Publications

Sun, P., Hou, M., Lyu, S., Li, S., & Wang, W. (2024). Virtual Cleaning of Sooty Mural Hyperspectral Images Using the LIME Model and Improved Dark Channel Prior (external link, opens in new window) , Scientific Reports, 14 (1), 24807.
Yang, S., Hou, M., & Li, S. (2024) Point cloud semantic segmentation of grotto scenes using the knowledge-guided deep learning method (external link, opens in new window) , International Journal of Digital Earth, 17(1), 1-34.
Liu, J., Zeng, B., Li, S., Zlatanova, S., Yang, Z., Bai, M., Yu, B., & Wen, D. (2024) MLA-MFL: A Smartphone Indoor Localization Method for Fusing Multisource Sensors under Multiple Scene Conditions (external link, opens in new window) , IEEE Sensors Journal, 24(16), 26320-26333.
Hou, M., Lyu, S., Wang, W., Shaker, A., Li, S. (2024). Virtual Cleaning of Sootiness Murals Using a Twice Colour Attenuation Prior (external link, opens in new window) . Computers & Graphics, 120(2024), 103924.
Xu, S., Liu, J., Li, S., Yang, S., & Li, F. (2023). Exploring and Visualizing Research Progress and Emerging Trends of Event Prediction: A Survey (external link, opens in new window) . Applied Sciences, 13(24), 13346.
Xu, S., Liu, S., Jing, C., & Li, S. (2023). Event Knowledge Graph: A Review Based on Scientometric Analysis (external link, opens in new window) . Applied Sciences, 13(22), 12338.
Chen, M., Claramunt, C., Çöltekin, A., Liu, X., Peng, P., Robinson, A. C., ... Li, S., … & Lü, G. (2023). Artificial intelligence and visual analytics in geographical space and cyberspace: Research opportunities and challenges (external link, opens in new window) . Earth-Science Reviews, 104438.
Yang, S., M. Hou, & S. Li. (2022). 3D point cloud semantic segmentation for cultural heritage: a comprehensive review, Remote Sensing (external link, opens in new window) , 15(3):548.
Wen, R., & Li, S. (2022). Spatial Decision Support Systems with Automated Machine Learning: A Review (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 12(1):12.
Qin, Q., S. Xu, M. Du, & S. Li. (2022). Identifying Urban Functional Zones by Capturing Multi-spatial Distribution Patterns of Points of Interests (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Digital Earth, 15(1), 2468-2494.
Sun, P., M. Hou, S. Lyu, W. Wang, S. Li, J. Mao, & S. Li. (2022). Enhancement and restoration of scratched murals based on hyperspectral imaging (external link, opens in new window) . Sensors 22(24), 9780.
Chen, J., Z. Li, S. Li, W, Liu, H. Wu, & L. Yan. (2022) From Digitalized to Intelligentized Surveying and Mapping: Fundamental Issues and Research Agenda (external link, opens in new window) . Journal of Geodesy and Geoinformation Science, 5(2): 148-160.
Mawuenyegah, A., Li, S., & Xu, S. (2022). Exploring spatiotemporal patterns of geosocial media data for urban functional zone identification (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Digital Earth, 15(1), 1305-1325.
Qiu, Y., Zhao, X., Fan, D., Li. S., & Zhao, Y. (2022). Disaggregating population data for assessing progress of SDGs: methods and applications (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Digital Earth, 15(1), 2-29.
Hu, Y., Lan, D., Wang, J., Hou, M., Li, S., Li, X., & Zhu, L. (2022). (PDF file) Measurement and analysis of facial features of terracotta warriors based on high-precision 3D point clouds (external link, opens in new window) . Heritage Science, 10, 40 (2022).
Liu, X., Chen, M., Claramunt, C., Batty, M., Kwan, M. P., Senousi, A. M. ..., Li, S., …, & Lü, G. (2022). Geographic information science in the era of geospatial big data: A cyberspace perspective (external link, opens in new window) . The Innovation, 3(5): 100279.
Zhang, R., Li, S., Wei, B., & Zhou, X. (2022). Characterizing Production–Living–Ecological Space Evolution and Its Driving Factors: A Case Study of the Chaohu Lake Basin in China from 2000 to 2020 (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 11(8), 447.
Xu, S., Li, S., Huang, W. & Wen, R. (2022). Detecting Spatiotemporal Traffic Events using Geosocial Media Data (external link, opens in new window) . Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 94, 101797.
Chen, J. Liu, W., Wu, H., Li, S., & Yan, L. (2021). Smart surveying and mapping: fundamental issues and research agenda (external link, opens in new window) . Acta Geodaetica et Cartographica Sinica, 50(8), 995.
Yang, S., Hou, M., Shaker, A., & Li, S. (2021). Modeling and Processing of Smart Point Clouds of Cultural Relics with Complex Geometries (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 10(9), 617.
Sattar, S., Li, S., & Chapman, M. (2021). Developing a near real-time road surface anomaly detection approach for road surface monitoring (external link, opens in new window) . Measurement, 185, 109990.
Li, S., Wachowicz, M. & Fan, H. (2021). Analytics of big geosocial media and crowdsourced data (external link) . Big Earth Data, 5(1), 1-4.
Wen, R., & Li, S. (2021). A review of the use of geosocial media data in agent-based models for studying urban systems (external link) . Big Earth Data, 5(1), 5-23.
Chen, J., Chen, L., Chen, F., Ban, Y., Li, S., Han, G., Tong, X., Liu, C., Stamenova, V., & Stamenov, S. (2021). Collaborative validation of GlobeLand30: Methodology and practices (external link) . Geo-spatial Information Science, 24(1), 134-144.
