Professor Jonathan Corcoran
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Jonathan Corcoran

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Background

Jonathan is a human geographer within the School of the Environment and Deputy Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Science at UQ. Jonathan joined The University of Queensland in 2005 following previous appointments at the University of Glamorgan (UK) and the UK national mapping Agency, Ordnance Survey.

Jonathan's interests lie at the intersection of human geography, regional science, sociology and criminology in understanding how human mobility shapes and is shaped by our urban systems and in turn impacts social sustainability; how regional economic growth and development is governed by human capital migration; and how big data and spatial analytics can be effectively harnessed to inform smarter policy.

Jonathan's interest in geography and the spatial sciences began early on in his academic career. Completing his undergraduate studies in geography and a masters degree in geographic information science, where he focused on developing a broad understanding of key statistical, modelling and spatial analytic methods. He then went on to earn a PhD in human geography and computer science, where he focused on modelling the complex relationship between mobility, land use and crime.

Availability

Professor Jonathan Corcoran is:
Not available for supervision
Media expert

Fields of research

Human geography

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of Glamorgan

Research interests

  • Human mobility and social sustainability

  • Human capital migration

  • Big data and spatial analytics

Research impacts

Jonathan has published widely in academic journals, exploring topics such as the impact of public transportation on crime, the relationship between mobility patterns and social inequality, and the role of urban design in promoting safe and inclusive communities. Through his research, Jonathan has become an internationally recognised expert in the fields of human geography and spatial criminology and is often called upon to speak at conferences and provide insights to policymakers and urban planners. His research has contributed to the development of more inclusive and equitable transportation systems, which prioritise the needs of all members of society and promote safe and healthy communities.

Jonathan remains committed to advancing our understanding of how cities work through which we can create more equitable and inclusive urban environments for all. In parallel he continues to inspire the next generation of researchers and scholars to pursue a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between human spatial behaviours and social systems.

Search Professor Jonathan Corcoran’s works on UQ eSpace

270 works between 2001 and 2024
All (270) Journal Article (182) Book Chapter (26) Conference Publication (30) Book (5) Other Outputs (27)

261 - 270 of 270 works

2006

Journal Article

Using circular statistics to analyse time patterns in crime incidence

Brunsdon, C. and Corcoran, J. (2006). Using circular statistics to analyse time patterns in crime incidence. Computers Environment And Urban Systems, 30 (3), 300-319. doi: 10.1016/j.compenvurbsys.2005.11.001

Using circular statistics to analyse time patterns in crime incidence

2005

Journal Article

The semi-automated classification of sedimentary organic matter in palynological preparations

Weller, Andrew F., Corcoran, Jonathan, Harris, Anthony J. and Ware, J. Andrew (2005). The semi-automated classification of sedimentary organic matter in palynological preparations. Computers & Geosciences, 31 (10), 1213-1223. doi: 10.1016/j.cageo.2005.03.011

The semi-automated classification of sedimentary organic matter in palynological preparations

2005

Conference Publication

Weather and crime: Visualising micro-geo-temporal patterns

Brunsdon, C., Corcoran J. and Higgs, G. (2005). Weather and crime: Visualising micro-geo-temporal patterns. 13th Annual GIS Research UK Conference (GISRUK 2005), University of Glasgow, Scotland, 2005.

Weather and crime: Visualising micro-geo-temporal patterns

2005

Book Chapter

A geographical approach to community safety: A U.K. perspective

Corcoran, Jonathan and Thomson, Bernadette Bowen (2005). A geographical approach to community safety: A U.K. perspective. GIS for Sustainable Development. (pp. 385-401) CRC Press.

A geographical approach to community safety: A U.K. perspective

2005

Book Chapter

A geographical approach to community safety: A UK perspective

Corcoran, Jonathan and Thomson, Bentadette Bowen (2005). A geographical approach to community safety: A UK perspective. GIS for Sustainable Development. (pp. 385-402) edited by Michele Campangna. Boca Raton, Florida, USA: Taylor & Francis.

A geographical approach to community safety: A UK perspective

2004

Journal Article

Relations between violence, calendar events and ambient conditions

Sivarajasingam, V., Corcoran, J., Jones, D., Ware, A. and Shepherd, J. (2004). Relations between violence, calendar events and ambient conditions. Injury, 35 (5), 467-473. doi: 10.1016/S0020-1383(03)00241-9

Relations between violence, calendar events and ambient conditions

2004

Conference Publication

Forecasting and mapping crime: An ethical conundrum

Ware, J.A. and Corcoran, J. (2004). Forecasting and mapping crime: An ethical conundrum. 7th Annual Crime Mapping Research Conference, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A., 31 March - 3 April, 2004.

Forecasting and mapping crime: An ethical conundrum

2003

Journal Article

Predicting the geo-temporal variations of crime and disorder

Corcoran, Jonathan J., Wilson, Ian D. and Ware, J. Andrew (2003). Predicting the geo-temporal variations of crime and disorder. International Journal of Forecasting, 19 (4), 623-634. doi: 10.1016/S0169-2070(03)00095-5

Predicting the geo-temporal variations of crime and disorder

2003

Journal Article

New insights into community safety: An application of the HASCADE model

Corcoran, Jonathan and Bowen Thomson, Bernadette (2003). New insights into community safety: An application of the HASCADE model. British Journal of Community Justice, 2 (1), 37-50.

