Lebanese University, Facuty of Letters and Human Science - Branch 2

LU-FLHS | November 16, 2023 | 09:30 - 12:30

GIS DAY - Celebrating GIS Professionals

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Lebanese University, Facuty of Letters and Human Science - Branch 2


Reflecting on the success of our recent GIS Day event, hosted by The Lebanese University, Faculty of Letters and Human Science - Branch 2 - Fanar, in collaboration with Esri Lebanon, we are thrilled to share the highlights of an enlightening day themed 'Celebrating GIS Professionals.' From delving into the evolution of GIS and its applications in transportation, education, and climate change, the event showcased the transformative impact of geospatial technology.

Continuing the exploration, participants delved into the significance of historical research facilitated by GIS and gained insights into addressing forest fire risks. This captivating journey into the world of geospatial technology marked a collective celebration of GIS professionals and their contributions to diverse fields.

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9:30-10:00

Participants checking in

10:00-10:15

(LU Anthem / Opening and welcome notes: Prof. Samar Sakr / Head of Geography Department: Dr. Colette Abi Fadel / ESRI Lebanon Senior Manager: Mrs. Gretta Kelzi / Director of the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences 2: Prof. Hend Rammouz / Dean of the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences: Prof. Hiba Chendeb)

10:15-10:30

The use of GIS in transportation (Captain Eng. Hassan Abou Daher : Directorate of Geographical Affairs at Lebanese Army forces & Master Student at the Faculty of Engineering)

10:30-10:45

GIS in teaching (Mrs. Laure Harb : Geography Teacher)

10:45-11:00

GIS and climate change (Jennifer Mdawar & Larita Kordab : School Students (NDMC Alumni))

11:00-11:15

ESRI Lebanon technical demo (Eng. Mohamad Fneich: Lead Solutions and Products at ESRI Lebanon)

11:15-11:30

GIS - Based Study on the Significance of Historical Research (Prof. Pierre Moukarzel & Prof. Jean Doumit : Professors at Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences 2 - Geospatial lab)

11:30-11:45

GIS - Based Study of Anomalous Magnetism and Its Association with Ferrous Minerals in Lebanon (Charbel Rouhana: Geography Student at Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences 2 - Geospatial lab)

11:45-12:00

Determining forest fire risks based on geographic information systems in Keserwan - Al-Futouh (Mouhamed Amro: Itihad balidiyet Keserwane and Master Student in Geography)

12:00-12:15

GIS-based morphometric analysis for determination of Kadisha river basin hillslope evolution. (Fabienne Youssef: Doctorate Student)

12:15-12:30

Awards from ESRI + Cutting the cake

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