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GEOAI FOR FUTURE EARTH

ISPRS STEP Summer School

Discover how geospatial science, artificial intelligence and Earth Observation technologies are transforming climate resilience, resource management and sustainable development.

ISRO AI EO

Sessions by experts from ISRO, Academia and Industry

Main Event 17th – 21st

October 2026

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GEO AI
Climate AI
Satellite Data
Earth Analytics
Smart Forecasting
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Included Participation Certificate
About the Program

Transforming Earth intelligence through GeoAI innovation

A multidisciplinary learning experience connecting geospatial science, remote sensing, artificial intelligence and sustainability.

GeoAIβ€”the convergence of geospatial science and artificial intelligenceβ€”is transforming how we observe, understand and manage the Earth system.

In the face of Future Earth challenges such as climate change, water stress, food security, biodiversity loss and rapid urbanisation, GeoAI enables scalable and data-driven insights by integrating satellite remote sensing, in-situ measurements and socio-economic data streams.

The rapid expansion of Earth Observation datasets offers unprecedented analytical potential, while creating a need for advanced AI frameworks for efficient interpretation, forecasting and decision support.

Emerging technologies including Vision Transformers, self-supervised learning, foundation models, spatiotemporal graph neural networks and physics-informed neural networks are redefining modern GeoAI methodologies.

Cloud-native geospatial platforms, data cubes, multimodal learning, generative AI and explainable AI now enable seamless data fusion, large-scale modelling and near-real-time analytics.

GeoAI will play a pivotal role in strengthening resilience, improving climate risk assessment and supporting adaptive resource management for a sustainable Future Earth.

Real-World Impact

GeoAI Applications

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Disaster Risk Reduction

Hazard detection and rapid response modelling.

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Hydrological Forecasting

Flood, drought and water-system intelligence.

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Crop Monitoring

Crop health, yield and food-security analytics.

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Urban Climate Analysis

Heat-island and urban resilience assessment.

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Carbon Accounting

Emission monitoring and ecosystem assessment.

Program Information

Everything you need to prepare and participate

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Program Fee

Participation Fee

International Student Complete program package
$100
Indian Student Complete program package
β‚Ή10,000

Includes tuition, accommodation, meals, study material and certificate.

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Schedule

Important Dates

1st July – 5th August 2026

Registration and document verification

31st August 2026

Communication to selected participants

17th–21st October 2026

Main summer school event

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Application

Requirements

  • βœ“ Completed application form
  • βœ“ Valid student or professional status
  • βœ“ Copy of ID or passport
  • βœ“ Basic knowledge of programming
  • βœ“ Personal laptop
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Experience

Program Highlights

  • 01 Expert talks by eminent speakers
  • 02 Hands-on training sessions
  • 03 Interactive workshops
  • 04 Case studies and group activities
  • 05 Q&A and panel discussions
  • 06 Networking opportunities
Emerging Technologies

Learn the technologies shaping next-generation GeoAI

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Vision Transformers

Advanced image interpretation and feature learning for Earth Observation datasets.

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Graph Neural Networks

Modelling complex spatial relationships and interconnected Earth systems.

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Physics-Informed AI

Machine-learning systems guided by physical laws and scientific processes.

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Multimodal Learning

Fusion of SAR, optical, LiDAR, climate and socio-economic information.

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Generative GeoAI

Data reconstruction, synthetic generation and environmental scenario simulation.

Who Can Participate?

Designed for learners and professionals across the GeoAI ecosystem

The program welcomes participants interested in geospatial technologies, Earth Observation, artificial intelligence, sustainability and environmental decision-making.

Undergraduate Students Postgraduate Students Research Scholars Faculty Members Scientists Academicians Industry Professionals Government Officials Practitioners
Program Package

Your participation fee includes

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Course Tuition

Complete academic and practical training.

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Five-Day Accommodation

Residential stay during the summer school.

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Outstation Accommodation

Accommodation support for eligible participants.

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Twin-Sharing AC Rooms

Comfortable shared accommodation facilities.

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Meals and Refreshments

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshments.

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Study Material

Learning resources and program material.

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Certificate

Official certificate of participation.

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Networking Access

Interaction with experts and fellow participants.

Limited Seats Available

Build the skills needed for a sustainable Future Earth.

Join an intensive week of expert sessions, practical training, collaborative workshops and emerging GeoAI technologies.

Apply for Summer School β†— Registration closes on 5th August 2026
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