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Prof. Dr. Yichun Xie

Professor of Geographic Information Systems and Director of CEITA · Department of Geography and Geology · Eastern Michigan University

Academic focus & active research

Prof. Xie leads the Center for Entrepreneurship, Informatics, and Technology Applications, utilizing satellite remote sensing and spatial agent-based models to simulate land-use transitions.

Spatial Econometrics Urban Growth Cellular Automata Remote Sensing Environmental Modeling Watershed Hydrology

Supervision & prospective applicants

Scholars preparing thesis research, graduate admissions, or collaborative inquiries at Eastern Michigan University should consult the department directory for current lab openings, funding availability, and research prerequisites.

Department / Faculty
Department of Geography and Geology
Primary Field
Spatial Econometrics
Campus Location
Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States

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