The University of Jordan :: Research Groups :: Spatial Risk Modeling and Natural Hazards
Spatial Risk Modeling and Natural Hazards

Spatial Risk Modeling of Natural Hazards

Related Sciences & Disciplines

Geography: Spatial analysis, hazard mapping, terrain evaluation.

Geology/Geomorphology: Understanding tectonic, seismic, and landslide risks.

Hydrology: Flood modeling, water-related hazards.

Meteorology & Climate Science: Modeling weather-induced hazards (e.g., storms, droughts)

Urban & Regional Planning: Applying hazard models to urban growth policies

Civil & Environmental Engineering: Infrastructure resilience, site selection, risk mitigation

Data Science & Machine Learning: Hazard prediction models, pattern recognition

Sociology & Human Geography: Vulnerability, community risk perception, policy impact

Remote Sensing: Hazard detection and monitoring through satellite imagery

Public Policy / Disaster Management: Translating risk models into policy frameworks and early warning systems