UF/FL-ASPRS Spring 2026 Geospatial Workshop

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UF/FL-ASPRS Spring 2026 Geospatial Workshop

Join us for an engaging and informative event focused on the latest in geospatial science and technology! There will be add-on workshops on May 19th, and our semi annual workshop will be held on May 20th. Virtual registration option available.

Introduction to UAS Mapping Workshop *Add-on registration required: To register for this workshop, please first register for the Spring Geospatial Workshop by selecting either in-person or virtual attendance. After that, click the bar at the bottom of the screen labeled “Workshop – Click to see add-on workshops,” then select “Add” for the workshop(s) you would like to attend. *Free for ASPRS Student Members
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructors: Alexander Nunez (Digital E Consulting), Richard Allen (City of Orlando), Carl Schwagler (City of Orlando), Colin Harrison (Duncan-Parnell), and Joseph Civello (Duncan-Parnell)

Digital Twin Workshop *Add-on registration required: To register for this workshop, please first register for the Spring Geospatial Workshop by selecting either in-person or virtual attendance. After that, click the bar at the bottom of the screen labeled “Workshop – Click to see add-on workshops,” then select “Add” for the workshop(s) you would like to attend. *Free for ASPRS Student Members
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 1:00 PM - 3:00PM
Instructors: Soheil Sabri, Ph.D., Kostas Alexandridis, Ph.D., Ahmad Bany Abdelnaby, and
Phani Raja Bharath Balijepalli

UF/FL-ASPRS Spring 2026 Geospatial Workshop
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: UF Mid-Florida Research and Education Center with Zoom Webinar for virtual attendance
Keynote Speaker: Brett Wood, PSM

When

5/19/2026 8:00 AM - 5/20/2026 4:00 PM
Eastern Daylight Time

Where

UF Mid-Florida Research and Education Center 2725 S Binion Rd Apopka, FL 32703 UNITED STATES

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Description
Introduction to UAS Mapping Workshop This 4-hour curriculum is structured to provide a holistic view of the UAS mapping lifecycle. The session begins by establishing a strong safety culture, covering UAS basics and FAA Part 107 regulations, confirming that all operations comply with federal laws and University of Florida campus policies. Participants will then transition into Mission Planning and Workflow, learning how to translate project requirements into effective flight plans. The training culminates in a technical deep-dive into Data Processing, where students will explore the distinct outputs of photogrammetry and LiDAR, and learn to apply ASPRS Accuracy Standards to validate their results. This progression verifies that by the end of the workshop, attendees understand not only how to capture data but how to confirm it meets professional accuracy requirements. Key Benefits:  •Industry-Aligned Curriculum: A structured 4-hour course covering the complete UAS mapping lifecycle, from mission planning to ASPRS accuracy standards.  •Expert-Led Instruction: Training delivered by active industry consultants and certified operators with extensive field experience.  •Actionable Insights: Focus on real-world workflows, ensuring participants understand not just how to fly, but why specific data collection methods are used. This workshop is free for ASPRS Student Members. Category Add-on Workshops - Click Here to Register Time 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM 5/19/2026 8:00 AM
Digital Twin Workshop Digital Twin Workshop Edit Intro & Concepts (Soheil Sabri) - DT definitions, interpretations across academia/industry/standards, DT Periodic Table Data types, collection and visualization (Kostas Alexandridis) - Data acquisition strategies, such as reality capture (LiDAR, photogrammetry, sensors), IoT integration, and the use of existing GIS/BIM assets and data pipelines Application Area - 1 (Ahmad Bany Abdelnaby) - Building damage assessment - Hands-on - Live Demonstration Application Area - 2 (Soheil Sabri & Bharath Balijepali) - Applications in disaster management — live Colab: real data → flood simulation → visualization → decision support Q&A (All) - Open discussion, emerging trends, AI-enabled DTs Category Add-on Workshops - Click Here to Register Time 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 5/19/2026 1:00 PM

Introduction to UAS Mapping Workshop

This 4-hour curriculum is structured to provide a holistic view of the UAS mapping lifecycle. The session begins by establishing a strong safety culture, covering UAS basics and FAA Part 107 regulations, confirming that all operations comply with federal laws and University of Florida campus policies. Participants will then transition into Mission Planning and Workflow, learning how to translate project requirements into effective flight plans. The training culminates in a technical deep-dive into Data Processing, where students will explore the distinct outputs of photogrammetry and LiDAR, and learn to apply ASPRS Accuracy Standards to validate their results. This progression verifies that by the end of the workshop, attendees understand not only how to capture data but how to confirm it meets professional accuracy requirements. Key Benefits:  •Industry-Aligned Curriculum: A structured 4-hour course covering the complete UAS mapping lifecycle, from mission planning to ASPRS accuracy standards.  •Expert-Led Instruction: Training delivered by active industry consultants and certified operators with extensive field experience.  •Actionable Insights: Focus on real-world workflows, ensuring participants understand not just how to fly, but why specific data collection methods are used. This workshop is free for ASPRS Student Members.

Sponsorships

Description
Sponsorship - Platinum $1,200 12 minute speaking slot, Larger logo on material, Platinum only logos in some workshop material, Dedicated LinkedIn post per sponsor announcing their sponsorship of the event and some company info (single page), Platinum sponsor name tags Category Sponsorships 5/20/2026
Sponsorship - Gold $600 •8 minutes speaking slot, Medium logo included in event material Category Sponsorships 5/20/2026
Sponsorship - Silver $300 • Small logo displayed on workshop material Category Sponsorships 5/20/2026
Sponsorship - Bronze $100 • Small logo displayed on workshop material (reserved for small businesses) Category Sponsorships 5/20/2026