Project Overview
LandSAGE2 aimed to extend the deployment and utility of CyberCANOE (Cyber-enabled Collaboration Analysis Navigation and Observation Environment) systems using SAGE2 (Scalable Amplified Group Environment) across Southeast Asia. The focus was on enhancing decision support systems for natural disaster mitigation through data visualization, collaborative analytics, and technical training.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Resilience
This project contributes to digital infrastructure resilience, regional capacity building, and the exchange of research tools and data via the TEIN network for effective disaster response and mitigation.
🌏 Southeast Asian Network
CyberCANOE & SAGE2 Technologies
Visual Analytics Platform
Advanced data visualization for collaborative disaster monitoring and response planning
GIS Data Integration
Geospatial dataset integration and GIS layer mapping for comprehensive hazard analysis
Collaborative Environment
Multi-institutional data exploration and synchronized views across CyberCANOE sites
Disaster Modeling
Flood and landslide analysis with real-time situational awareness capabilities
SecuritySAGE
Secure collaborative analysis environment for sensitive disaster response data
TEIN Connectivity
High-speed network access enabling real-time data sharing across Southeast Asia
🔧 SAGE2 Platform Features
Scalable Amplified Group Environment for enhanced collaboration:
Workshop Activities & Training
Technical Workshop at Walailak University
2-day hands-on workshop training new CyberCANOE users from partner institutions in system setup, SAGE2 visualization, and disaster mitigation applications.
SecuritySAGE & LandSAGE Demonstrations
Functional prototype showcases demonstrating multi-institutional data exploration using TEIN connectivity for real-time collaborative analysis.
Prototype Enhancement Discussions
Integration workshops covering geospatial datasets, GIS hazard mapping layers, and synchronized data views for joint situational analysis.
Virtual Collaboration Platform
COVID-19 adaptation with virtual meetings and APAN event participation, continuing knowledge sharing through digital platforms.
Regional Expansion Initiative
Extension of project reach to Indonesia and Philippines, introducing new institutions to CyberCANOE infrastructure and capabilities.
🦠 COVID-19 Resilience
Despite travel restrictions and supply chain delays affecting equipment deployment, the team successfully adapted through virtual meetings, online training, and continued collaboration via digital platforms.
Key Achievements & Impact
🚀 Regional Capacity Building
- Multi-Country Training: Researchers from 7 countries trained in CyberCANOE setup and SAGE2 applications
- Geographic Expansion: Extended project reach to Indonesia and Philippines with new institutional partnerships
- LandSAGE Enhancement: Refined visualization tool with improved interactivity and cross-site collaboration features
- TEIN Integration: Successful deployment of collaborative disaster monitoring across regional network infrastructure
👩💼 Gender Inclusion Success
30% Female Participation: Achieved significant gender diversity in workshops with female co-leadership enhancing project inclusivity and regional representation.
🌊 Disaster Mitigation Capabilities
Enhanced Decision Support: CyberCANOE systems now provide advanced visualization for flood and landslide analysis with real-time collaborative capabilities across Southeast Asian institutions.
Digital Infrastructure Resilience: Strengthened regional capacity for natural disaster monitoring and response through advanced visualization technologies.
International Partnership Network
Led by University of Hawaii at Manoa with comprehensive regional collaboration across Southeast Asia and Japan:
University of Hawaii
at Manoa
Lead Institution
AIST
Japan
Technology Partner
National University
of Laos
Mahidol University
Thailand
Thammasat University
Thailand
Walailak University
Thailand
Workshop Host
FIMO/VNU
Vietnam National
University
ITC
Institute of Technology
of Cambodia
YARSI University
Indonesia
DOST-ASTI
Philippines
Challenges & Future Directions
⚠️ Implementation Challenges
- COVID-19 Disruption: Travel restrictions and supply chain delays affected equipment deployment and workshop execution
- Connectivity Issues: Poor internet connectivity hindered engagement from some countries, particularly Cambodia
- Uncertain Planning: Pandemic challenges made scheduling future workshops and in-person activities difficult
- Remote Participation: Virtual format limitations affecting hands-on training effectiveness
🚀 Expansion & Innovation Plans
Additional Deployments: Planned CyberCANOE systems for Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand to enhance regional disaster monitoring capacity.
Virtual Infrastructure: All leadership and technical meetings to be conducted via video conferencing with improved digital collaboration tools.
Equipment Upgrades: Budget reallocation for partner institution infrastructure improvements if in-person activities remain restricted.
Enhanced Visualization: Advanced SAGE2 development for improved real-time disaster response coordination across TEIN network.
Sustainable Development Goals
This natural disaster decision support project directly contributes to climate resilience and sustainable development: