Studies on physical geography, earth surface processes and environmental systems
Research on human geography including cultural landscapes and spatial behaviour
Environmental science investigations on ecosystem function, biodiversity and conservation
Climate studies, climate change impacts, vulnerability and adaptation research
Water resource assessment, hydrology, watershed management and water security
Soil, landform and geomorphological processes shaping natural environments
Urban and regional planning, sustainable development and spatial policy analysis
Environmental policy, governance, environmental law and institutional frameworks
Natural hazard analysis, risk assessment and modelling for earthquakes, floods, storms
Disaster preparedness, mitigation, emergency response and resilience planning
Environmental impact assessment, sustainability evaluation and monitoring methods
Applications of GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis and geospatial technologies
Community-based approaches to disaster risk reduction and resilient livelihoods
Interdisciplinary research linking geography with environmental and social sciences