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The Centre for Spatial Data Infrastructures and Land Administration (CSDILA) was established at the University of Melbourne in November 2001. The vision for the Centre was, and continues to be, to drive the evolving concept of spatial data infrastructures to develop virtual information systems that integrate data and make it accessible for solving the demands facing modern society. We achieve this by undertaking research in Land Administration Systems (LAS) and Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDI), particularly to pioneer ways of supporting the sustainability of land uses and the alleviation of poverty.
In recognition of the Centre’s establishment, the Victorian State Government, through Land Use Victoria, provided the initial support to help establish the Centre. Since then, CSDILA has successfully maintained funding through different sources, including competitive research grants from the Australian Research Council, Australian Federal Government, State Governments, and international societies.
Our vision
Our vision is to drive the evolving concept of spatial data infrastructures and modernisation of land administration systems by developing an advanced 3D virtual information system that integrates, models, and visualises data and makes it accessible for solving the demands faced by modern society.
Our mission
Our mission is to develop and promote spatial data infrastructures in the form of virtual information systems, enabling governments and societies to use their spatial resources as effectively as possible in a rapidly changing world.
We are committed to excellence in research, innovation, and training, with a strong focus on future-proofing research. If you are interested in studying with us, please visit Study with us.
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