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Luke Bergmann is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography. He obtained his PhD and MA from the University of Minnesota and his BS from Duke University. His research areas include Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Big Data, and Digital Geohumanities. He held a previous position as an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington. Bergmann's work focuses on developing theoretical and methodological approaches to enhance relational geographic computation, emphasizing the connections between spatial phenomena and socio-cultural contexts. His empirical research examines complex geographical phenomena, such as evolving disease patterns and agricultural landscapes, to support a deeper understanding of interconnections in a globalized world. He cultivates a lab for geographical computation at UBC, aimed at promoting research collaboration and education within these fields.
University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada
Teaching and research in the Department of Geography, focusing on Geographic Information Systems and Geospatial Big Data.
University of Washington • Seattle, WA, USA
Research and teaching in the Department of Geography, specializing in spatial phenomena and geographic computation.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.