Geoinformatics uses innovative information science infrastructure and methods to approach spatial problems in relevant societal areas where location plays an important role. Examples of application areas include environmental, transportation, urban, planning, security, and business challenges and problems. We take spatial information as a special type of information and research its structure in terms of collection, classification, modeling, and dissemination.

This research stream includes the use of technology, such as geographic information systems and remote sensing. In geoinformatics, we combine geospatial modeling, geospatial database development, information systems design, human-computer interaction, and information and communication technologies. We frame our research within the domains of geographic information science.

MagIC's research stream in geoinformatics relies on Information Technology as the underlying infrastructure for most of its scientific and applied research endeavors. Our mission is to foster and encourage the practice of internationally recognized excellence in research, along with innovation and flexibility in the broad range of covered topics. We are committed to disseminating knowledge in society in general by establishing multiple contracts and partnerships with society stakeholders such as the private sector and public administration organizations, and other university institutions.

• To conduct intense research in geoinformatics with effective communication with fellow scientists and society;
• To develop knowledge in geographic information science with methods, tools, and technologies for analyzing and modeling geospatial phenomena and processes;
• To train highly qualified researchers and promote their career chances through excellent research conditions;
• To promote geospatial awareness in society in understanding key spatial or location-related problems;
• To engage in international research projects and events by cooperating with partner groups at other higher education institutions, companies, and government.