by Barbaree | Jul 2, 2012 | Featured Content, GIS Happenings
We are delighted to announce the official launch of our new publishing division, Carte Diem Press! We publish textbooks that focus on bringing geography and technology into the classroom in new and innovative ways. Our titles focus on the latest technologies (Going...
by Barbaree | Jul 1, 2012 | Featured Content, GIS Happenings, Our Blog
GEOPORT: A Community, An Educator and the Maps that Make a Difference GEOPORT is a program whereby professional geospatial educators will travel to communities around the world for extended periods to work hand-in-hand with community members and use geospatial...
by Barbaree | May 30, 2012 | Free Resources, GIS Happenings, Our Blog
The huge volcanic crater that makes up much of Yellowstone may have seen more so-called super-eruptions than previously thought, a new study says. What\’s more, Yellowstone\’s super eruptions may be slightly less super than suspected—but still strong...
by Barbaree | May 29, 2012 | Free Resources, GIS Happenings, Our Blog
The space-based technology that lets GPS-equipped motorists constantly update their precise location will undergo a major test of its ability to rapidly pinpoint the location and magnitude of strong earthquakes across the western United States. Results from the new...
by Barbaree | May 22, 2012 | Free Resources, GIS Happenings, Our Blog
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is in the midst of awarding $360 million in federal stimulus grants for research in this area. Traditionally, geothermal energy has been associated with regions of intense volcanic or hydrothermal activity, like Iceland, which...
by Barbaree | May 17, 2012 | Free Resources, GIS Happenings, Our Blog
Eclipse-chasers have been known to plan their expeditions months or even years in advance, but if you can get to the western United States, there\’s still plenty of time to plan your party for this month\’s solar eclipse. If the skies are clear, all you...
