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
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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

284 works between 2001 and 2025
All (284) Journal Article (193) Book Chapter (27) Conference Publication (30) Book (4) Other Outputs (30)

261 - 280 of 284 works

2007

Journal Article

A comparison of spatial disaggregation techniques as applied to population estimation for south east Queensland (SEQ), Australia

Li, T., Pullar, D. V., Corcoran, J. and Stimson, R. J. (2007). A comparison of spatial disaggregation techniques as applied to population estimation for south east Queensland (SEQ), Australia. Applied GIS, 3 (9), 1-16.

A comparison of spatial disaggregation techniques as applied to population estimation for south east Queensland (SEQ), Australia

2007

Journal Article

Subjectivity weighted development scenarios for urban allocation: A case study of South East Queensland

Chhetri, Prem, Stimson, Robert, Cooper, Jim, Corcoran, Jonathan, Bell, Martin and Pullar, David (2007). Subjectivity weighted development scenarios for urban allocation: A case study of South East Queensland. Transactions in GIS, 11 (4), 597-619. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-9671.2007.01062.x

Subjectivity weighted development scenarios for urban allocation: A case study of South East Queensland

2007

Journal Article

The simple spatial disaggregation approach to spatio-temporal crime forecasting

Ivaha, Christian, Al-Madfai, Hasan, Higgs, Gary, Ware, Andrew and Corcoran, Jonathan (2007). The simple spatial disaggregation approach to spatio-temporal crime forecasting. International Journal of Innovative Computing Information And Control, 3 (3), 509-523.

The simple spatial disaggregation approach to spatio-temporal crime forecasting

2007

Journal Article

The use of comaps to explore the spatial and temporal dynamics of fire incidents: A case study in South Wales, United Kingdom

Corcoran, Jonathan, Higgs, Gary, Brunsdon, Chris. and Ware, Andrew (2007). The use of comaps to explore the spatial and temporal dynamics of fire incidents: A case study in South Wales, United Kingdom. The Professional Geographer, 59 (4), 521-536. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-9272.2007.00639.x

The use of comaps to explore the spatial and temporal dynamics of fire incidents: A case study in South Wales, United Kingdom

2007

Conference Publication

Geographic Differentiation of the Brisbane Housing Market

Chhetri, Prem, Han, Jung H., Corcoran, Jonathan and Stimson, Robert J. (2007). Geographic Differentiation of the Brisbane Housing Market. Spatial Sciences Institute International Biennial Conference 2007, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania, 14-18 May 2007. Hobart: Online.

Geographic Differentiation of the Brisbane Housing Market

2007

Conference Publication

Developing a Large Scale Model to simulate growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region

Stimson, Robert J., Bell, Martin J., Corcoran, Jonathan, Chhetri, Prem, Pullar, David V., Cooper, James A. and Tiebei Li (2007). Developing a Large Scale Model to simulate growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region. 20th Conference for the pacific Regional Science Conference Organization (PRSCO) 2007, Vancouver, BC, Canada, 6-9 May 2007.

Developing a Large Scale Model to simulate growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region

2007

Book Chapter

A GIS Based approach to estimating the spatial disparities of recreational resources

Chhetri, P., Inbakaran, R. and Corcoran, J. (2007). A GIS Based approach to estimating the spatial disparities of recreational resources. Sustainability Profitability and Successful Tourism. (pp. 109-122) edited by Raj, A.. New Delhi: Discovery Publication House.

A GIS Based approach to estimating the spatial disparities of recreational resources

2007

Conference Publication

Investigating Geographical Differences in the Mode of Transport to Work using Circular Statistics

Corcoran, Jonathan, Chhetri, Prem and Stimson, Robert J. (2007). Investigating Geographical Differences in the Mode of Transport to Work using Circular Statistics. The Spatial Sciences Revolution - Power the Information Generation, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, 14-18 May 2007. Hobart: online.

Investigating Geographical Differences in the Mode of Transport to Work using Circular Statistics

2007

Conference Publication

Model to predict and simulate the spatial pattern of employment in industry sectors in a mega city region: The case of Brisbane-South East Queensland

Stimson, R. J., Corcoran, J., Li, T., Robinson, J. and Robson, A. (2007). Model to predict and simulate the spatial pattern of employment in industry sectors in a mega city region: The case of Brisbane-South East Queensland. 54th Annual Meeting of the North American Regional Science Association, Savannah, GA., U.S., 7-11 November, 2007. North American Regional Science Council.

Model to predict and simulate the spatial pattern of employment in industry sectors in a mega city region: The case of Brisbane-South East Queensland

2007

Journal Article

Visualising space and time in crime patterns: A comparison of methods

Brunsdon, Chris, Corcoran, Jonathan and Higgs, Gary (2007). Visualising space and time in crime patterns: A comparison of methods. Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 31 (1), 52-75. doi: 10.1016/j.compenvurbsys.2005.07.009

Visualising space and time in crime patterns: A comparison of methods

2007

Conference Publication

Approaches to Model Future patterns of Economic Activity and Location of Jobs in a Metropolitan Region: Application to the Brisbane-South East Queensland Region

Stimson, Robert J., Corcoran, Jonathan, Mangan, John E., Robinson, Jacqueline J., Tiebei Li and Robson, Alistair (2007). Approaches to Model Future patterns of Economic Activity and Location of Jobs in a Metropolitan Region: Application to the Brisbane-South East Queensland Region. State of Australian Cities Conference (SOAC), Adelaide Australia, 28-30 November 2007. Adelaide, SA: Causal Productions.

Approaches to Model Future patterns of Economic Activity and Location of Jobs in a Metropolitan Region: Application to the Brisbane-South East Queensland Region

2007

Conference Publication

A Large Scale Urban Model to simulate and visualize growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region

Stimson, Robert J., Bell, Martin J., Corcoran, Jonathan, Chhetri, Prem, Pullar, David V., Cooper, James A. and Tiebei Li (2007). A Large Scale Urban Model to simulate and visualize growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region. Place and Purpose, The Capital, Bendigo, Victoria, 30-31 May 2007. Victoria:

A Large Scale Urban Model to simulate and visualize growth in the Brisbane-South East Queensland region

2006

Journal Article

The case of the hoax call: mapping unravels a major waste of resources.(Emergency Response)

Corcoran, Jonathan and Chhetri. Prem (2006). The case of the hoax call: mapping unravels a major waste of resources.(Emergency Response). GeoWorld, 30-33.

The case of the hoax call: mapping unravels a major waste of resources.(Emergency Response)

2006

Conference Publication

The application of subjectively weighted attractiveness scenarios for urban allocation modelling

Chhetri, P., Corcoran, J., Stimson, R. J., Bell, M. J., Pullar, D. V. and Cooper, J. A. (2006). The application of subjectively weighted attractiveness scenarios for urban allocation modelling. International Geographical Union Congress, Brisbane, Australia, 3-7 July 2006.

The application of subjectively weighted attractiveness scenarios for urban allocation modelling

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 - 2024
    Everyday guardianship: a space time approach to crime prevention (ARC Discovery Project administered by Griffith University)
    Griffith University
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2023
    Australian Transport Research Cloud (ATRC) Platform
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2024
    Who Benefits from the Sharing Economy? Disruption in Australian Cities
    ARC Discovery Projects
    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

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

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Tracey Bunda

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Ghost Kitchens and Urban Dynamics: Implications for Urban Planning and the Future of Drone Delivery

    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

  • Doctor Philosophy

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

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Scott Lieske

  • Doctor Philosophy

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

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sara Alidoust

  • 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: Associate Professor Aude Bernard, Associate Professor Elin Charles-Edwards

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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