Hua, W., Hou, M., Qiao, Y., Zhao, X., Xu, S., & Li, S. (2021). Similarity Index Based Approach for Identifying Similar Grotto Statues to Support Virtual Restoration (external link) . Remote Sensing, 13(6), 1201.
Yang, H., Feng, G., Xiang, R., Xu, Y., Qin, Y., & Li, S. (2020). Spatio-Temporal Validation of AIRS CO2 Observations Using GAW, HIPPO and TCCON (external link) . Remote Sensing, 12(21), 3583.
Huo, P., Hou, M., Dong, Y., Li, A., Ji, Y. & Li, S. (2020). A Method for 3D Reconstruction of the Ming and Qing Official-Style Roof Using a Decorative Components Template Library (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 9(10), 570.
Li, Z., L., X. Gong, J. Chen, J., Mills, S. Li, X. Zhu, T. Peng, & H. Wu (2020). Functional Requirements of Systems for Visualization of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Indicators (external link, opens in new window) . Journal of Geovisualization and Spatial Analysis, 4(1), 1-10.
Liu, W., Zeng, Y., Li, S., & Huang, W. (2020). Spectral unmixing based spatiotemporal downscaling fusion approach (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Applied Earth Observations and Geoinformation, 88(2020), 202054
Xu, S., Li, S., & Huang, W. (2020). A Spatial-temporal-semantic Approach for Detecting Local Events using Geosocial Media Data (external link, opens in new window) . Transactions in GIS, 24(1), 142-173
Han Z., Li, S., Cui, C., Han. D., & Song, H. (2019). Geosocial media as a proxy for security: A review (external link) . IEEE Access, 7(1), 154224-154238.
Jing, C., M. Du, S. Li & S. Liu. (2019). Geospatial Dashboards for Monitoring Smart Cities Performance (external link) . Sustainability, 11(20), 5648.
Cao, C., Dragićević, S., & Li, S. (2019). Short-term forecasting of land use change using the Recurrent Neural Networks models (external link) . Sustainability, 11(19), 5376.
Han Z., Li, S., Cui, C., Song, H., Kong, Y., & Qin, F (2019). Camera planning for area surveillance: a new method for coverage inference and optimization using Location-based Service data (external link, opens in new window) . Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 78(2019), 101396.
Qiu, Y., Zhao, X., Fan, D., & Li, S. (2019). Geospatial Disaggregation of Population Data in Supporting SDG Assessments: A Case Study from Deqing County, China (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 8(8), 356.
Zhang, M., Zeng, Y., Huang, W., & Li., S. (2019). Combining spatiotemporal fusion approach and object-based image analysis for improving wetland mapping in complex heterogeneity urban landscape (external link, opens in new window) . Geocarto International, 34(2019), 1144-1161.
Liu, W., Zeng, Y., Li, S., Pi, X. &, Huang, W. (2019). An improved spatiotemporal fusion approach based on multiple endmember spectral mixture analysis (external link) . Sensors, 19(11), 2443.
Cao, C., Dragićević, S., & Li, S. (2019). Land-Use Change Detection with Convolutional Neural Network Methods (external link) . Environments, 6(2), 25.
Huang, W., & Li, S. (2019). An approach for understanding human activity patterns with the motivations behind (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Geographical Information Science, 33(2), 385-407.
Hou, M., Liu, X., Chen, J., & Li, S. (2019). Development of Sustainable Development Indicators of Cultural Heritage based on Geospatial Information. Geomatics World, 26(4), 1-6.
Sattar, S., Li, S., & Chapman, M. (2018). Road Surface Monitoring Using Smartphone Sensors: A Review (external link) . Sensors, 18(11), 3845.
Zhou, P., Tan, L., Wu, W., Hu, Y., Zhao, X., Li, S., He, H., Hou, M., & Lyu, S. (2018). Virtual Restoration of Stains on Ancient Paintings with Maximum Noise Fraction Transformation based on the Hyperspectral Imaging (external link, opens in new window) . Journal of Cultural Heritage, 34(2018), 136-144.
Zheng, Z., Zeng, Y., Li, S., & Huang, W. (2018). Mapping Burn Severity of Forest Fires in Small Sample Size Scenarios (external link) . Forests, 9(10), 1-14.
Xu, S., Li, S., & Wen. R. (2018). Sensing and Detecting Traffic Events using Geosocial Media Data: A Review (external link, opens in new window) . Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 72(2018), 146–160.
Liu, X., Chow, J., & Li S. (2018). Online monitoring of local taxi travel momentum and congestion effects using projections of taxi GPS-based vector fields (external link, opens in new window) , Journal of Geographical Systems, 20(3), 253–274.
Veenendaal, B., Broveli, M.A., & Li. S. (2017). Review of Web Mapping: Eras, Trends and Directions (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 2017, 6(10), 317.
Xing, H., Chen, J., Wu, H., Zhang, J., Li, S., & Liu, B. (2017). A service relation model for web-based land cover change detection (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 132(2017), 20-32.
Pan, P., Hou, M., Lv, S., Hu, Y., Zhao, X., Ma, Q., Li, S., & Shaker, A. (2017). Extracting faded mural patterns based on the combination of spatial-spectral feature of hyperspectral image (external link, opens in new window) . Journal of Cultural Heritage, 27(2017), 80-87.
Yang, H., Li, S., Chen, J., Zhang, X., & Xu, S. (2017). The Standardization and Harmonization of Land Cover Classification Systems towards Harmonized Datasets: A Review (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 2017, 6(5), 154.
Chen, J., Li, S., Wu, H., & Chen, X. (2017). Towards a collaborative global land cover information service (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Digital Earth, 10(4), 356-370.
Li, S., & Chen, J. (2017). Introductory editorial: supporting future earth with global geospatial information (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Digital Earth, 10(4), 325-327.
