Research on technology for integrated analysis and advanced application of disaster information
Aim for digital transformation (DX) in the field of disaster resilience
In order to achieve common operational picture and realize appropriate disaster management based on that, NIED has been implementing research in collaboration with disaster management practices, such as developing the Shared Information Platform for Disaster Management (SIP4D) and launching the Information Support Team (ISUT) in collaboration with the Cabinet Office’s disaster management function. Building on these bases, we will conduct research and development based on the advancement of digital technology so that we can overcome national catastrophic crises that are anticipated to occur in the near future.
Four research themes
This research project has set four research themes: “observation”, “analysis”, “activation” and “collaboration”.
In “observation”, we will develop technologies to collect and aggregate various natural and social environment data in real time as geospatial information beyond the framework of the disaster resilience field, and integrate and convert the data for easy analysis.
In “analysis”, we will develop technology to generate information products in an agile manner by utilizing the collected and aggregated geospatial information, performing integrated analysis processing in real time, and utilizing simulation technology.
In “activation”, we will develop advanced application technology to support coordinated actions, countermeasures, and decision-making by interactively utilizing the generated information products from a variety of terminals and devices.
In “collaboration”, NIED will form a cooperative body of disaster risk reduction practice and research to promote research and development of observation, analysis, and activation and aim to create a disaster resilience research DX that can discover and solve problems through the use of information products.
Aim for DX in the field of disaster management
Our research and development, which involves collaboration and cooperation with a diverse range of organizations, not only within the institute but also beyond the boundaries of the disaster management field, to identify and solve problems, can truly be called “consilience”. Through such efforts, as a core institute for disaster management science and technology, we aim to trigger digital transformation (DX) in the disaster management field and improve the resilience of society as a whole.
