Geospatial Information Research

The Geospatial Information Research Division conducts research on policies, plans, technologies, and methods to facilitate the efficient production, utilization, and analysis of geospatial information. The division is a leader in research and development of geospatial information and technology, which provides a foundation for the creation of values in an advanced society and produces geospatial information applicable to related policies.
The focus of research lies in the following areas: National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) plans and policies; analysis of the spatial data market; strategies for developing spatial data technologies; special decision support system; smart city; and the globalization of spatial data technologies.
The division regularly hosts international seminars on the topics listed above.