Ian Davies
About Ian Davies
Ian Davies is a Geospatial Scientist with extensive experience in geospatial and remote sensing data. He has worked for various organizations, including Jupiter Intelligence and The Nature Conservancy, and holds a Master of Science in Environmental and Forestry Sciences from the University of Washington.
Current Role at Jupiter Intelligence
Ian Davies currently serves as a Geospatial Scientist at Jupiter Intelligence, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on building scientific pipelines for global geospatial datasets. His work involves processing and harmonizing global Digital Elevation Model (DEM) datasets. He also develops validation methods for disaster models and tests novel machine learning methods for flood models. His expertise in geospatial and remote sensing data enhances the capabilities of Jupiter Intelligence in analyzing environmental risks.
Previous Experience at Jupiter Intelligence
Before his current role, Ian Davies worked at Jupiter Intelligence as a Geospatial Data Engineer for seven months in 2021. During this time, he contributed to various projects involving geospatial data analysis. His experience at Jupiter Intelligence laid the foundation for his current responsibilities and allowed him to deepen his understanding of geospatial technologies and their applications in environmental science.
Educational Background in Environmental Sciences
Ian Davies earned a Master of Science (MS) in Environmental and Forestry Sciences from the University of Washington, where he studied from 2017 to 2020. His master's program included the development of gap-filling algorithms for satellite imagery, showcasing his technical skills in remote sensing. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental Science with a focus on GIS and Remote Sensing from the University of California, Los Angeles, completing his degree in 2015.
Consulting and Research Experience
Ian Davies has consulted on modeling projects for The Nature Conservancy, leveraging his expertise in geospatial data analysis. He previously worked at The Nature Conservancy as a Geospatial Data Analyst for eight months in 2020 to 2021. His earlier roles include serving as a Research Technician at both the University of Washington and UCLA Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, where he gained valuable research experience in environmental science.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ian Davies specializes in working with geospatial and remote sensing data. He is experienced in developing and deploying machine learning models using TensorFlow. His expertise includes extracting insights from data related to wildfire vulnerability, sustainable aquaculture, urban planning, and environmental legislation. This diverse skill set enables him to contribute effectively to projects that require advanced data analysis and modeling techniques.