Zheng, Z., Huang, W., Li, S., & Zeng, Y. (2017). Forest fire spread simulating model using cellular automaton with extreme learning machine (external link, opens in new window) . Ecological Modelling, 348(2017), 33-43.
Zhou, X., Li, S., & Feng, W. (2017). Research on Exploitation and Utilization of Sustainable Developmental City Underground Space: Case Study of the Underground Pedestrian System of Toronto. Urban Planning International, 32(6), 116-124.
Chen, J., Wu, H., & Li, S. (2017). Research Progress of Global Land Domain Service Computing: Take GlobeLand 30 as an Example. Acta Geodaetica et Cartographica Sinica. 46(10), 1526-1533.
Xu, G., Li, S., & Sun, Y. (2017). Global Land Cover Information Sharing based on Catalog Services Web (CSW). Bulletin of Surveying and Mapping. 1(2017), 74-78.
Huang, W., & Li, S. (2016). Understanding human activity pattern based on space-time-semantics (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 121(2016), 1-10.
Chow, A., Li, S., & Fung A. (2016). Modeling Urban Solar Energy with High Spatiotemporal Resolution: A Case Study in Toronto, Canada (external link, opens in new window) . International Journal of Green Energy, 13(11), 1090-1101.
Dong, J., Dai, W., Xu, J., & Li, S. (2016). Spectral Estimation Model Construction of Heavy Metals in Mining Reclamation Areas (external link) . International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 13(7), 640.
Chen, J., Dowman, I., Li, S., Li, Z., Madden, M., Mills, J., Paparoditis, N., Rottensteiner, F., Sester, M., Toth, C., Trinder, J., & Heipke, C. (2016). Information from Imagery: ISPRS Scientific Vision and Research Agenda (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 115(2016), 3-21.
Li, S., Dragicevic, S., Anton, F., Sester, M., Winter, S., Coltekin, A., Pettit, C., Jiang, B., Haworth, J., Stein, A., & Cheng, T. (2016). Geospatial Big Data Handling Theory and Methods: A Review and Research Challenges (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 115(2016), 119-133.
Sun, Y., & Li, S. (2016). Real-time Collaborative GIS: A Technological Review (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 115(2016), 143-152.
Liu, X., Sattar, S., & Li, S. (2016). Towards an Automatic Ice Navigation Support System in the Arctic Sea (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 5(3), 36.
Huang, W., Sun, M., & Li, S. (2016). A 3D GIS-based interactive registration mechanism for outdoor augmented reality system. Expert Systems with Applications, 55(2016), 48-58.
Butt, M., Li, S., & Javed, N. (2016). Towards Co-PPGIS—a collaborative public participatory GIS-based measure for transparency in housing schemes: a case of Lahore, Pakistan. Applied Geomatics, 8(1), 27-40.
Zheng, Z., Zeng, Y., Li, S., & Huang W. (2016). A new burn severity index based on land surface temperature and enhanced vegetation index. International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation, 45 (2016), 84–94.
Butt, M., & Li., S. (2015). UML-based requirement modeling of Web online synchronous collaborative public participatory GIS. Applied Geomatics, 7(4), 203-242.
Yan, Z., Yang, Y., & Li, S. (2015). A Novel Support Vector Machine Model for Analyzing and Predicting Coal Mine Water Inrush. Journal of Computational and Theoretical Nanoscience, 12(12), 1-6.
Yang, Y., Sun, Y., Li, S., Zhang, S., Wang, K., Hou, H., & Xu, S. (2015). A GIS-based web approach for serving land price information (external link) . ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 4(4), 2078-2093.
Huang, W., Li, S., Liu, X., & Ban, Y. (2015). Predicting human mobility with activity changes. International Journal of Geographical Information Science, 29(9), 1569–1587.
Butt, M., & Li, S. (2015). Usability evaluation of collaborative PPGIS-GeoCWMI for supporting public participation during municipal planning and management services. Applied Geomatics, 7(3), 139-161.
Liu, X., Li, S., Huang, W., & Gong, J. (2015). Designing Sea Ice Web APIs for Ice Information Services. Earth Science Informatics, 8(3), 483-497.
Chen, X. B., Liu, X. T., Li, S. N., & Annie, C. (2015). A comparative study of three EOF analysis techniques using decades of Arctic sea-ice concentration data. Journal of Central South University, 22(7), 2681-2690.
Hou, D., Chen, J., Wu, H., Li, S., Chen, F., & Zhang, W. (2015). Active Collection of Land Cover Sample Data from Geo-tagged Web Texts (external link) . Remote Sensing, 7(5), 5805-5827.
Han, G., Chen, J., He, C., Li, S., Wu, H., Liao, A., & Peng, S. (2015). A web-based system for supporting global land cover data production. ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 103(2015), 66-80.
Huang, W., Zeng, Y., & Li, S. (2015). An analysis of urban expansion and its associated thermal characteristics using Landsat imagery. Geocarto International, 30(1), 93–103.
Chow, A., Fung, A. S., & Li, S. (2014). GIS modeling of solar neighborhood potential at a fine spatiotemporal resolution (external link) . Buildings, 4(2), 195–206.
Chen, J., Ban, Y., & Li, S. (2014). China: open access to Earth land-cover map. Nature, 514(7523), 434–434.
Ke, S., Gong, J., Li, S., Zhu, Q., Liu, X., & Zhang, Y. (2014). A hybrid spatio-temporal data indexing method for trajectory databases (external link) . Sensors, 14(7), 12990–13005.
Liu, X., Ban, Y., & Li, S. (2014). An across-country comparison of the hierarchical spatial structures of cities. Geomatica, 68(3), 207–217.
