Geography : Science World Report

Oct 14, 2016 04:50 AM EDT

TanDEM-X and TerraSAR-X Completed 3D Map of the Earth: People Can Now Be Seen From Space Up-Close

After 5 years of orbiting the Earth, TanDEM-X and TerraSAR-X satellites, produced a stereoscopic pictures of the planet. A new 3D image of the Earth has been completed. Mountain peaks, plateaus and even the shores of the Bahamas can now be viewed with an accuracy of one meter.

Aug 26, 2015 03:23 PM EDT

Dust in Your House May Reveal Where You Live and About Your Family

Scientists have taken a closer look at household dust and have found that it may be able to predict not only the geographic region of a given home, but the gender ratio of the occupants and the presence of a pet, as well.

Mar 23, 2015 10:19 AM EDT

Archivists Unearth Rare Copy of a Map that 'Changed the World'

Scientists have unearthed a rare early copy of William Smith's 1815 Geological Map of England and Wales that represents the first ever geological map of a nation ever produced.

Feb 09, 2015 09:44 PM EST

Study Examines Geographical Information On Vitamin D Levels, Sunlight

New research published in the journal Environment International studies data on sunlight and vitamin D levels via geographical information. Researchers at the University of Exeter Medical School found that those who live closer to the coast in England get higher levels of vitamin D--a crucial compon...