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Practitioner’s hands and academic eyes : a practical approach to improving disaster preparedness and response

Creator:: Thompson, Wiley C.
Abstract:: This dissertation primarily uses observations made during the 2005 Kashmir earthquake relief effort and available disaster literature to address problems that impede effective and efficient disaster preparedness and response. Three manuscripts form the body of the dissertation. The manuscripts are thematically linked through the Emergency Management Cycle. Each manuscript examines...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: approved: A. Jon Kimerling This dissertation primarily uses observations made during

A per-segment approach to improving aspen mapping from remote sensing imagery and its implications at different scales

Creator:: Heyman, Ofer
Abstract:: A per-segment classification system was developed to map aspen (Populus tremuloides) stands on Winter Ridge in central Oregon from remote sensing imagery. A 1-meter color infrared (CIR) image was segmented based on its hue and saturation values to generate aspen "candidates", which were then classified to show aspen coverage according...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The application of spatial data analysis and visualization in the development of landscape indicators to assess stream conditions

Creator:: Buckley, Aileen R.
Abstract:: The main theme of this research is the application of geographic techniques in a study involving environmental monitoring and analysis of the associations between landscape and in-stream characteristics in the Pacific Northwest. The geographic techniques used in this study include (1) geographic information systems (GIS) coupled with statistical analysis and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: of two manuscripts. Dr. A. Jon Kimerling was involved in the design of the last manuscript

The visualization of perspective systems and iconology in Dürer’s cartographic works : an in-depth analysis using multiple methodological approaches

Creator:: Wörz, Adèle Lorraine
Abstract:: This dissertation uses a new methodological approach for an in-depth analysis of three cartographic works. Studies within the discipline of the history of cartography have followed various methodologies throughout the past century. This dissertation argues that in order to come to a more complete understanding of how maps were produced...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : __________________________________________________________________ A. Jon Kimerling This dissertation uses a new methodological approach for an in-depth analysis

Land cover change along the Willamette River, Oregon

Creator:: Oetter, Doug Rudolph, 1962-
Abstract:: The Willamette River and its floodplain in northwest Oregon have changed dramatically since European settlement. At one time, the river was a vast complex system of braided channels with a broad floodplain forest; it has now been simplified by channelization and dams, and the forest has been removed to support...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The effects of land use changes on forest fires in major islands of Indonesia

Creator:: Lumban-Tobing, Pago L.
Abstract:: The study examines the effect of forest clearance on fire occurrences in major islands of Indonesia, namely: Borneo, Sumatra, Sulawesi and Irian Jaya. The working hypothesis of the study is that forest clearing is a necessary predecessor for extensive fires to occur. The study is designed to test the idea...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Effects of scale properties on biodiversity mapping in Oregon

Creator:: Kennelly, Patrick J., (Patrick Joseph)
Abstract:: The effect of scale is an important concern in mapping of biodiversity. Scale issues include the grid cell size used for analysis and the effect of the extent and internal boundaries. Because biodiversity analysis involves combinatorial processes, determining the proper scale is data dependent and cannot be predicted from the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Gender differences in learning physical science concepts : does computer animation help equalize them?

Creator:: Jacek, Laura Lee
Abstract:: This dissertation details an experiment designed to identify gender differences in learning using three experimental treatments: animation, static graphics, and verbal instruction alone. Three learning presentations were used in testing of 332 university students. Statistical analysis was performed using ANOVA, binomial tests for differences of proportion, and descriptive statistics. Results...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Aspen age structure and stand conditions on elk winter range in the northern Yellowstone ecosystem

Creator:: Larsen, Eric J.
Abstract:: Aerial photographs and field sampling were used to compare aspen (Populus tremuloides) age structure and stand conditions on elk winter range in the northern Yellowstone ecosystem. The elk winter ranges studied were the northern range in Yellowstone National Park (YNP) and the Gallatin National Forest and the Sunlight/Crandall elk winter...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami : tourism impacts and recovery progress in Thailand’s marine national parks

Creator:: Meprasert, Somrudee
Abstract:: The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami raised concern among marine park managers and hazard mitigation professionals about the significant impact of major coastal hazards on marine park natural resources and ecosystems. The main reason for this concern is the strong linkage of marine parks and their rich assortment of ecosystem services...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: indebted to my co-advisor, Dr. Gordon Matzke, and to my committee members: Dr. A. Jon Kimerling, Dr. Jan

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Practitioner’s hands and academic eyes : a practical approach to improving disaster preparedness and response

A per-segment approach to improving aspen mapping from remote sensing imagery and its implications at different scales

The application of spatial data analysis and visualization in the development of landscape indicators to assess stream conditions

The visualization of perspective systems and iconology in Dürer’s cartographic works : an in-depth analysis using multiple methodological approaches

Land cover change along the Willamette River, Oregon

The effects of land use changes on forest fires in major islands of Indonesia

Effects of scale properties on biodiversity mapping in Oregon

Gender differences in learning physical science concepts : does computer animation help equalize them?

Aspen age structure and stand conditions on elk winter range in the northern Yellowstone ecosystem

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami : tourism impacts and recovery progress in Thailand’s marine national parks

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