Veenendaal, B., Li, S., Dragicevic, S., & Brovelli, M. A. (2014). Analytical geospatial Digital Earth. International Journal of Digital Earth, 7(4), 253–255.
Brovelli, M., Li, S., Dragicevic, S., & Veenendaal, B. (2013). Introductory editorial: web-based sensors and geoprocessing services. Applied Geomatics, 5(1), 1–2.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2013). Geo-social model: a conceptual framework for real-time geocollaboration. Transactions in GIS, 17(2), 182–205.
Chen, J., Wu, H., Li, S., Liao, A., He, C., & Peng, S. (2013). Temporal logic and operation relations based knowledge representation for land cover change web services. ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 83(2013), 140–150.
Li, S., Dragicevic, S., Veenendaal, B., & Brovelli, M. A. (2013). Theme section “towards intelligent geoprocessing on the web.” ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 83(0), 138–139.
Chen, J., Wu, H., Li, S., Chen, F., & Han, G. (2013). Service-oriented dynamic computing for land cover big data. Journal of Geomatics Science and Technology, 30(4), 369–374.
Chen, X., Li, S., Li, L., & Li, M. (2013). Object-event-process-based spatiotemporal data model and its application into sea-ice dynamics. Geography and Geo-Information Science, 29(3), 10–16.
Butt, M. A., & Li, S. (2012a). Developing a web-based, collaborative PPGIS prototype to support public participation. Applied Geomatics, 4(3), 197–215.
Butt, M. A., & Li, S. (2012b). Open source based online map sharing to support real-time collaboration. OSGeo Journal, 10, 5–14.
Li, S., Dragicevic, S., Veenendaal, B., & Brovelli, M. A. (2012). Analytical geospatial web services. Geomatica, 66(1), 9–12.
Dragićević, S., Li, S., Brovelli, M., & Veenendaal, B. (2011). Pervasive web mapping, geoprocessing and services. Transactions in GIS, 15(2), 125–127.
Li, S., Xiong, C., & Ou, Z. (2011). A web GIS for sea ice information and an ice service archive. Transactions in GIS, 15(2), 189–211.
Chen, X., Li, S., Zhu, J., & Chen, J. (2011). Mining multivariate association patterns from spatiotemporal data. Journal of Central South University (Science and Technology), 42(1), 106–114.
Li, S., & Yan, W. (2010). Mashing up geospatial data services: implications of acceptable use policies. Geomatica, 64(1), 111–122.
Chen, X., Li, S., & Zhu, J. (2010). Database model based on spatio-temporal ontology. Geography and Geo-Information Science, 26(5), 1–6.
Chen, X., Li, S., & Zhu, J. (2009). Spatiotemporal data model related concepts and its classifications. Hydrographic Surveying and Charting, 29(5), 74–76.
Chen, X., Li, S., Zhu, J., & Chen, J. (2009). Spatiotemporal data models and their extensions: a review. Progress in Geography, 28(1), 9–17.
Chang, Z. (Eric), & Li, S. (2008). Architecture design and prototyping of a web-based, synchronous collaborative 3D GIS. Cartography and Geographic Information Science, 35(2), 117–132.
Li, S., Guo, X., Ma, X., & Chang, Z. (2007). Towards GIS-enabled virtual public meeting space for public participation. Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing, 73(6), 641–649.
Li, S. (2005). Introduction to special issue on “coping with disaster across continents.” Geomatica, 59(4), 397–399.
Li, S., & Coleman, D. (2005). Modeling distributed GIS data production workflow. Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 29(4), 401–424.
Li, S., & Coleman, D. (2003). A web-based collaboration system for managing distributed GIS data production. Geomatica, 57(1), 59–67.
Coleman, D., & Li, S. (1999). Developing a groupware-based prototype to support geomatics production management. Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 23(4), 315–331.
Easa, S., Li, S., & Shi, Y. (1998). GIS technology for civil engineering education. Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 124(2), 40–47.
Shi, Y., Song, J., Zhang, G., Li, S., & Jin, B. (1996). Program restructuring based on knowledge structure of civil engineering. Journal of Ningxia Institute of Technology (Natural Science), 8(3), 15–22.
Li, S. (1994a). A non-linear interpolation method for contouring. Journal of Ningxia Institute of Technology (Natural Science), 6(1-2), 96–99.
Li, S. (1994b). Unequal sight distance method for precise leveling. Journal of Ningxia Institute of Technology (Natural Science), 6(3-4), 110–115.
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Conference Full Papers:

Hu, X., Y. Chen, S. Xu, & S. Li. (2024). Exploring Spatiotemporal Interaction Patterns of Dockless Shared Bicycle Networks: A Case Study of Shenzhen, China (external link, opens in new window) . In ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS TC IV Mid-term Symposium), Volume X-4-2024, 169–174.
Yang, S., J. Chen, M. Hou, H., Fan, S. Li, & Y. Sun. (2024). The Concept of Levels of Detail for 3D Niche Models in CityGML (external link, opens in new window) . In ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS TC IV Mid-term Symposium), Volume X-4-2024, 419–425.
Rajan, G., & S. Li. (2024). Smart Building Digital Twin for Interior Water Distribution System Management. (external link, opens in new window) In The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS TC IV Mid-term Symposium), Volume XLVIII-4-2024, 373–379.
Almuina Pica, D.E., O. Abdelrahman, A. Shaker, S. Li., & E. Elbeshbishy. (2024). Optical Sensor Fusion for Identification and Visualization of Fugitive Greenhouse Gas Emissions. In Proceedings of 2024 IEEE International Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium, 7-12 July, 2024, Athens, Greece.
Satheesan, D., M. Talib, S. Li, & A. Yuan. (2024). An Automated Method for Pavement Surface Distress Evaluation (external link, opens in new window) . In The 45th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing, June 10-13, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada.
