Satellite observations detect 'urban pulse' of six global cities
Researchers have developed a new method using satellite imagery to track the 'urban pulse' of six major global cities. This approach monitors high-frequency development patterns to identify early signs of economic stress or stagnation.
Why it matters
This technology offers a more dynamic way to assess urban health compared to traditional, infrequent census data.
FILE PHOTO: A view of the skyline during a sunset along Reforma Avenue in Mexico City, Mexico, November 6, 2023. REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez/File Photo — Jose Luis Gonzalez By Will Dunham
The article is a scientific report on a new research methodology.
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