This book contributes to the advancement of scientific knowledge by demonstrating how geospatial technologies can support more effective coastal planning and management. These technologies, such as remote sensing, GIS, and GNSS, play a vital role in monitoring coastal ecosystems and offer powerful tools for data collection, analysis, visualization, and decision-making. They enhance the understanding of coastal needs and enable more informed and sustainable management strategies.

Intended for scientists, professionals, researchers, planners, students, and the general public, the book promotes a deeper understanding of how geospatial tools address contemporary coastal challenges. It also emphasizes inclusive decision-making and supports the development of strategies for sustainable socio-ecological coastal systems.

The book is structured into six parts. Part One introduces the fundamentals of remote sensing, including sensor networks, satellite systems, aerial imaging, photogrammetry, and air photo interpretation. Part Two covers key GIS concepts, data analysis, database management, digital image processing, and participatory GIS. Part Three explores GNSS and GPS techniques. Part Four discusses the application of geospatial tools in coastal ecological monitoring and management. Part Five presents real-world case studies and field narratives that explore a range of topics, including climatic trend analysis, shoreline dynamics modelling, mangrove canopy health, coastal land use and land cover changes, land surface temperature variations, ecological transformations, mangrove-human conflicts, climate adaptation strategies, the management of climate gaps, spatial considerations in coastal zone management, and the role of climate communication in shaping coastal narratives. And finally, Part Six examines the evolving nature of coastal research, highlighting the role of GIScience in transdisciplinary approaches and strategic decision-making.

Combines fundamentals of geospatial technologies with real-world case studies related to coastal management Covers cutting-edge concepts and approaches such as participatory GIS and machine learning Useful for a wide audience including students, academics, planners, and GIS practitioners

Autorentext

Kousik Das Malakar is a socio-ecological geographer and GIS analyst. Currently work as a senior research fellow (doctoral) in the Department of Geography, School of Basic Sciences, Central University of Haryana, India. He holds a master's degree in social science geography from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in New Delhi, as well as a bachelor's degree in social science geography from Vidyasagar University in Medinipur. In his research area, Mr. Malakar has attended over 150 conferences/workshops/seminars/webinars and has published books and research articles in national and international journals. He has received numerous certifications from the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) in Dehradun, the Geological Survey of India (GSI) in Hyderabad, and the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) in New Delhi for his ability to participate in and acquirement of research ideas and knowledge. He is an active journal reviewer and a member of the Human Development and Capability Association (US), the Unequal World (US), and the International Society for Urban Health (US). Climate crisis, socio-ecological systems (governance and security), socio-ecological transformation, coastal society, environments, sustainability, sustainable thinking, disaster studies, and geospatial technologies are among his research interests. Supriya Roy is a GIS analyst and socio-environmental geographer. She holds a master's degree in social science geography from the Department of Geography, Institute of Humanities & Social Sciences, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, as well as a double bachelor's degree in social science geography from the University of Gour Banga and Vidyasagar College of Education, West Bengal (India). In her field of research, she has participated in more than 100 workshops/ seminars/ conferences/webinars, along with contributing research articles to both national and international journals. She has been awarded multiple certifications from NIDM (New Delhi) and IIRS (Dehradun) for her active participation in research and the acquisition of knowledge and research ideas. Her research interests encompass a diverse range of topics, including coastal indigenous communities, anthropo-environmental conflicts, climate justice, climate migration, society and politics, participatory policy planning, and the applications of geographic information science.

Inhalt

Chapter 1: Remote Sensing Essentials: An Introductory Overview.- Chapter 2: Sensor Networks and Satellite Systems: Tools for Earth Observation.- Chapter 3: Aerial Imaging and Photogrammetry: Techniques and Applications.- Chapter 4: Geodesy and Air Photo Interpretation: Principles and Tools for Spatial Analysis.- Chapter 5: Geographic Information Systems: The Basics and Beyond.- Chapter 6: Practical Approaches to GIS Data Analysis.- Chapter 7: Database Management System: Foundations and Practices.- Chapter 8: Digital Imaging: Processing and Analysis.- Chapter 9: Participatory GIS: A Solution to Traditional GIS Challenges.- Chapter 10: Global Navigation Satellite Systems: An Introductory Guide.- Chapter 11: GPS 101: Introduction to Global Positioning System.- Chapter 12: GPS for All: Challenges and Future Directions.- Chapter 13: Coastal Socio-ecological Systems: GIScience in Monitoring and Management.- Chapter 14: Integrating GIScience in Coastal Policy: A Socio-Ecological Perspective.- Chapter 15: Monitoring and Management of Coastal Ecologies in India: Community Narratives through PGIS.- Chapter 16: Geospatial Technologies in Coastal Ecologies Monitoring and Management on the Bengal Coast: Case Studies and Best Practices.- Chapter 17: Advancing Coastal Research: Integration of GIScience for Transdisciplinary Solutions and Strategic Decision-Making.