Conference Themes

Pre Conference Tutorial

  1. Introduction to Geodesy

    Overview of Earth’s shape, reference surfaces, and coordinate systems, geoid, ellipsoid, WGS-84, and Indian Mean Sea Level, understanding reference frames and the basics of GNSS and its applications.

  2. Adjustment Computations in Geodetic Networks

    Basics of least squares adjustment and simple models used in geodesy, introduction to practical examples for handling observational data and datum definition

  3. UAVs and Integration of Sensors

    Understanding UAV platforms for mapping and surveying, integration of optical, LiDAR, and GNSS sensors for precise 3D data collection and modelling.

  4. Fundamentals of InSAR and Its Geodetic Applications

    Introduction to SAR and InSAR principles, data, and basic processing steps, applications in ground deformation, crustal motion, and environmental monitoring.

  5. Space Geodetic Techniques

    Overview of modern space geodetic methods used to measure Earth’s shape and motion, highlighting their roles in reference frame realization and Earth system science.

  6. Emerging Tools and Techniques in Geodesy

    Introduction to data-driven geodesy, applications of data science and machine learning in GNSS, InSAR, and deformation studies.

Conference Themes

  1. Reference Frames and Precise Positioning

    • Global and Regional Reference Frames: Realization, Maintenance, and Transformation
    • Advances in GNSS, PPP, and Multi-GNSS Integration
    • Ionospheric and Tropospheric Modelling for High-Precision Positioning
    • National Geodetic Reference Frame Modernization and its Applications

  2. Space Geodetic and Observation Techniques

    • Integration of VLBI, SLR, DORIS, and GNSS for Global Geodesy
    • SAR and InSAR for Surface Deformation and Hazard Mapping - with focus on the NISAR Mission
    • Satellite and Coastal Altimetry for Ocean, Hydrology, and Inland Water Studies
    • Synergistic Use of Space Geodetic Sensors for Earth Observation

  3. Earth’s Gravity Field, Geoid, and Vertical Datum

    • Satellite Gravity Missions (GRACE, GRACE-FO, GOCE) and Mass Transport Studies
    • Terrestrial, Airborne, and Marine Gravimetry for Geoid Modelling
    • Unification of Vertical Datums and Height Systems
    • Applications of Gravity Field Models in Hydrology, Cryosphere, and Geodynamics

  4. Earth System Dynamics and Environmental Monitoring

    • Crustal Deformation, Plate Tectonics, and Seismic Hazard Assessment
    • Sea-Level Variability, Coastal Deformation, and Climate Change Studies
    • Land Subsidence, Groundwater Depletion, and Urban Dynamics
    • Geodetic Contributions to Climate and Environmental Change Monitoring

  5. Geospatial Technologies, Data Science, and Integration

    • LiDAR, UAVs, and Drone Mapping for 3D Geospatial Modelling
    • AI/ML and Big Data Analytics for Geodetic and Earth Observation Data
    • Cloud and Open-Source Platforms for Data Processing and Visualization
    • Integrated Geodetic Networks, Smart Sensors, and Real-Time Systems

  6. GNSS and its Applications

    • Advanced GNSS Techniques: PPP, RTK, and Multi-Constellation Solutions
    • GNSS-Based Monitoring for Infrastructure, Surveying, and Mapping
    • GNSS Reflectometry and Integration with Remote Sensing for Environmental Studies
    • Emerging Trends in GNSS Augmentation, Integrity, and Real-Time Applications

  7. Capacity Building, Policy, and Societal Impact

    • Geodesy for Infrastructure, Energy, and Natural Resource Management
    • Geospatial Systems for Land Administration, Smart Cities, and Urban Planning
    • Disaster Risk Reduction and Early Warning through Geodetic Observations
    • Education, Training, and Capacity Building in Modern Geodesy