Ismail, M. H., Shaker, A., & Li, S. (2023). Developing Complete Urban Digital Twins in Busy Environments: A Framework for Facilitating 3d Model Generation from Multi-Source Point Cloud Data (external link, opens in new window) . In International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS Geospatial Week), XLVIII-1/W2-2023, 7–14.
Xu, S., Zhao, Y., & Li, S. (2023). How Air Quality Affects Human Mobility Patterns: An Exploratory Analysis (external link, opens in new window) . In The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS Geospatial Week), XLVIII-1/W2-2023, 369–374.
Rajan, G., S. Sattar, & S. Li. (2023). A data-driven approach for real-time detection of water-use anomaly using smart water meter data (external link, opens in new window) , the 18th International Conference on Computational Urban Planning and Urban Management, June 20-22, Montreal, Canada.
Sattar, S., P. Azari, G. Rajan, & S. Li. (2023). 3D Dashboard Development for Smart Campus using ESRI Enterprise & Cesium Platforms (external link, opens in new window) , the 18th International Conference on Computational Urban Planning and Urban Management, June 20-22, Montreal, Canada.
Rajan, G., S. Sattar, & S. Li. (2023). A data-driven approach for real-time detection of water-use anomaly using smart water meter data (external link, opens in new window) , the 18th International Conference on Computational Urban Planning and Urban Management (CUPUM), 20-22 June 2023, Montreal, Canada.
Sattar, S., P. Azari, G. Rajan, & S. Li. (2023). 3D Dashboard Development for Smart Campus using ESRI Enterprise & Cesium Platforms (external link, opens in new window) , the 18th International Conference on Computational Urban Planning and Urban Management (CUPUM), 20-22 June 2023, Montreal, Canada.
Rajan, G. & S. Li. (2023). 3D Modeling of Building-level Utility Networks: A Case Study of IFC, CityGML Utility Network ADE and ArcGIS Utility Networks. the 44th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing, 19-22 June 2023, Yellowknife, Canada. (long abstract)
Wen, R., & Li, S. (2022). Generative Design for Precision Geo-Interventions (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, X-3/W2-2022, 37–42.
Qin, Q., Xu, S., Du, M., & Li, S. (2022) Urban functional zone identification by considering the heterogeneous distribution of points of interests (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, 4, 83-90.
Sattar, S., Li, S., & Chapman, M. (2022). Probabilistic-based crowdsourcing Technique for Road Surface Anomaly Classification (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, 43, 281-286.
Kamel, S., & Li, S. (2022). A review of urban human mobility research based on crowdsourced data and space-time and semantic analysis (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, 43, 247-252.
Xu, S., Li, S., Wen, R., & Huang, W. (2019). Traffic event detection using Twitter data based on association rules (external link, opens in new window) . ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, IV-2/W5, 543-547, 2019.
Sattar, S., Li, S., & Chapman, M. (2019). A Crowdsourcing Technique for Road Surface Monitoring Using Smartphone Sensors. 11^th International Conference on Mobile Mapping Technology (MMT 2019), May 6-8, 2019, Shenzhen, China, pp. 17-23.
Zeng, Y. N., Yu, M. M., & Li, S. N. (2018). Urban Expansion Modeling Approach Based on Multi-Agent System and Cellular Automata (external link, opens in new window) . Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLII-3, 2219–2223, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLII-3-2219-2018, 2018.
Veenendaal, B., Brovelli, M.A., Li, S., & Ivánová, I. (2017). What is Web Mapping Anyway? (external link, opens in new window) Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLII-2/W7, 155-160, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLII-2-W7-155-2017, 2017.
Zeng, Y., Huang, W., Jin, W., & Li, S. (2016). Multi-agent based Simulation of Optimal Urban Land Use Allocation in the Middle Reaches of the Yangtze River, China (external link, opens in new window) , Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLI-B8, 1089–1092, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLI-B8-1089-2016, 2016.
Huang, W., & Li, S. (2016). A Three-step Spatial-Temporal-Semantic Clustering Method for Human Activity Pattern Analysis (external link, opens in new window) , Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLI-B2, 549–552, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLI-B2-549-2016, 2016.
Wu, H., Chen, J., Xing, H., Li, S., & Hu, J. (2016). Pragmatics Driven Land Cover Service Composition Utilizing Behavior-Intention Model. Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLI-B8, 1319–1325, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLI-B8-1319-2016, 2016.
Koziatek, O., Dragicevic, S., & Li, S. (2016). Geospatial Modelling Approach for 3D Urban Densification Developments (external link, opens in new window) . Int. Arch. Photogramm. Remote Sens. Spatial Inf. Sci., XLI-B2, 349-352, https://doi.org/10.5194/isprs-archives-XLI-B2-349-2016, 2016.
Huang, W., & Li, S. (2015). Improved prediction of human mobility by detecting activity changes. International Conference on Location-based Social Media Data, 13-14 March 2015, Athens, USA.
Mavani, J., Chen, L., Joksimovic, D., & Li, S. (2014). Development and testing of data driven nowcasting models of beach water quality (external link, opens in new window) . 11th International Conference on Hydroinformatics, 17-21 August 2014, New York, USA
Guo, X., Li, S., & Sun, Y. (2014). Rooftop Solar PV Potential Assessment of Xuzhou based on Roof Area per Capita. Proc. China Geo-Information Science Academic Conference 2014, 11-12 October 2014, Xuzhou, China
Chow, A., Li, S., Poursaied, N., Fung, A. S., & Xiong, C. (2013). Urban solar energy modeling & demonstration technology. In EIC Climate Change Technology Conference 2013 (pp. 1–12). Montreal, Canada.