New insights into community safety: An application of the HASCADE model

2001

Conference Publication

Data clustering and rule abduction to facilitate crime hot spot prediction

Corcoran, J, Wilson, ID, Lewis, OM and Ware, JA (2001). Data clustering and rule abduction to facilitate crime hot spot prediction. 7th Fuzzy International Conference on Computational Intelligence, Dortmund Germany, Oct 01-03, 2001. BERLIN: SPRINGER-VERLAG BERLIN.

Data clustering and rule abduction to facilitate crime hot spot prediction

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2025
    The National Cycling Data and Analysis Platform (NCDAP) (ARC LIEF Project administered by The University of New South Wales)
    University of New South Wales
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2024
    Everyday guardianship: a space time approach to crime prevention (ARC Discovery Project administered by Griffith University)
    Griffith University
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2024
    Who Benefits from the Sharing Economy? Disruption in Australian Cities
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2024
    Short Term Rental Accommodation Management Systems Regulation Study
    Queensland Government Department of Tourism and Sport
    Open grant
  • 2023
    Short-term rental accommodation review
    Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2024
    Integrated Research Infrastructure for Social Science (Australin Research Data Commons grant led by ANU)
    Australian National University
    Open grant
  • 2021 - 2023
    Longitudinal and spatial database of vehicle ownership and energy consumption
    Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2023
    Australian Transport Research Cloud (ATRC) Platform
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2019 - 2022
    An Integrated Demographic and Transport Demand Modelling Framework (ID-TDM)
    iMove Cooperative Research Centre
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2021
    Reclaiming lost ground: Transitions of mobility and parking
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2021
    Estimating temporary populations
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2017
    Cured or condemned? Mapping mild stoke outcomes and untreated deficits
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund - FirstLink
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2017
    Urban Analytics Data Infrastructure (ARC LIEF project administered by The University of Melbourne)
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2019
    So what do you do? Graduates in the creative and cultural industries (ARC Discovery Project administered by RMIT)
    Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2019
    Barriers and Facilitators of Neighbourhood Networks and Cohesion
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Mapping and modelling public bicycle sharing dynamics
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund - FirstLink
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2016
    Attraction and retention: the role of mobility in educational pathways and human capital development.
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2014
    Analytical tools for the interrogation of inter-regional migration flows matrices.
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2015
    Evaluating the effectiveness of fire safety programs in emergency services management
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2014
    What makes a community resilient? Examining changes in the adaptive capacities of Brisbane suburbs before and after the 2011 flood
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2016
    Addressing concentrations of social disadvantage (administered by UNSW)
    University of New South Wales
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2012
    Community variation in hoax calls and suspicous fires: geographic, temporal and socio-economic dimensions and trajectories
    Criminology Research Council
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2012
    Enhancing the Resilience of Seaports to a Changing Climate
    Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2011
    Mapping and Modelling Human Capital and Graduate Employment Flows across Australia's Regions
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2012
    Understanding the patters, characteristics and trends in the housing sector labour force in Australia (AHURI Project 30634)
    RMIT University
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2011
    Enhanced agency response strategies through modelling geo-temporal characteristics of emergency services calls
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2008
    Enhancing spatial modelling capabilities for spaically integrated social science
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2010
    Modelling directionality in human geography using circular statistics and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
    UQ Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2009
    The effect of weather, calendar events and socio-economic deprivation on the incidence of fire: A geographical exploration.
    UQ Early Career Researcher
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2008
    Using GIS and circular statistics to explore the geography of the journey-to-work
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2007
    Spatial analysis of fire incidence
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant

Availability

Professor Jonathan Corcoran is:
Not available for supervision

Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Strength-based approaches to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander governance in science research

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Tracey Bunda

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Modelling Human-Environment Interactions: Testing Irregular CA and 3D Urban Models

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Scott Lieske, Professor Yan Liu

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Routine Policing Activities: Assessing the Strategic Deployment of Random Breath Testing on Crime, Calls for Service and Traffic Crashes

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Sarah Bennett

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Wildly productive urban landscapes: Exploring the agency of public urban landscapes in creating healthy cities and community engagement

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Susanne Schmidt, Dr Liz Brogden, Dr Silvia Micheli

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Effects of Community Support on Violence against Immigrant and Refugee Women in Australia

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Rennie Lee, Associate Professor Renee Zahnow

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The shifting geographies of migration in Australia

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Aude Bernard, Dr Elin Charles-Edwards

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Urban Micromobility and the Sharing Economy

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Thomas Sigler

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Planning for health and wellbeing in high-rise precincts: Understanding the role of 'breathing space'

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sara Alidoust

Completed supervision

Enquiries

Contact Professor Jonathan Corcoran directly for media enquiries about:

  • Geo-analytical techniques - urban modelling
  • Geo-visualisation techniques - urban modelling
  • Prediction techniques - urban modelling
  • Quantitative geographical methods
  • Urban modelling

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