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UN satellite image analysis – continuity is key to success
GEO-X, Side Event by Secure World Foundation – 13 January 2014
2Introduction to UNOSAT
Continuity
Thematic
Temporal
Quality
Innovation
3Introduction to UNOSAT
About UNOSAT
UNOSAT is the Operational Satellite Applications Programme of the UN Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) – entirely dedicated to researching and applying solutions in satellite imagery analysis, mapping and capacity development
A mature UN centre of excellence with global outreach supported by a network of partners worldwide
Since 2003, operational in over 280 emergencies & conflicts
4Introduction to UNOSAT
MAPPINGResearch, Analysis &
Applications
IN-FIELDTechnical Support
and Capacity Development
PROJECTS & METHODOLOGYTraining, Design,
Knowledge
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UNOSAT - AREAS OF OUTPUT
Humanitarian Aid and Relief Coordination
Crisis & Situational Mapping
Damage assessment
Human Security
Monitoring
Human Rights
Safety and Security
Territorial Planning and Monitoring
Capacity Development & Technical Assistance
In-country project development
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UNOSAT integrated response model for humanitarian relief and development
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8UNOSAT Rapid Mapping 2012
9Introduction to UNOSAT
Videos
Short overview of rapid mapping
Examples of the importance of continuity
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15Introduction to UNOSAT
Video
Capacity development for Disaster Risk Reduction: IGAD
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16 terabytes of data stored at CERN Computer Centre – benefiting from economies of scale (100 petabytes at CERN), i.e. UNOSAT share: 1/6000
10 gigabit/second bandwidth
IT-support and server hosting
Virtual machines in CERN-cloud
Computer security
Research environment, collaboration
Powered by CERN IT
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“UNOSAT’s work and its ability to directly improve the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable and threatened people is a unique resource”
Antonio Guterres, UN High Commissioner for Refugees
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