Alam, Z. R., Joksimovic, D., & Li, S. (2013). Utilizing GIS in the development of small scale urban drainage models. In Joint CIG Annual Conference and EOGC’2013 (pp. 86–89). Toronto, Canada.
Liu, X., & Li, S. (2013). Towards a spatio-temporal database structure for Canadian ice service portal. In Joint CIG Annual Conference and EOGC’2013 (pp. 34–37). Toronto, Canada.
Zeng, Y., Xu, Y., Li, S., He, L., Yu, F., Zhen, Z., & Cai, C. (2012). Quantitative analysis of urban expansion in central China (external link, opens in new window) . In International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information (Vol. XXXIX–B7, pp. 363–366). Melbourne, Australia.
Niu, Z., Li, S., & Pousaeid, N. (2011). Road extraction using smart phones GPS (external link, opens in new window) . In 2nd International Conference on Computing for Geospatial Research & Applications (pp. 1–6). New York, USA: ACM.
Huang, W., M. Sun & S. Li, (2011) Augmented-reality GIS for interactions during emergency rescue, Proc. the 2nd ISPRS Workshop on Pervasive Web Mapping, Geoprocessing and Services, 10-12 August 2011, Burnaby, Canada.
Butt, M. A., & Li, S. (2010). Developing an online PPGIS prototype based on GeoVPMS – a framework for GIS-based virtual public meeting space. In ISPRS Technical Commission IV Midterm Symposium (pp. 1–7). Orlando, Florida.
Li, S., Xiong, C., & Ou, Z. (2010). Development of web-based ice information system. In ISPRS - International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (Vol. XXXVIII–4/W13). Como, Italy.
Chen, X., Li, S., Zhu, J., & Chen, J. (2010). Spatiotemporal data model of sea-ice data. In 2010 International Conference on Multimedia Technology (pp. 1–4). Ningbo, China: IEEE.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2009). Reconciling inconsistent perspectives in collaborative GIS using multi-agent method. In 17th International Conference on Geoinformatics (pp. 1–6). George Mason University, USA.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2008). (PDF file) Social collaboration model support for collaborative 3D GIS environment based on multi-agent method (external link, opens in new window) . In International Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Special Information Sciences (Volume XXXVII Part B2) (Vol. Volume XXXVII Part B2, pp. 1059–1064). Beijing, China.
Liu, S., Gao, Y., & Li, S. (2008). Emergency management systems using event-driven GIS. In 31st AMOP Technical Seminar on Environmental Contamination and Response (Vol. 1, pp. 405–414). Calgary, Canada.
Li, S., & Gong, J. (2008). (PDF file) Mashup: a new way of providing web mapping and GIS services (external link, opens in new window) . In International Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Special Information Sciences (Volume XXXVII Part B4) (Vol. Volume XXXVII Part B4, pp. 639–648). Beijing, China.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2007). Collaboration-enabled GIS tools for emergency operation centre. In Joint Conference of the 3rd ISPRS International Symposium on Geo-information for Disaster Management and the 100th Annual Conference of Canadian Institute of Geomatics. Toronto, Canada.
Li, S., & Ma, X. (2006). An open source GIS solution for supporting public participation in municipal planning. In International Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (Volume XXXVI Part 4) (Vol. XXXVI Part 4, pp. 1056–1065). Goa, India.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2005). Framework design for collaborative GIS applications: a hybrid architecture approach. In 98th Annual Conference of the Canadian Institute of Geomatics (pp. 1–10). Ottawa, Canada.
Li, S., & Chang, Z. (2005). Developing collaborative GIS tools using software development toolkits. In 2005 GeoTec Event (pp. 1–9). 13-16 February, Vancouver, Canada.
Li, S., Gu, L., & Chang, Z. (2004). On mobile-enabled collaboration GIS systems. In Proceeding of The 4th International Symposium on Mobile Mapping Technology, Kunming, China, March 29- 31, 2004.
Gu, L., & Li, S. (2004). Development of internet based synchronous GIS for collaborative spatial decision making (CSDM). In 3rd Annual Public Participation GIS Conference (pp. 1–12). July 18-20, Madison, USA.
Li, S., & Li, Z. (2004). GIS for community-based services for child in need of residential care/treatment. In 3rd Annual Public Participation GIS Conference (pp. 1–9). July 18-20, Madison, USA.
Li, S., Ru, Y., & Chang, Z. (2004). Enhancing online public notices using GIS to facilitate public participation in municipal developments. In The International Archives of Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Special Information Sciences (Volume XXXV Part B2) (Vol. XXXV Part B2, pp. 269–274). Istanbul, Turkey.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2004). VRML-based 3D collaborative GIS: a design perspective. In 4th International Workshop on Web & Wireless Geographical Information System (pp. 344–355). Goyang, Korea.
Li, S., & Coleman, D. (2002). (PDF file) Results of CSCW supported collaborative GIS data production: an internet-based solution (external link, opens in new window) . In The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, Vol. XXXIV, Part 4 (eds C. Armenakis & Y.C. Lee), pp. 1-11.
Coleman, D., & Li, S. (1999). Developing a groupware-based prototype to support geomatics production management. In 1st International Workshop on TeleGeoprocessing. Lyon, France.
Li, S., Boettcher, R., & Coleman, D. (1998). Geomatics workflow management requirements in a collaborative production environment. In American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (pp. 270–282). Baltimore, USA.

Conference Abstracts:

Xing, H., & S. Li. (2024). An Interoperable and Service-oriented Web Geoprocessing Framework for Carbon Sources and Sinks Analysis. Oral presentation at the 31st International Conference on Geoinformatics, August 14-16, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada.
Rajan, G., & S. Li. (2024). Development of Digital Twin for Managing Building Water Distribution Systems on University Campuses. Oral presentation at the 31st International Conference on Geoinformatics, August 14-16, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada.
