Foreword

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) environment permits the collection, analysis and integration of spatial data coming from different surveys. It is our pleasure to present this volume, where we can find several chapters about the applications of GIS to different Sciences.

Chapters in this eBook are related to specific topics, including:

1. Landscape planning;
2. Tourism;
3. Geological resources exploration;
4. Environment;
5. Sustainable planning;
6. Biology;
7. Human geography;

This eBook aims at constituting a milestone and a bridge for the development and challenges for a better future.

This volume testifies the evolution of GIS applications during the last years, and summarizes the recent results of application to different domains which are very useful to the Society. The contributions of authors have explored several questions ranging from scientific to economic aspects, from professional applications to ethical issues, which all have a possible impact on society and territory.

We hope that you will be able to find stimulating contributions, which will support your research or professional activities.

The successful completion of this eBook was only possible because of the dedication and hard work of Ana Claudia.