Applying GIS to Public Health Research
Posted by University of Pennsylvania on March 14, 2016
2016 Summer Institute
GIS and Public health
Applying Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to Public Health Research, Practice, and Public Policy
Date: June 1-3, 2016
By the end of the 3-day Institute, participants will be able to:
- Understand a broad range of ways that Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be applied to public health research, practice, and public policy
- Critically analyze maps and research results developed using GIS
- Learn how to create and analyze thematic maps, geocode addresses, and conduct basic queries
- Implement a variety of field data collection methods used in GIS such as handheld GPS technology
- Develop individual research agendas which incorporate GIS methods
Please visit our website for more information.
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