Azari, P., S. Li, & A. Shaker. (2024). Data Quality Evaluation of Multiple Building Footprint Datasets in Toronto: A Comparative Study. Oral presentation at the 31st International Conference on Geoinformatics, August 14-16, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada.
Qutaishat, D., & S. Li. (2024). Deep Learning-based Multi-dimensional Twitter Data Analysis for Traffic Event Detection. Oral presentation at the 31st International Conference on Geoinformatics, August 14-16, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada.
Ismail, M., A. Shaker, & S. Li. (2024). Unlocking Urban Environments: A Comprehensive Framework for Enhanced CityGML 3D Models Development Using Point Cloud Data. Oral presentation at the 31st International Conference on Geoinformatics, August 14-16, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada.
Xing, H., J. Xiang, & S. Li. (2024). A Texture Information-guided Method of Generating Pseudo Samples for Cropland Extraction. Oral presentation at the 45th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing, June 10-13, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada.
Ismail, M., A. Shaker, & S. Li. (2024). A Framework of TLS 3D Point Cloud Use in Digital Twins Development for a Realization of Indoor Environments: A Case Study of an Educational Facility in Toronto, Canada. Oral presentation at the 45th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing, June 10-13, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada.
Sattar, S., P. Azari, G. Rajan, & S. Li. (2023). 3D City Modeling of Toronto: Lessons Learned. Oral presentation at the International Symposium on Location-Based Big Data and GeoAI 2023, August 12, Cape Town, South Africa.
Rajan, G. & S. Li. (2023). 3D Modeling of Building-level Utility Networks: A Case Study of IFC, CityGML Utility Network ADE and ArcGIS Utility Networks. Poster presentation at the 44th Canadian Symposium on Remote Sensing, June 19-22, Yellowknife, Canada.
Sattar, S., P. Azari, G. Rajan, & S. Li (2023). 3D Dashboard Development for Smart Campus using ESRI Enterprise. Oral presentation at GIS in Education and Research Conference 2023, March 1, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Sattar, S., & Li, S. (2022). A 3D Data Dashboard for Supporting Smart Campus Digital Twin. Poster presentation at XXIV ISPRS Congress, June 6-11, Nice, France.

Xu, S., Brovelli, M.A., Han, G., Zhao, Y., & Li, S. (2024). Chapter 6: Software Tools for Validation. In Global Land Cover Validation: Methodology, Tools and Practices. In production, CRC Press.
Easa, S., Ma, Y., Elshorbagy, A., Shaker, A., Li, S., & Arkatkar, S. (2020). Visibility-Based Technologies and Methodologies for Autonomous Driving (external link, opens in new window) . In Self-driving Vehicles and Enabling Technologies, pp. 1-27, IntechOpen.
Li, S., Dragićević, S., & Veenendaal, B. (2011). Advances, challenges and future directions in web-based GIS, mapping services and applications. In S. Li, S. Dragićević, & B. Veenendaal (Eds.), Advances in Web-based GIS, Mapping Services and Applications (Vol. 9, pp. 3–12). Balkema: CRC Press.
Li, S. (2008). Web mapping/GIS services and applications. In Z. Li, J. Chen, & E. Baltsavias (Eds.), Advances in Photogrammetry Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Science: 2008 ISPRS Congress Book (Vols. 1-Book, 1-Section, Vol. 7, pp. 335–354). Balkema: CRC Press.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2007). Collaboration-enabled GIS tools for emergency operation centre. In J. Li, S. Zlatanova, & A. Fabbri (Eds.), Geomatics Solutions for Disaster Management (pp. 305–320). Heidelberg: Springer Berlin.
Li, S. (2006). Web-based collaborative spatial decision support systems: a technological perspective. In S. Dragićević & S. Balram (Eds.), Collaborative Geographic Information Systems (Vols. 1-XV, pp. 285–315). Hershey: IGI Publishing.
Chang, Z., & Li, S. (2005). VRML-based 3D collaborative GIS: a design perspective. In Y.-J. Kwon, A. Bouju, & C. Claramunt (Eds.), Web and Wireless Geographical Information Systems (Vol. 3428, pp. 232–241). Heidelberg: Springer Berlin.
Easa, S., Li, S., & Shi, Y. (1999). Civil engineering education. In S. Easa & Y. Chan (Eds.), Urban Planning and Development Applications of GIS (Vols. 1-14, pp. 237–252). Reston: American Society of Civil Engineers.
Li, S., Coleman, D., & Easa, S. (1999). Public utilities. In S. Easa & Y. Chan (Eds.), Urban Planning and Development Applications of GIS (Vols. 1-8, pp. 133–150). Reston: American Society of Civil Engineers.

Chen, J., Tong, X., Xie, H., Chen, L., & Li, S. (Eds.). (2024). Global Land Cover Validation: Methodology, Tools and Practices (external link, opens in new window) . CRC Press, 262p.
Chen, D., He, Y., & Li, S. (2024). Proceedings of the 31^st International Conference on Geoinformatics (external link, opens in new window) , 14-16 August 2024, Toronto, Canada (in Proceedings, Volume 110, 34 papers)
Li, S., & Dragićević, S. (Eds.). (2014a). ISPRS - International Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS Technical Commission II Symposium) (Vol. II–2). Toronto, Canada, 103p.
Li, S., & Dragićević, S. (Eds.). (2014b). ISPRS - International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (ISPRS Technical Commission II Symposium) (Vol. XL–2). Toronto, Canada, 257p.
