths to not only better track routes taken but also use results from research to limit deaths and danger to migrants.

Mapping Epidemics

January 22, 2020By Mark AltaweelMaps and Cartography

Forecasting the spread of viruses and mapping potential epidemics is gaining important attention in the medical community.

Mapping Australia’s Bushfires

January 14, 2020By Mark AltaweelMaps and Cartography

Tools based on near-real time data from satellites, such as those used by Australia or developed by NASA, have great utility in monitoring existing fires while giving the public near real-time monitoring.