November 20, 2013

In the Spotlight

Geospatial data project will let almost anyone put almost anything on the map

A powerful Web-based system to probe geospatial data for purposes ranging from predicting damaging floods to projecting climate change effects on the poor is the goal of Purdue researchers in a new National Science Foundation-funded project that should help address pressing issues in the U.S. and around the globe.

In the image: In a satellite image of flooding on the Wabash River between Lafayette and West Lafayette in 2013, variations in the wavelengths of light reflected from the surface highlight the extent of water and features such as vegetation and bare ground.

Faculty and staff news

All-campus holiday reception scheduled for Dec. 3

Purdue faculty and staff are invited to join President Mitch Daniels for an all-campus holiday open house and reception on Dec. 3 in the Ballrooms of Purdue Memorial Union. The event will be held 4:30-5:30 p.m. Those who would like to attend are welcome to drop in at any time during that hour.

Safety tips for campus drivers

This is part of a series of articles discussing safety and security for the Purdue West Lafayette campus.

General News

Award winner: Income to become dominant driver of global food system

Per capita income is set to eclipse population growth as the dominant driver of change in the global food system, says Thomas Hertel, a distinguished professor and inaugural winner of a University research award.

Earth, atmospheric and planetary sciences alumnus gift creates first endowed chair

Stephen R. Brand, a Purdue earth, atmospheric and planetary sciences alumnus, and his wife, Karen, have given a gift to create the department's first endowed chair.

Purdue joins Smart Grid Consumer Collaborative

Purdue's Energy Center in Discovery Park announced Tuesday (Nov. 19) its affiliate membership in Smart Grid Consumer Collaborative (SGCC).

Purdue sports

Purdue football to meet Illinois

Game notes are available to preview the Purdue-Illinois football matchup at noon Saturday (Nov. 23) at Ross-Ade Stadium.

For more information on Purdue sports, go to www.purduesports.com.

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