![]() ![]() ![]() New applications for sharing, accessing, and displaying remote sensing data are expanding exponentially, and availability of these data has facilitated emergency responses to natural disasters. Displays of recent earthquakes, locations of volcanoes, hydrologic features, and historical imagery facilitate scientific monitoring and public appreciation of our dynamic planet. ![]() Coupled with GPS, these Google Earth layers allow us to keep track not only of where we are, but also of what fascinating rocks lie beneath our feet. Geologic and topographic maps downloaded to Google Earth are accessible on desktops, laptops, and iPhones. Geoscientists use Google Earth as they are planning field expeditions, to post photos and other field observations, and to create virtual field trips for classes, colleagues, and the public. Now known as Google Earth, their 3D virtual globe has emerged over the past decade as a transformative technology for geoscience research, teaching, and outreach to the public. ![]() In 1999, they began developing software for Earth Viewer. The founders of Keyhole, Inc., are most worthy recipients of this honor. The President’s Medal was established to recognize individuals, groups, or entities whose impact has profoundly enhanced the geoscience profession both through advancing our science and through promoting geoscience in the service of humankind. John Hanke, Chikai Ohazama, Mark Aubin, Phil Keslin, and Avi Bar-Zeevīrian McClendon, Michael Jones, Chris Tanner, and Remi Arnaud Citation by Jean M. 2010 President's Medal Presented to Keyhole, Inc.ĭevelopers of Earth Viewer (now Google Earth) ![]()
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