Gernot Nikolaus

Projects

Flood Vulnerability in Punjab, Pakistan: A Geospatial Analysis and Cartographic Approach

The primary objectives of this research are to assess flood vulnerability in Punjab, Pakistan, with a developed Flood Vulnerability Index (I). Furthermore, different cartographic visualization techniques are used to present flood vulnerability and are evaluated in user testing (II). An atlas is compiled, presenting the results for a broader audience, and a digital product is developed (III). To achieve these goals, open access data is collected and processed in a GIS environment. The Analytical Hierarchy Process is combined with geospatial analysis and overlay analysis to generate flood vulnerability maps. Different cartographic approaches are visualized with the outcome of the analytical part, and tested with users from the general public and climate risk analysts. The maps are enhanced based on the feedback; all results of the master thesis, values, and visualizations are compiled into an atlas, featuring maps, figures, and tables.

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12WeekGeoChallenge

Inspired by the 30DayMapChallenge, friends and I created our own 12WeekGeoChallenge, where we have one week to create a map on a specific topic. I mostly used ArcGIS Pro, as well as the Affinity suit for drawing and creating own symbols etc.

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Medieval-Castles in the region of Salzburg

The interactive map of castles in the Salzburg region offers a fascinating insight into the region’s medieval history. While exploring the map, users can switch between different centuries, from the 9th to the 16th century, to see when each castle was built. This feature provides a chronological understanding of the construction and development of castles in the region, illustrating strategic and architectural development over time. Moving into the 21st century provides a contemporary perspective, showing which castles have stood the test of time and remained intact, and which have fallen into ruin. This feature not only highlights the enduring legacy of these historic structures, but also provides insight into their current state of preservation. Data is not complete. The map was prepared for academic purposes. No responsibility is taken for the accuracy of the data.

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