Geographic Information Science
Cognitive and Linguistic aspects of Geospace
Multi-dimensional modelling
Knowledge engineering
Ontological research
Semantics
Conceptual structures
Geovisualization
Spatialization
Theoretical Cartography
Cyber Cartography
Interoperability
Geospatial education
Spatial thinking/literacy
Multimodal /multisensory systems
Mapping technologies for the visually impaired
GIS environmental applications
Capacity building on spatial systems
Development of educational programmes and curricula
Mentoring