Dr David Pullar
Dr

David Pullar

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Background

Dr David Pullar's research interests are in: Geographical Information Science (Spatial analysis, Spatial modelling languages and frameworks, 3D visualisation, Environmental database applications) and Landscape Modelling (Catchment hydrology, Landuse change, Landscape dynamics).

David Pullar received his PhD from the University of Maine in 1994. His current research projects are in the fields of:

Incorporating Level Set Methods in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for Land-Surface Process ModellingUsing Spatial Simulation to Create a Process Classification of Provincial BioregionsEnvironmental Database Management and IntegrationHis collaborators include:Coastal CRCIntelligent Real-time Imaging and Sensing (IRIS)The Ecology CentreHigh Performance Computing, VisAC Lab

Availability

Dr David Pullar is:
Available for supervision
Media expert

Fields of research

Earth Sciences Environmental Sciences Information and Computing Sciences

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Applied Science, Queensland University of Technology
  • Masters (Coursework) of Science, Institution to be confirmed
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Institution to be confirmed

Research interests

  • Using GIS and geospatial data science to explore geographical problems

    I am interested in using geospatial analysis and mapping to advance research that reveals patterns and relationships in urban and environmental systems. I have contributed to projects integrating spatial data with GIS tools to model park utilization, optimize cycling routes, and evaluate energy and watershed management.

  • Geospatial Modeling for Complex Geographic Inquiry and Decision Support

    My research focuses on leveraging GIS, geospatial data science, and AI to address real-world geographic complexity. I analyze both structured and unstructured data using geospatial programming, spatial modeling, and natural language processing. I aim to explain patterns, understand processes, develop tailored solutions, and support informed decision-making in applied domains like urban planning and environmental management.

Search Professor David Pullar’s works on UQ eSpace

105 works between 1997 and 2022
All (105) Book (1) Journal Article (50) Other Outputs (3) Conference Publication (41) Book Chapter (10)

101 - 105 of 105 works

1998

Journal Article

A model for education in spatial information technologies

Pullar D., Sharma P. and McDonald G. (1998). A model for education in spatial information technologies. Cartography, 27 (1), 41-48. doi: 10.1080/00690805.1998.9714089

A model for education in spatial information technologies

1998

Conference Publication

Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: Tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level

McAlpine, C.A. and Pullar, D. (1998). Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: Tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level. International Conference on Indicators for Sustainable Forest Management, Melbourne, VIC Australia, 24-28 August 1998. Vienna, Austria: International Union Forestry Research.

Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: Tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level

1998

Conference Publication

Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level

McAlpine, C. A. and Pullar, D. (1998). Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level. International conference on indicators for sustainable forest management: fostering stakeholder input into the development of scientifically-based indicators, Melbourne, Australia, 1998. Melbourne, Australia: Department of Natural Resources and Environment.

Spatial and temporal models of forest structure: tools for sustainably managing Queensland's mixed aged forests at the landscape level

1997

Journal Article

Embedding production rules in a GIS

Pullar, David (1997). Embedding production rules in a GIS. Transactions in GIS, 2 (3), 257-265. doi: 10.1111/j.1467-9671.1997.tb00015.x

Embedding production rules in a GIS

1997

Conference Publication

Integrating geographic analysis with image databases

Pullar David, Sun Samantha and Reeves Rob (1997). Integrating geographic analysis with image databases. Proceedings of the 1997 IEEE TENCON Conference. Part 1 (of 2), Brisbane, Australia, December 2, 1997-December 4, 1997. IEEE. doi: 10.1109/tencon.1997.647323

Integrating geographic analysis with image databases

Past funding

  • 2017 - 2022
    Mapping Aboriginal routes to link landscape knowledge and cultural identity
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2012
    Developing multi-scale integrative approaches to tropical and dryland ecohydrological dynamics in data-poor environments
    UWA-UQ Bilateral Research Collaboration Award
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2009
    When to stop pumping -making decisions that affect groundwater dependant ecosystems in the face of uncertainties and complexity
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2009
    Combining GIS and Bayesian Networks in test -action strategies for risk assessment
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2010
    Restoration of Fragmented Brigalow Landscapes for Conservation: Evaluating Alternative Futures in a Changing Climate
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2010
    COMMONWEALTH ENVIRONMENT RESEARCH FACILITIES PROGRAMME - MARINE & TROPICAL SCIENCE RESEARCH FACILITY: Integrating ecology, economics and people in forest and landscapes
    Reef and Rainforest Research Centre Limited
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2008
    Land capability assessment for forestry and agroforestry in southern Vietnam and Queensland
    Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2008
    Beyond discrete landscape metrics: spatial analysis tools and surface textural measures for quantifying gradients in landscape structure.
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2008
    Towards a Landscape Conservation Culture: Broadening the spatio-temporal scope of ecological studies to anticipate change in Australian forested ecosystems
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2008
    Developing surveillance protocols for weed incursions (CRC Project)
    CRC for Australian Weed Management
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2006
    SEAS - Knowledge Integration and Exchange
    CRC for Coastal Zone, Estuary and Waterway Management
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2009
    ARC Research Network in Enterprise Information Infrastructure (EII)
    ARC Research Networks
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2007
    An Integrated Large Scale Urban Model and Spatial Decision Support System Simulating Growth and Evaluating Sustainability Outcomes for Southeast Queensland
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2006
    SEAS - Modelling, monitoring and management interfacing for waterways
    CRC for Coastal Zone, Estuary and Waterway Management
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2005
    Mosaic Vegetation Mapping: Incorporating Scale and Uncertainty in Decision Support Tools For Managing
    UQ FirstLink Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2004
    ARC Research Network in Enterprise Information Infrastructure (EII)
    ARC Seed Funding for Research Networks
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2004
    Receiving Water Quality Model Custodianship
    Brisbane City Council
    Open grant
  • 2003
    Eastern Bristlebird Project in the Conondale Range
    Queensland National Parks & Wildlife Service
    Open grant
  • 2003
    Identification and assessment of culturally significant human modified landscapes (HML's): Development in traditional lands of the Lockhart River DOGIT, Cape York
    University of Queensland Research Development Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2003
    Using spatial simulation to create a process classification of provincial bioregions
    ARC Collaborative Grant (SPIRT)
    Open grant
  • 2001
    Incorporating Level Set Methods in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for Land-Surface Process Modelling.
    UQ Early Career Researcher
    Open grant
  • 2000 - 2001
    Urban tree cover analysis and software investigation
    Brisbane City Council
    Open grant
  • 2000
    Applicability of information flows to building distributed spatial modeling systems.
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1999 - 2000
    Evaluation of city green software using Brisbane data
    Brisbane City Council
    Open grant
  • 1997
    Temporal and Spatial Models of Forest Structural Development
    Department of Natural Resources and Mines
    Open grant
  • 1996
    User views of spatial data catalogs and metadata
    University of Queensland New Staff Research Grant
    Open grant

Availability

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Supervision history

Completed supervision

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  • Environmental assessments GIS
  • Geodatabase development
  • Geoweb services
  • GIS environmental assessments
  • Spatial data modelling

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