Li, S., Armenakis, C., & Liu, X. (2013). Proc. Joint Conference: 2013 Canadian Institute of Geomatics Annual Conference and the 4^th International Conference on Earth Observation for Global Changes, 5-7 June 2013, Toronto, Canada, 211p. (on USB)
Li, S., Veenendaal, B., & Dragićević, S. (Eds.). (2011). Advances in Web-based GIS, Mapping Services and Applications (external link, opens in new window) . CRC Press, 400p.
Brovelli, M. A., Dragićević, S., Li, S., & Veenendaal, B. (Eds.). (2010). ISPRS - International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (WebMGS 2010: 1st International Workshop on Pervasive Web Mapping, Geoprocessing and Services) (Vol. XXXVIII–4/W13). Toronto, Canada, 246p.
Li, S. (Eds.). (2005). Proc. International Conference on Geoinformatics, 17-19 August 2005, Toronto, Canada. (on CD-ROM)

2024, “Imagery analytics for understanding human-urban infrastructure interactions”, ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, guest editors: Huang W, Li S, Brovelli MA, Fan H & Grinberger Y
2024, "Geospatial Big Data and AI/Deep Learning for the Sustainable Planet", Remote Sensing, guest editors: Jiang B, Guan Q & Li S
2023, "Trustful and Ethical Use of Geospatial Data (external link, opens in new window) ", ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, guest editors: Brovelli M, Li S & Ivánová I
2023, "Spatial Structure Network and Urban Analysis for Sustainable Development", Buildings, guest editors: A. R. Bouzgarrou & S. Li
2023 "Human-Induced Disaster and Conflict Analysis, Prediction, and Prevention by Geospatial Analytics and Information Systems", ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, guest editors: Brovelli M, Li S & Obukhov T
2021 “Analytics of Big Geosocial Media and Crowdsourcing Data”, Big Earth Data, 5(1), 159 pages, guest editor: Li S, Wachowicz M & Fan H
2020 “State-of-the-Art in Spatial Information Science (external link, opens in new window) ”, ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 258 pages, guest editors: Li S, Zlatanova S, Brovelli M & Sester M
2020 “Measuring and Monitoring Progress towards SDGs by Integrating Geospatial and Statistical Information”, ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 120 pages, guest editors: Chen J, Li S & Ban Y
2017 “Analysis and Applications of Global Land Cover Data (external link, opens in new window) ”, ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 136 pages, guest editors: Chen J, Li S & Peng S
2017 “Supporting Future Earth with Global Geospatial Information”, International Journal of Digital Earth, 10(4), 146 pages, guest editors: Chen J & Li S
2016 “Bridging the Gap between Geospatial Theory and Technology”, ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 212 pages, guest editors: Li S, Dragićević S & Tong X
2015 “Advances in Geospatial Statistical Modeling, Analysis, and Data Mining”, Geomatica, 69(3), 105 pages, guest editors: Stefanakis E, Li S & Dragićević S
2014 “Analytical Geospatial Digital Earth”, International Journal of Digital Earth, 7(4), 98 pages, guest editors: Veenendaal B, Li S, Dragićević S & Brovelli M
2013 "Web based sensor and geoprocessing services", Applied Geomatics, 5(1), 86 pages, guest editors: Brovelli M, Li S, Dragicevic S, Veenendaal B
2013 "Towards Intelligent Geoprocessing on the Web" (Theme section), ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 83(2013), 66 pages, geust editors: Li S, Dragicevic S, Veenendaal B, Brovelli M
2012 "Analytical Geospatial Web Services", Geomatica, 66(1), 55 pages, guest editors: Li S, Dragićević S, Veenendaal B, Brovelli M
2011 "Pervasive Web Mapping, Geoprocessing and Services", Transactions in GIS, 15(2), 124 pages, guest editors: Dragićević S, Li S, Brovelli M, Veenendaal B
2009 "Higher Education in Geomatics", Geomatica, 63(2), 160 pages, guest editors: Li S, Coleman D

Rajan, G., V. Azeem, S. Li, & S. Sattar. (2022) Water Consumption Patterns using Smart Water Meters and Application to Water Leakage Assessment. Technical report under a NSERC Alliance Grant project, prepared for FuseForward Solutions Group Ltd, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (27p.)
Wen, R., S. Liu, S. Xu, & S. Li. (2020). Towards an Artificial Intelligence System for Resume Data Mining and Candidate Ranking. Technical report under a NSERC Engage Grant project, prepared for WITS Consulting Inc. Milton, Ontario. (39p.)
Li. S., A. Chow, & W. Huang. (2011). Solar energy modeling and demonstration technology for urban buildings. Technical report under a NSERC Engage Grant project, prepared for Woodstock Hydro, Woodstock, Ontario, Canada.
Li, S., Z. Niu, & N. Poursaied. (2010). Updating Road Networks using GPS Data Collected from Smartphones. Technical report under a NSERC Engage Grant project, prepared for GreenOwl Solutions, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Li, S. (2012, January). Revitalized Toronto Branch of the Canadian Institute of Geomatics (CIG). Ontario Professional Surveyor, 55(1), 22–23.
Shaker, A., Chapman, M., El-Rabbany, A., & Li, S. (2010a, October). Geomatics Engineering at Ryerson University: A Success Story. Ontario Professional Surveyor, 53(4), 8–10.
Shaker, A., Chapman, M., El-Rabbany, A., & Li, S. (2010b, January). Geomatics Engineering at Ryerson University: A Success Story. SLSA Corner Post, 31(4), 132–133.
Li, S., & Liu, W. (1996). On selecting surveying and mapping software. Ningxia Surveying and Mapping, 1996(10), 11–13.
Li, S. (1992, April). Structure and accuracy of digital geospatial data. Ningxia Surveying and Mapping, 1992(9), 41–45.
Zhang, Q., & Li, S. (1991). Development and application of a PC-based system for detailed survey of land resources. Northwest Mapping Technology, 1991, 4–8.