Amir Mirzai Golpayegani is an MSc student in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary. He holds a BSc in Computer Engineering from Sharif University of Technology, Iran. His research explores geospatial data analysis, DGGS-based data infrastructures, and the application of discrete wavelet transforms for multiresolution data processing. With hands-on experience in remote sensing data, particularly RADARSAT RCM imagery, he specializes in leveraging computational techniques to enhance spatial data representation and analysis.

Dr. Mahmudul Hasan is an Adjunct Research Associate in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary. His research interests span predictive modelling and analytics, large-scale data processing, Digital Earth (DE), geometric modelling, computer graphics, and visualization. Prior to joining the University of Calgary, Dr. Hasan served as the Head of Data Engineering & Web Services at Farmers Edge, a global leader in digital agriculture, where he led the backend and data engineering initiatives, advancing digital solutions for sustainable agriculture. His contributions to research and education have earned him 28 awards to date, including a departmental nomination for the prestigious J. B. Hyne Research Innovation Award at the University of Calgary in 2016.

Dr. Faramarz F. Samavati is a full professor of Computer Science at the University of Calgary. His research spans computer graphics, geoinformatics, visualization, Digital Earth, and scientific computations. In addition to his scientific contributions, he has made notable strides in bridging theory and practice, contributing to technological innovation. Dr. Samavati has received numerous awards, including the Peak Scholar Award, the Established Career Scholarship Excellence Award, several Best Paper Awards, and the ACM Recognition of Service Award. He leads the Graphics, Interaction, and Visualization (GIV) research lab, supervising a large team of graduate students and research staff.