information dissemination
Information Dissemination and Technology Transfer
The outreach mission of CETRAD is fulfilled through information dissemination and technology transfer. This therefore forms one of the most important functions of CETRAD because it provides the mechanism to integrate research into decision-making and policy formulation processes, thereby contributing to sustainable development in the ASALs. This involves sourcing information from research outputs of CETRAD as well as of collaborating institutions dealing with areas relevant to our mandate.
Departments
Geographic Information System (GIS) Department
The GIS Department deals with Remote Sensing, Mapping, and GIS services, and provides customized spatial products and services to support other CETRAD departments, as well as other institutions and organizations dealing with a wide range of social, economic, and natural resource management activities. The Department provides a high-quality mapping services to public and private-sector customers, and maintains a large database of geo-referenced digital topographic maps covering over 80% of Kenya and 30% of Tanzania.
