Matthew O'Banion

Dr. Matthew O'Banion

Associate Professor

Director - Geospatial Science Program

Geography & Earth Sciences

matthew.obanion [at] westpoint.edu

Dr. Matt O’Banion has a background in geomatics engineering, computer science, and engineering geology. He has expertise in the application of geospatial technology (e.g., lidar, GNSS, and GIS) and advanced visualization tools for the investigation and mapping of natural hazards. His teaching and research interests include the acquisition and analysis of geospatial data with a focus on high-resolution laser scanning, unmanned aircraft system (UAS)-based photogrammetry, immersive 3D visualization, and total propagated uncertainty of measurements.

Ph.D., Civil Engineering - Oregon State University

M.S., Civil Engineering - Oregon State University

B.S., Geology - University of California Davis